Assistant General Manager (AGM) - Cherryred Recruitment - Grays

Location: City of London (EC2M) Salary: From £37,000 to £39,000 per annum + 20% bonus + perks + day-time, work Kitchen Manager – Fast, Fresh & Full of Flavour Real food. Real leadership. Real opportunity. Are you a confident kitchen leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume, Quick-Service Restaurant environment? Do you love working with fresh, seasonal ingredients and building a team that delivers quality food at speed? We’re looking for a passionate Kitchen Manager to lead the back-of-house team at one of the city’s most exciting fresh-food brands. Benefits of Kitchen Manager: -Day-time - great work/life balance -Free meals and unlimited coffee on shift -50% discount when dining off-shift -Paid breaks and structured rota patterns -Birthday off – paid! -Clear progression opportunities with a growing brand -Team socials, annual party & staff rewards -Work with seasonal, sustainable ingredients – everything made from scratch -Amazing working atmosphere ...and much more! What you’ll be doing as an Kitchen Manager: Leading and developing a high-performing BOH team Running a smooth, efficient kitchen operation in a high-volume setting Managing stock, ordering and compliance Championing food safety, hygiene and H&S standards Training and mentoring team members Ensuring every plate leaves the pass fresh, fast and full of flavour Working closely with FOH and senior management to maintain excellent service What we’re looking for in a Kitchen Manager: Experience as a Kitchen Manager, Kitchen Team Leader or Kitchen Assistant Manager in a fast-paced, fresh food environment Strong leadership and team management skills Great under pressure, with high standards and attention to detail Passionate about food quality, sustainability and people development Confident with kitchen systems, stock control and rota planning If you're all about real food, real teamwork and creating impact from the kitchen, we’d love to hear from you.

Location: Stratford, East London (E15), E20 Salary: From £42,000 to £45,000 per annum Plus bonus plus amazing perks GENERAL MANAGER – DYNAMIC QSR CONCEPT | LONDON Are you a bold, people-first leader ready to take full ownership of a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant? We’re searching for a General Manager to lead from the front in an exciting, rapidly growing hospitality concept in London. This is more than just a GM role – it’s a chance to truly own your business. You’ll be responsible for driving performance, building a strong, engaged team, and delivering exceptional guest experiences in a high-energy, vibrant environment. With real autonomy, you’ll shape the culture, set the standards, and play a key role in the brand’s continued growth. What’s in it for you – the perks of our General Manager: -Lead a fast-growing, innovative brand with significant expansion plans -Complete training in a world-class international location and experience the concept at its best -Competitive salary + bonus and a strong benefits package -Real autonomy to shape your site culture and drive performance your way -Clear progression opportunities as the brand continues to grow We’re looking for in a General Manager: -Proven General Manager experience in high-volume QSR or casual dining -A hands-on, energetic leader who inspires, coaches, and develops their team -Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering results -Resilient, organised, and thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment -Passionate about hospitality, people development, and delivering standout guest experiences If you love leading from the front, building high-performing teams, and being part of something genuinely exciting, this is your opportunity to make a real impact. Apply now and take the next big step in your career!

Location: City of London (EC2) Salary: From £15 to £16.50 per hour Permanent, full-time, 40hrs/week, Pizza Chef - London We’re on the lookout for a talented Pizza Chef to join our busy kitchen in central London. If you love working with fresh dough, know your way around a pizza oven, and enjoy being part of a solid team, this could be a great fit. You’ll be making a range of pizzas using quality ingredients, keeping standards high, and helping the kitchen run smoothly during service. What you get as Pizza Chef: 28+ days holiday (more the longer you stay) Free meals on shift Staff discounts on food and drink Health and wellbeing support (including GP access) Discounts, rewards, and cashback offers Referral bonus if you bring a friend on board Cycle to work scheme Interest-free loans and other perks Pay: £15 - £16.50 per hour Location: Central London Hours: 40 hours a week, permanent Overtime paid if you work extra hours Shifts: early morning and latest finish at 10pm, including weekends What you’ll be doing at a Pizza Chef: Mixing, shaping, and prepping fresh dough daily Cooking pizzas using wood-fired and/or electric ovens Keeping your section clean, organised, and ready for service Working closely with the rest of the kitchen team What we’re looking for in a Pizza Chef: Experience making pizzas from scratch Confidence working with different types of ovens Someone reliable, hands-on, and up for a busy service A team player with a positive attitude Good English and the right to work in the UK Why join? It’s a great spot to grow your skills, work with good ingredients, and be part of a friendly, hardworking team. If you’re serious about pizza but like a laid-back, supportive environment, you’ll fit right in.

