Assistant Manager - Culinary Collective

About Us HEARD is pioneering a new era of fast food. Founded by 2 Michelin-starred Chef Jordan Bailey, we are a produce-first concept focused on sustainability, exceptional ingredients, and culinary precision. Our mission is to elevate fast food by delivering world-class flavour and service in a dynamic, busy environment The Role As a member of our Floor Staff team, you’ll play a vital role in delivering smooth, friendly, and efficient service on the restaurant floor. You’ll help create memorable guest experiences by upholding our standards, supporting your team, and bringing positive energy to every shift. Key Responsibilities Provide attentive, high-quality service to all guests Support your team during busy periods with clear communication and teamwork Always maintain cleanliness and organisation on the floor Ensure orders are taken accurately and delivered promptly Be knowledgeable about the menu and able to answer guest questions confidently Communicate guest feedback and any issues to management as needed Requirements Previous experience in a customer-facing role in hospitality A positive attitude and willingness to learn Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to stay calm and efficient under pressure Reliable, punctual, and a team player Basic understanding of food safety practices Why Join Us? Join an innovative, chef-led concept committed to excellence and sustainability. You will have the opportunity to grow within a forward-thinking brand and make a lasting impact on the future of fast food.

We are looking for a Senior Pizzaiolo, you must have experience in this position and managing service. We are seeking a passionate and skilled Pizzaiolo to join our new kitchen team at Spring Street Pizza in London Bridge, launched by Michelin-starred chef Tom Kemble The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pizza making, knowledge of biga dough production and ability to work well at volume maintaining consistency. An open mind and flexibility is a must as we are working in a new way to create 18" New York style pizzas As the senior Pizzaiolo you will be responsible for preparing high-quality pizzas in a fast-paced restaurant environment while ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen. You will be supporting the head chef in managing and leading the kitchen team Duties Prepare and cook a variety of pizzas according to established recipes and customer preferences. Ensure all food preparation is conducted in compliance with food safety regulations and standards. Assist in the preparation of other menu items as needed, contributing to overall kitchen efficiency. Maintain a clean and organised kitchen workspace, including proper storage of ingredients and equipment. Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure timely service during peak hours. Monitor inventory levels of pizza ingredients, own stock take and ordering. Help train new kitchen staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols. Experience Must have Previous experience as a Pizzaiolo ideally with New York style pizza Strong knowledge of food safety practices and regulations is essential. Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment while maintaining individual responsibilities. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multitask in a busy kitchen setting. A genuine passion for all things pizza and creating great customer experiences

Head Chef – Heard. Soho (Flagship Opening) Premium burgers. Fresh ingredients. Consistent standards. Heard is the most talked-about name in London’s fast food scene, created with 2 Michelin-starred chef Jordan Bailey. Our first site in Borough launched in February 2025 to rave reviews — now, we're opening our flagship in Soho, and we're looking for a Head Chef to lead it. This is your chance to take ownership of a brand-new kitchen, build your brigade from scratch, and set the standard for what fast food should be: fast, fresh, and uncompromising on quality. In Your First 12 Months, You'll... Launch the Soho kitchen to spec and on schedule, delivering a fully operational kitchen with prep, service, storage, food safety, and communication systems in place ahead of opening Hire and onboard a full brigade, including all line chefs and prep roles, with clear responsibilities, trial shifts completed, and training plans delivered before launch Train all team members to deliver the Heard food standard, achieving consistent plate execution within four weeks of opening across every service period Run the pass with full control, ensuring all revenue streams (dine-in, delivery, takeaway) hit speed, quality, and presentation targets daily Write and implement kitchen SOPs across service, cleaning, stock, allergen handling, and prep — fully embedded and signed off by week two of trading Deliver food cost margin within target range by month two, using Heard systems to monitor usage, track waste, and adjust ordering in real-time Achieve and maintain a* 5 Health & Safety rating at first inspection through fully documented food safety procedures and ongoing team compliance Collaborate daily with the General Manager to analyse service performance, adjust rota needs, and drive daily prep and recovery standards Review and improve kitchen systems and workflows quarterly, in collaboration with Jordan Bailey, ensuring the operation evolves with service demands

