Assistant Manager - Cobham, Surrey

German Doner Kebab; Cobham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing restaurant brand in Cobham is seeking an Assistant Manager to oversee operations and ensure exceptional guest service. This role involves managing team performance, controlling costs, and implementing brand standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong focus on guest care and operational efficiency. This position offers an opportunity for growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in the hospitality industry preferred.
• Ability to lead a team effectively.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Implement brand standards and policies.
• Deliver industry-leading guest service.
• Manage stock levels and availability.
• Lead the restaurant in the absence of the General Manager.

Skills

Operational focus

Guest service orientation

Team management

Understanding of P&L

Cost control

Job description

Do you have what it takes to work for one of the fastest-growing restaurant brands? The opportunity is here. GDK is changing the perception of the kebab world. Kebabs Done Right. With industry-leading levels of service, exceptional food and an unforgettable experience for our guests. Now is the time to join our team. We require Assistant Managers who have what it takes to grow with us and share in our success. You will be the Restaurant General Manager's right hand, in control of your restaurant and be expected to deliver revenue and profits by developing your team to provide exceptional guest care and service. Controlling costs, brand standards, outstanding food, team building, and providing a unique guest experience will all impact on your success. Here is what you need:

Responsibilities

• Operationally focused on implementing brand standards and policies
• Consistently deliver industry-leading guest service
• The guest first in everything we do
• Experience with previous openings would be ideal but is not essential
• Ensure store operational requirements by following brand standards, scheduling and assigning employees
• Comply with all requirements of Food Safety and Health and Hygiene standards
• Maintain awareness of market trends in the hospitality industry, understanding forthcoming guest initiatives and monitoring what local competitors are doing
• Understand P&L, budgets and managing payroll
• Manage stock levels and availability
• Manage all controllable costs to keep operations profitable
• Understand weekly sales information
• Maintain operations by coordinating and enforcing personnel policies and procedures in line with GDK brand standards
• Provide excellent management guidance to your team including training, development and leadership
• Maintain a secure, safe and healthy environment for your team and your guests
• Maintain store team member loyalty by coaching, developing and disciplining employees where necessary
• Provide training to improve all team members and utilise cross-training methods to maintain productivity and create an environment where your team can grow their knowledge
• Update colleagues on business performance, new initiatives and any issues that will enhance performance
• Lead the restaurant and team in the Restaurant General Manager's absence