Assistant Restaurant Manager

Freak Scene Balham; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A trendy Asian fusion restaurant in London is seeking an Assistant Restaurant Manager to bring vibrant energy and exceptional service to guests. The role involves leading the team, maintaining high operational standards, and ensuring a fun atmosphere. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in a busy restaurant, a passion for hospitality, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary + tips

Opportunities for growth

Buzzing work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy, premium-casual or indie restaurant setting.
• Advanced English language skills.
• Ability to inspire and lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the team alongside the Restaurant Manager.
• Drive exceptional service while maintaining a fun atmosphere.
• Oversee floor standards and staff training.

Skills

Love for hospitality

Charisma and energy

Organizational skills

Job description

Overview

Assistant Restaurant Manager – Freak Scene Balham. Punk Asian Plates • Killer Vibes • Balham. Are you obsessed with hospitality? Do you thrive on energy, atmosphere, and creating unforgettable nights? Freak Scene Balham is looking for a rockstar Assistant Restaurant Manager to join our crew.

We’re not your average restaurant. Freak Scene is all about punk Asian plates with a hit of chaos and flavour, a place where every service feels like a gig, not a shift. Our vibe is irreverent, high-energy, and totally addictive — and we need a manager who can bring that to life on the floor every single day.

What you’ll do

• Lead, inspire and support the team alongside the Restaurant Manager.
• Drive exceptional service while keeping things fun, fast and dynamic.
• Champion the Freak Scene culture — guests come for the food, stay for the vibe.
• Keep an eye on the details: floor standards, staff training, and smooth operations.
• Work with the kitchen to deliver our legendary Asian fusion dishes with punch.

What we’re looking for

• A genuine love for hospitality — you live and breathe it.
• Charisma, energy, and the ability to vibe with both guests and team.
• Experience in a busy, premium-casual or indie restaurant setting.
• Organised and switched-on, but never boring.
• Someone who gets the Freak Scene spirit: bold, creative, unafraid.

Why Freak Scene?

• Work in one of London’s most original indie restaurant groups.
• Be part of a fast-growing brand with big ambitions.
• A buzzing work environment with a tight-knit, passionate team.
• Competitive salary + tips + opportunities.

Come get weird with us.

Experience

• Experience: Required
• Languages: English – Advanced
• Employment: Full-time
• Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday
• Salary: £12 – £18 hourly
• Starting time: Immediate start!

About Freak Scene Balham:

About Freak Scene Group. Freak Scene is London’s most irreverent indie restaurant group — a riot of punk Asian flavours, bold creativity, and a don’t-give-a-damn attitude. Born from underground pop-ups and cult supper clubs, we’ve grown into