We are looking for a high energy experienced supervisor. Heard is growing fast and we are looking for great people who love to work in a fast environment. HEARD is pioneering a new era of fast food. Founded by 2 Michelin-starred Chef Jordan Bailey, we are a produce-first concept focused on sustainability, exceptional ingredients, and culinary precision. Our mission is to elevate fast food by delivering world-class flavour and service in a dynamic, busy environment As a Supervisor You’ll help create memorable guest experiences by upholding our standards, supporting your team, and bringing positive energy to every shift. Key Responsibilities Provide attentive, high-quality service to all guests Support your team during busy periods with clear communication and teamwork Always maintain cleanliness and organisation on the floor Ensure orders are taken accurately and delivered promptly Be knowledgeable about the menu and able to answer guest questions confidently Communicate guest feedback and any issues to management as needed Requirements Previous experience in a customer-facing role in hospitality A positive attitude and willingness to learn Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to stay calm and efficient under pressure Reliable, punctual, and a team player Basic understanding of food safety practices Why Join Us? Join an innovative, chef-led concept committed to excellence and sustainability. You will have the opportunity to grow within a forward-thinking brand and make a lasting impact on the future of fast food.

Lagana brings Med flatbreads and skewers to Shoreditch, taking over from Pachamama East. This Greek-inspired restaurant is aiming to be a little more casual the glitzy feel of their other recent openings by Pachamama Group. There's an emphasis on a home-cooking style here, with the menu led by the lagana itself, a puffed flatbread straight from the oven served with bowls of seasonal spreads and dips. As an experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager, we trust in your ability to step into our vibrant restaurant environment and hit the ground running, leveraging your proven skills and management expertise. For the Assistant Restaurant Manager role, we offer the following benefits and opportunities: • Attractive annual salary based on your skills and experience., • Referral scheme with a £300 bonus for a successful candidate., • Paid overtime for more than 48 hours per week., • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all employees., • Generous staff discount at all group's restaurants., • 28 days of holiday, ensuring a balanced professional and personal life., • Opportunities for career development, regular appraisals to discuss progress and perspectives. Other benefits include: • Comprehensive on-the-job training to enhance your skills and knowledge., • A friendly and positive work environment fostering respect and teamwork., • Psychological, financial and legal support available through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)., • Salary paid monthly -- on the last Friday of each month., • Pension scheme with a 3% employer contribution., • Wagestream access, allowing you to stream up to 50% of your earnings at any time. As our Assistant Restaurant Manager , we hope that you will contribute to our mission of introducing exciting, diverse and playful dining concepts to the London restaurant scene. Our philosophy is to be the best , we continuously improve and never settle. If this sounds of interest to you, please send us your CV. Come grow with us at Pachamama! This is your chance to be a part of something extremely exciting. £47000.00 - £49000.00 / year

We are looking for a responsible and diligent person to run our busy bar in Soho. The person should have experience of managing both the front and back of house operations to ensure the maximisation of sales and profits and reduction in waste and cost. You will be responsible for managing the team of staff and so a knowledge of HR would be an advantage as would a knowledge of the basic accounting functions required to manage the operation effectively. You must hold a personal license and be able to effectively communicate at all levels in English. You must also be able to use both word processors and spreadsheets. The bar is well known and has a loyal LGBTQIA+ and straight clientele and we are looking for someone with the energy and enthusiasm to continue to keep the business fresh and its customers, staff, residents and other stake holders happy. You will report directly to the Directors and should be a mature, self motivated professional with a proven track record in successfully managing a business. Salary and bonus package will depend on experience.

