Assistant Manager - Community Led Pub - East London - £33,000

COREcruitment International; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant community-focused pub in Greater London seeks a passionate Assistant Manager to lead the front-of-house team and oversee food and drinks service. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills and experience in bar or restaurant management. You will manage bookings, budgets, and deliver unforgettable guest experiences. If you thrive in dynamic environments and are passionate about hospitality, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Proven bar or restaurant management experience.
• Organised and proactive with a commercial mindset.
• Thrive in busy, dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the front-of-house team.
• Oversee food and drinks service.
• Manage bookings, budgets, and forecasting.
• Deliver unforgettable guest experiences.

Skills

Strong leadership

Bar/restaurant management experience

Organisational skills

People skills

Job description

We're looking for a hands-on, passionate Assistant manager for a vibrant, community-focused pub. This role requires experience in a food-led environment (Thai food and Sunday roasts), managing diverse entertainment (live music / comedy), and fostering a strong team and community atmosphere.

What you'll do:

• Lead and motivate the front-of-house team with a visible floor presence
• Oversee the food and drinks service in this stunning community site
• Drive performance through training, coaching, and team incentives
• Manage bookings, budgets, forecasting, and labour control
• Deliver unforgettable guest experiences every day

What we're looking for:

• Strong leadership with proven bar / restaurant management experience
• Organised, proactive, and commercially aware
• A natural people-person who thrives in busy, dynamic environments

If you're passionate about hospitality and ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you!