Assistant Restaurant General Manager

Solaya; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading culinary destination in London seeks an Assistant Restaurant General Manager to support daily operations in a fine dining establishment. You'll manage a team, ensure service quality, and help drive profitability. Applicants should have a background in high-end restaurant management. This position offers competitive perks, including discounted hotel rates, wellness days, and free meals.

Benefits

Subsidised travel arrangements

Heavily discounted hotel room rates

50% F&B discount

Two wellness days per year

Access to 40% of pay before payday

Recommend a Friend scheme - £750

Discounts at hundreds of stores

Gym discounts

Annual staff parties

Qualifications

• Experience in Fine Dining Restaurant setup as Assistant General Manager or Senior Restaurant Manager.
• Ability to manage budgets and ensure profitability.
• Skill in developing operational policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and manage team members.
• Address and resolve customer complaints promptly.
• Develop and manage the restaurant's budget.

Skills

Customer service

Team management

Budget management

Health and safety compliance

Sales strategy

Job description

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Be part of something extraordinary - Join the pre-opening team behind our stunning Solaya

We’re on the lookout for a passionate and driven Assistant Restaurant General Manager to join the pre-opening team of what’s set to become one of Hoxton’s most talked-about culinary destinations in 2025.

Located on the 25th floor of the stunning art’otel London Hoxton, this new restaurant led by Michelin-starred chef Kenny Atkinson, features a 70-cover dining space and a 110-cover cocktail bar, offering breathtaking 360° panoramic views of London’s skyline.

The menu celebrates the vibrant flavours of Southern French and Mediterranean cuisine — sunshine food for the soul.

Expected start date: Monday, 11th August 2025

As our Assistant Restaurant General Manager, you will receive:

• Subsidised travel arrangements after midnight (if applicable)
• Heavily discounted hotel room rates in Europe (extends to the Radisson Hotel Group and family & friends)
• 50% F&B discount at our restaurants and bars (for your whole party)
• Two wellness days per year, meaning all team members start with 30 days of holiday per year – including bank holidays, increasing with years of service!
• Two free meals per day - including days off if you wish to come in!
• Access to 40% of your pay before payday through Wagestream!
• Recommend a Friend scheme - £750
• BenefitHub – Discounted prices at hundreds of online and high street stores, supermarkets, major retailers, attractions, restaurants and cinemas
• Vitality at Work scheme with great gym discounts & more
• Ride to Work Scheme & free local cycling lessons
• Travel season ticket loans (if applicable)
• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Rotas are published at least two weeks in advance (if applicable)
• Uniforms provided (if applicable) & free dry cleaning
• Annual staff parties and events

We are looking for our Assistant Restaurant General Manager, who:

• Supports the Restaurant General Manager in all aspects of daily operations, from overseeing team members and customer service to managing budgets and ensuring profitability
• Assists in developing and implementing operational policies and procedures to maintain consistency and high standards.
• Ensures compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards
• Assists in recruitment, training, and managing restaurant team members, ensuring they meet performance and customer service standards
• Assists in developing and managing the restaurant’s budget, focusing on cost control and revenue generation
• Assists in implementing strategies to drive sales and improve overall financial performance
• Addresses and resolves customer complaints promptly and professionally
• Displays a background in Fine Dining Restaurant setup as an Assistant General Manager or Senior Restaurant Manager

If you share a passion for art, culture, and hospitality, art’otel is where people’s talents will feel at home. We aim to inspire guests to be creative and discover the arts by dazzling them with sensational service, enriching their knowledge, and encouraging their passion for art and appetite for the finer things in life.