Simple Health Kitchen – Assistant Menager WHO WE ARE: We are the new and progressive generation of hospitality encouraging self motivated and highly ambitious individuals. We promote healthy living through delivering our delicious, healthy and balanced food to our customers. Simple Health Kitchen desires to inspire more sustainable and healthy lifestyles by improving the high street food industry and therefore the perception of people about healthy eating. Introducing guilt-free delicious dishes, which are simple, nutritious and positively enhance people’s mind, body and soul. Founded in 2015 by rugby player and fitness professional Bradley Hill, the company is the longest standing health food business in London. Having 4 sites throughout London and an array of delivery hubs allowing us to deliver our healthy product throughout London. The company holds great opportunities to be able to develop ambitious individuals to have a very successful career in hospitality. We have a variety of business operations, some run Monday to Friday 8am-3pm, some 8am -9pm and we even have a 7 days operation. Locations include Baker street, Bank & Fleet street. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: We are looking for like-minded people to join us in brightening up people’s days at Simple Health Kitchen. We are looking for people who are available throughout the week for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Fully flexible candidates are preferred. We are looking for people with high ambition, attention to detail and a constant strive to brighten people’s day– Mix this in for a passion for food and we want to meet you. As a AM, you will become a key part of our restaurant team (service and kitchen). Among other things, you will be expected to lead and motivate your team, to achieve the business goals set out by your Operations Manager. We are looking for someone who is hungry to grow and have a high drive for success. It’s a fast pace but we have lots of fun along the way.

Job Description: Cafe General Manager at Pique Salary:35,500k (incl. Service charge) Perks: Class pass membership 40% off Pique cafe offering Who are we? Pique was founded in 2017 as a picnic delivery company and since then has grown into one of London’s most sought after caterers for breakfast & lunch events. The dream was always to open a café and this dream became a reality in January 2024 when we opened our first site on Lavender Hill. The café is popular both in the week and weekends as both a breakfast, brunch and lunch spot. It seats up to 40 inside with seating for another 20 outside. The café has gone from strength to strength and is becoming a real part of the Lavender Hill community. We run a fortnightly book club, ran a successful first ‘pub’ quiz night and are looking to grow this side of things. Our mission is to bring fun, delicious, innovative, restaurant quality food to Londoners, whether that be at home, the office, park or our café. We focus on the informal nature of picnic dining- the relaxed feeling of being with friends, with easy to eat, crowd pleasing food. Our focus on sustainability, quality and style sets us apart from the rest. Essential Experience & Skills • Experienced in managing large teams and busy services, • Passionate about hospitality & customer service, • Strong Barista skills (dialling in, latter art, espresso pulling), • Upbeat and able to lead a team to deliver exceptional service at all times, • Intuitive, quick to think on their feet, and able to keep a level head during busy and challenging times, • Well-presented and a good team player, • An excellent communicator, • Keen eye for detail and sense or urgency Key Responsibilities: Team • Ensure customer service excellence remains the top priority in all café operations, Ensure the FOH team represents the Pique brand by providing top-tier service with energy and enthusiasm., • Serve as the main point of contact for the team, addressing business-related queries or directing staff to the appropriate department or person., • Accurately record all staff sick days and annual leave in line with Head of Operations, • Recruit, train, and motivate staff to deliver enthusiastic and exceptional customer experiences., • Ensure staff rotas align with contracted hours while adapting to fluctuating business levels to maintain reasonable labor costs Operational • Maintain operational consistency, including opening/closing procedures, customer service, check-backs, and ensuring the café remains clean and presentable through in-service checks., • Handle customer complaints, ensuring that any issue is escalated to the management team (GM, Assistant Manager, or Supervisors) this includes replying to reviews (Just GM), • Oversee daily completion of checklists in accordance with health and safety protocols, updating procedures as necessary based on business or service changes., • Keep the Maintenance record and pest control record updated and in use (along with the head chef), • Increase café revenue, reported every 3 months through sales efforts and successful events and general running of the cafe - this is not a streamline increase and should be reported as such with relevant data, • Ensure the Pique brand remains highly visible through consistent, high-quality service, active community involvement, and strong team performance as well as social media representation on any relevant platforms Event Coordination • Manage customer enquiry regarding café events and private bookings and cafe catering pre orders, • Help organize staffing, and handovers for relevant events, • Gather and analyse feedback post-event to improve offerings and ensure customer satisfaction.

Hola! Condesa is an independent, vibrant tapas bar nestled in the heart of Covent Garden. We’re currently on the lookout for passionate and friendly waiting staff to join our close-knit team. If you enjoy great food, thrive in a lively atmosphere, and love providing warm, attentive service, we’d love to hear from you!

