Assistant Manager — High‑Energy Restaurant, Covent Garden

Covent Garden; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Wildwood Covent Garden is seeking an energetic Assistant Manager to lead frontline service with warmth and pride. You will be the face of our busy restaurant, guiding a vibrant team during lunch and dinner service and maintaining exceptional guest experiences.

You’ll collaborate with a strong General Manager, balance host duties with bar operations, and coach staff to deliver polished, memorable hospitality. If you thrive in a lively setting and value teamwork, this is for you.

Qualifications

• A people magnet with warmth and charisma.
• Natural leader who can inspire and coordinate a team.
• Hands-on host who works the floor and engages guests.
• Eagle eye for detail and a drive for perfection.
• Ability to juggle restaurant and bar operations smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Run slick, high-energy services with genuine hospitality.
• Lead and support the front-of-house team.
• Drive footfall and sales through engaging guest outreach.
• Manage recruitment, training and wellbeing of the team.
• Control stock, orders, and supplier relationships.
• Monitor labour, rotas and productivity.
• Ensure health & safety, cash handling and compliance.

Skills

People magnet

Leadership

Hands-on host

Attention to detail

Operations juggling

Job description

Wildwood Covent Garden is seeking an energetic Assistant Manager to lead frontline service with warmth and pride. You will be the face of our busy restaurant, guiding a vibrant team during lunch and dinner service and maintaining exceptional guest experiences.

You’ll collaborate with a strong General Manager, balance host duties with bar operations, and coach staff to deliver polished, memorable hospitality. If you thrive in a lively setting and value teamwork, this is for you.