Location: City of London (EC1) Salary: Up to £34,000 per annum £41,000 package with service charge, 40 hrs co Sous Chef – Italian/Mediterranean Restaurant | London We are recruiting a Sous Chef for a high-quality Italian/Mediterranean restaurant in London. You will be joining a stable kitchen team of around 10 chefs, working closely with the Head Chef in a busy, fresh food environment with a strong focus on Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. Benefits of the Sous Chef: Work life-balance - 40hrs contract Paid overtime Latest finish 22:30–23:00 (Mon–Sat), 18:00 Sundays fantastic opportunity to progress and develop Sous Chef – What we’re looking for: Strong experience in Italian or Mediterranean cuisine (or genuine passion for it) Experience with charcoal grill highly beneficial Currently working at Sous Chef level (min. 1 year) Strong leadership and ability to run sections confidently Stable CV – we are looking for longevity and commitment The Role of the Sous Chef: Support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations Maintain high standards of food quality and consistency Lead and develop the kitchen team Take responsibility for service in a fast-paced environment A fantastic opportunity for a driven chef looking to gain excellent experience within a structured and supportive environment.

Lead the Game. Own the Shift. Create the Atmosphere. At Ballerz, we're not just another hospitality venue. We combine live sport, interactive gaming, food, drink, and entertainment to create an experience that keeps guests coming back. Whether it's a major sporting fixture, a corporate event, a birthday celebration, or a busy weekend service, energy, atmosphere, and execution are at the heart of everything we do. We're looking for an ambitious and driven Duty Manager to join our leadership team and play a key role in the day-to-day success of the venue. This is not a traditional restaurant management role. We're looking for someone who can take ownership, lead from the front, make decisions under pressure, and create a high-performing environment for both guests and team members. The Role As a Duty Manager, you will be responsible for the operational leadership of the venue during your shift. You'll lead service, manage teams, maintain standards, support commercial performance, and ensure every guest receives an exceptional experience. You'll be expected to take ownership of operational issues, anticipate challenges before they arise, and ensure the venue runs smoothly whether senior management are on site or not. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong communication, confidence, organisation, and a genuine passion for delivering great hospitality experiences. Is This Role Right For You? This role may suit an experienced Assistant Manager looking to take the next step into a larger operational leadership position, or an established Duty Manager seeking greater ownership, accountability, and influence within a growing business. We're looking for individuals who are ready to lead from the front, take ownership of outcomes, and play a key role in the day-to-day performance and success of the venue. The ideal candidate will be proactive, commercially aware, operationally focused, and confident leading teams in a fast-paced environment. What You'll Be Responsible For Leading and managing the venue during service Taking full operational ownership of assigned shifts Delivering exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced environment Creating and maintaining a high-energy atmosphere aligned with live sport and events Coaching, motivating, and developing team members Driving operational standards, accountability, and team performance Conducting effective shift briefings and maintaining clear communication across teams Supporting sales initiatives, events, and venue activations Managing service recovery and guest feedback professionally and effectively Monitoring stock levels, operational requirements, and venue readiness Identifying, actioning, and following through on operational and maintenance issues Supporting labour control and effective team deployment Ensuring compliance with health & safety, licensing, and company procedures Maintaining strong communication and alignment between operational and commercial teams What We're Looking For • Previous management experience within hospitality, leisure, entertainment, or a high-volume customer-facing environment, • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and hold teams accountable, • Excellent communication and organisational skills, • The ability to remain calm, decisive, and solutions-focused under pressure, • Commercial awareness and an understanding of operational performance, • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to ownership, • Confidence in making decisions and managing a venue independently, • A genuine passion for hospitality, live sport, guest experience, and team development, • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and major event days What You'll Bring • Energy and enthusiasm, • Strong leadership presence, • A proactive mindset, • High standards and attention to detail, • Accountability and ownership, • The ability to build positive working relationships across teams, • A desire to contribute to a growing and ambitious business Why Join Ballerz? • Be part of a growing and exciting sports and entertainment brand, • Work in a unique environment where no two days are the same, • Opportunity to develop and progress within a growing business, • Work alongside passionate and ambitious people, • Play a key role in shaping the guest experience and venue culture, • Be trusted with genuine responsibility and operational ownership If you're looking for a role where you can lead, influence, and make a genuine impact every shift, we'd love to hear from you.

Oversee the daily operation of the takeaway, ensuring smooth and efficient service Manage staff rotas, recruitment, training, and performance supervision Ensure excellent customer service and handle customer feedback or complaints professionally Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, health & safety, and local authority regulations Monitor stock levels, place orders, and control food and operational costs Manage cash handling, tills, daily takings, and basic financial reporting Coordinate with delivery platforms (e.g. online orders) to ensure timely and accurate dispatch Implement promotions and support sales growth Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen and front-of-house areas.