Assistant General Manager - Premium, Contemporary Restaurant

COREcruitment; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant group is seeking a dynamic front-of-house leader to join their talented team. In this role, you will work closely with the GM to ensure exceptional service, mentor staff, and manage financial aspects, creating a positive work culture. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a similar role and a passion for the hospitality industry.

Qualifications

• Experience as AGM or GM in a quality, fast-paced restaurant (£80k+ turnover).
• Strong background in both kitchen and bar delivery.
• Ability to inspire and develop team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the front-of-house team, ensuring smooth service.
• Mentor team members and maintain high standards.
• Manage P&L, rotas, and financial metrics.

Skills

Leadership

People Development

Financial Management

Customer Service

Job description

This place is a bit of a gem.Amazing food, great energy, and a team that genuinely cares about doing things right – for their guests and their people.If you're looking for a role that feels like a step forward (not just a sideways shuffle), this one's worth a look.

The Role
Working side-by-side with a brilliant GM, you’ll lead the front-of-house team and keep things moving – from the first hello to the final bill.

You’ll be:

• The calm in the chaos – keeping service slick and standards sky-high
• Mentoring the team, building confidence, and setting the tone
• Getting stuck into the commercial side – P&L, rotas, spend, margins
• Balancing the needs of the team and the guests – without losing your cool
• Making sure the vibe’s on point, always

What You’ll Bring

• Experience as an AGM or GM in a quality, fast-paced restaurant (£80k+ turnover)
• A background where both the kitchen and bar really deliver
• Leadership that actually inspires people (not just manages them)
• Big on training, people development, and creating a cracking work culture
• A head for numbers and a passion for brilliant service
• Energy, resilience, and a genuine love of the industry

Drop me a line if you want to know more or send your CV to [e-mail]