Hands-On Assistant General Manager - Premium Dining

TipTopJob

Lancashire

On-site

GBP 29,000 - 48,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

TipTopJob is partnering with a premium restaurant and bar in Manchester to recruit an experienced Assistant General Manager. This hands-on, floor-focused role works closely with the General Manager to take ownership of day-to-day operations.

You will lead on service, onboarding, training and people development, ensuring the team delivers a brilliant guest experience. You will manage labour, KPI performance, bookings and key guest relationships while representing the brand.

Qualifications

Strong leadership experience in premium, high-quality restaurants.
Experience leading busy restaurant teams with a hands-on approach.
Demonstrated ability to coach and develop front-of-house managers.
Commercial awareness including labour and KPI oversight.
Polished, confident on the floor with guest-centric focus.
Obsessed with delivering an exceptional guest experience.

Responsibilities

Take ownership of the restaurant operation and lead busy services from the floor.
Drive exceptional standards across service and guest experience.
Recruit, onboard, coach and develop a strong management and front-of-house team.
Collaborate with GM and kitchen to create a joined-up operation.
Support labour control, commercial performance and wider restaurant KPIs.
Manage bookings, events and key guest relationships.
Be a visible ambassador for the brand.