Assistant General Manager

  • London
  • £45,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
  • Apply easily
Job Title: Assistant General ManagerA modern Mediterranean restaurant in West London is seeking a thoughtful, hands-on Assistant General Manager (AGM) to join its leadership team. This is a rare opportunity to step into a business with soul, ambition, and a clear path to progression. The successful candidate will be groomed for the General Manager role, and will play a pivotal part in shaping the guest experience, team culture, and operational excellence.Benefits:
  • Clear progression to General Manager role
  • A salary package ranging between £42,000 to £45,000 per annum
  • A performance-driven culture that rewards initiative and results
  • 50% off food, retail wine pricing for staff, team dinners and celebrations
  • Standard pension
  • A chance to be part of a restaurant striving to become London’s reference point for Mediterranean hospitality
What you will do:
  • Immerse yourself in service from day one to understand the team, guests, and hospitality ethos
  • Observe, ask questions, and collaborate—your insights will help refine performance and guest experience
  • Support and complement the GM and owners, taking ownership of key initiatives and KPIs
  • Lead a small team (5–6) with empathy, calm, and a service-first mindset
  • Drive weekly sales, guest retention, and net spend per guest metrics
  • Champion a culture of learning, simplicity, and continuous improvement
What we hope you will bring:
  • Proven experience in restaurant management, including P&L responsibility
  • Strong operational skills: rotas, budgeting, health & safety, menu development
  • Deep knowledge of wine (WSET welcome), cocktails, and restaurant economics
  • Leadership qualities that inspire: humility, emotional intelligence, and a love of service
  • A collaborative spirit and the ability to think laterally and communicate effortlessly
If you’re ready to lead with heart, think strategically, and grow into a key leadership role, we’d love to hear from you.

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