Assistant Manager: Dynamic FOH Leader (Hourly, Flexible 30h)

Covent-Garden; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Wildwood Covent Garden, a flagship restaurant, is seeking an Assistant Manager. The role offers an hourly paid contract including service charge, with a 42-hour week and a 30-hour option for flexibility. You’ll join a fantastic management team led by a strong General Manager, Derell, focused on outstanding guest experiences.

You’ll lead front-of-house with energy, drive service excellence, and cultivate a culture of hospitality as the brand grows across venues.

Qualifications

• A warm, engaging and charismatic presence.
• A natural leader who can motivate and inspire a team.
• A hands-on host who works the floor and the pavement.
• An eagle eye for detail and a passion for perfection.
• A pro who can juggle restaurant and bar operations with ease.

Responsibilities

• Running slick, high-energy services with genuine hospitality
• Leading and supporting the front-of-house team
• Driving footfall and sales with creative outreach (tasters, engagement, flair!)
• Handling all things people-related – from recruitment and training to team wellbeing and performance management
• Managing stock levels, placing accurate orders, and working with suppliers
• Keeping tight control on labour, rotas, and productivity
• Ensuring all operational tasks (including health & safety, compliance and cash handling) are delivered to the highest standard
• Ensuring every guest leaves feeling wowed
• Representing Wildwood with style, confidence, and passion

Skills

People magnet

Leadership

Hands-on host

Attention to detail

Operational juggling

Job description

Wildwood Covent Garden, a flagship restaurant, is seeking an Assistant Manager. The role offers an hourly paid contract including service charge, with a 42-hour week and a 30-hour option for flexibility. You’ll join a fantastic management team led by a strong General Manager, Derell, focused on outstanding guest experiences.

You’ll lead front-of-house with energy, drive service excellence, and cultivate a culture of hospitality as the brand grows across venues.