GAZETTE BRASSERIE GROUP Gazette Battersea is looking for their next successful assistant manager. The perfect candidate will have a strong background in hospitality with some understanding of French cuisine and French approach to the bistro dining experience with that touch of "Je ne sais quoi". If you are charismatic, know how to wait tables and pour wine, shake a good cocktail, manage a team and lead by examples, feel free to apply to this position. If you do not yet meet the criteria's, we would still love to hear from you. Full broad training will be provided going from barista, to food and wine tasting... Gazette is a well established brand with strong local foundations operating six restaurants spread across London, mostly South west London. Gazette Battersea is a 100 cover restaurant operating as an all day French bistro every day of the year with a team of roughly 10 FOH members. Our managers are expected to be hands on AND proactive to ensure the smooth running of the operations on site and other sites.

Oita, Japanese Restaurant is recruiting experienced and professional Restaurant Manager for to assists in coordinating all Front of House operations. We currently don’t have a floor manager in place, and the operation needs someone who can step in, take full control, and bring structure, direction, and accountability. We’re looking for a strong leader - someone with a clear vision, strong character, and the ability to set and enforce standards from day one. You must know exactly why you’re joining: to fix, improve, and lead. You will have full support from senior management, but this role requires someone confident, hands-on, and committed to delivering real change. Main Responsibilities: • Identify and improve underperforming areas to elevate the restaurant to the next level as we’re focused on growth, • Oversee and supervise all Front of House operations with a hands-on leadership approach, • Carry out key administrative functions, including basic HR tasks, payroll coordination, and managing delivery platforms, • Lead recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of new team members, • Maintain accurate operational logs and monitor financial performance closely, • Manage stock control, ordering, and supplier coordination, • Ensure the venue consistently meets all health and safety compliance standards, • Respond to guest feedback and complaints promptly and professionally, • Motivate, support, and guide the team to maintain consistently high service standards, • Assist in organising and delivering occasional events held at the venue, such as private parties or celebrations Ideal Candidate Will Have: • At least 2 years' experience in a similar hospitality management role, • One or more references from previous employers, • Strong character with an open mind, clear vision, and business focus - you understand your role is to lead, perform, and drive results, • A hands-on approach with attention to detail and problem-solving abilities, • Strong organisational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities, • Strict but fair leadership style - respectful, consistent, and confident, • Excellent communicator with the ability to clearly pass on expectations and motivate the team, • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and peak periods, • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) What We Offer: • Competitive package: £35,000 salary + £4,800 service charge (48 hours/week) - for the right person who delivers results and drives progress, there’s clear opportunity to grow with us. When the operation thrives, so do you., • Internal growth and promotion opportunities., • A positive and inclusive team culture., • Staff discounts on food and drinks., • Ongoing support and training to grow your career.

Oita Soho is a vibrant and busy restaurant located in the heart of Chinatown delivering exceptional dining experiences — and we’re seeking a skilled Assistant Manager to support daily operations, oversee the floor, handle admin, and uphold top-tier service. Key Responsibilities: • Assist the Restaurant Managers in overseeing daily operations and ensuring a seamless customer experience., • Perform administrative tasks including HR duties, bookkeeping, payroll processing, and managing take-away platforms., • Handle hiring processes, including interviewing and onboarding new staff members., • Maintain accurate records and manage restaurant numbers and financial data., • Support in inventory management and ordering supplies., • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations., • Address customer inquiries and resolve issues promptly., • Lead and motivate the team to deliver exceptional service. Requirements: • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role within the hospitality industry., • At least 1 reference from a previous employer., • Proficiency in MS Office, including Microsoft Word and Excel., • Strong organizational and multitasking skills., • Excellent communication and leadership abilities., • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends., • A proactive approach to problem-solving and a keen eye for detail. What We Offer: • Competitive salary based on experience; £33000 annual salary + £6000 service charge + bonuses; 48 hours a week, • Opportunities for career advancement within the company., • A supportive and friendly working environment., • Employee discounts on meals., • Ongoing training and development opportunities.