Assistant Manager

U9; London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Join U9, a new luxury cocktail and karaoke venue in Leicester Square, as an Assistant Manager. You will oversee operations, lead the team, and ensure a high-quality guest experience in a vibrant nightlife setting. This role offers immediate involvement and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Employee discounts

Meals on duty

Staff socials

Quarterly KPI-based bonus

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a senior management role, preferably in a bar or nightlife venue.
• Strong understanding of licensing and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations and lead by example to maintain service standards.
• Participate in recruitment, training, and venue setup for pre-opening.

Skills

Leadership

People Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Organisational Skills

Job description

**Assistant Manager – New Luxury Cocktail & Karaoke Venue | Leicester Square**

We are seeking an ambitious and experienced Assistant Manager to join our leadership team at an exciting new premium nightlife destination in Leicester Square. Blending high-end cocktails, immersive karaoke rooms, and world-class hospitality, our venue aims to deliver unforgettable experiences for both guests and staff.

As Assistant Manager, you will play a key role in launching and running this unique venue, supporting the General Manager and Deputy General Manager in overseeing daily operations, developing our team, and ensuring every guest leaves satisfied.

What You’ll Be Doing:

1. Support the AGM and General Manager in overseeing daily FOH & BOH operations, including service, staffing, and floor management.
2. Participate actively during pre-opening: recruitment, training, supplier onboarding, compliance, and venue setup.
3. Lead by example to maintain exceptional service standards and a vibrant, guest-focused atmosphere.
4. Assist with financial reporting, stock control, rotas, budgeting, and cost efficiency strategies.
5. Monitor licensing, health & safety compliance, and uphold operational excellence.
6. Motivate and develop the team through ongoing training and performance management.

What We’re Looking For:

1. 2+ years in an Assistant Manager or senior management role, ideally in a premium bar, cocktail lounge, or late-night venue.
2. Strong leadership and people-management skills with a calm, confident presence on the floor.
3. Proven ability to drive service, sales, and staff engagement.
4. Strong understanding of licensing, compliance, stock control, and labour cost management.
5. A passion for hospitality, nightlife, and creating standout guest experiences.
6. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.

What We Offer:

1. Competitive salary + performance-based incentives.
2. The opportunity to be part of an exciting venue launch in central London.
3. Opportunities for career progression within a premium brand.
4. Employee discounts, meals on duty, and staff socials.
5. Creative freedom and the chance to make a significant impact from day one.

Start Date:

Immediate / Flexible (for pre-opening involvement).

Apply Now:

If you’re ready to advance your career and help shape one of London’s most anticipated new nightlife venues, we want to hear from you.

Experience: Required

Languages: English – Advanced

Employment: Full-time

Salary: £32,000 – £38,000 yearly

Benefits: Quarterly KPI-based Bonus after successful probation

About U9:

Nestled in Leicester Square, U9 is a new luxury cocktail bar and karaoke destination redefining nightlife in London’s West End. Welcome to U9 — where luxury meets laughter, and every night has a soundtrack!