Assistant Manager: Fast-Growth Restaurant Leader

Burger King UK; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to £7,000 annual bonus

Clear progression opportunities

THRIVE at BK

28 days holiday

Hundreds of retail discounts

70% off food and drink

£1,000 referral bonus

Stream

10% off a national gym chain

Cycle to Work scheme

One paid volunteering day each year

Free mortgage advice

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme

Job summary

Burger King UK is seeking an Assistant Manager to join our fast-paced team and help lead the restaurant to exceptional service and profitability. You will work closely with the Restaurant Manager to drive performance, coach a high-energy crew and cultivate a positive, inclusive working environment.

In this hands-on role, you’ll be on the frontline, inspiring your team, delivering guest experiences that shine, and preparing the store for ongoing growth as we expand.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced environment showing calm under pressure.
• Confidence leading people and driving results.
• Strong communication and guest-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead from the front on shift, setting the pace and the standard.
• Support the Restaurant Manager with sales, costs and performance.
• Be guest-obsessed — delivering brilliant experiences, every visit.
• Coach, develop and motivate your team to be their best.
• Help create a positive, inclusive culture where people love to work.
• Step up and take charge when it really counts.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Guest service

Coaching

Culture building

Job description

Burger King UK is seeking an Assistant Manager to join our fast-paced team and help lead the restaurant to exceptional service and profitability. You will work closely with the Restaurant Manager to drive performance, coach a high-energy crew and cultivate a positive, inclusive working environment.

In this hands-on role, you’ll be on the frontline, inspiring your team, delivering guest experiences that shine, and preparing the store for ongoing growth as we expand.