General Manager

The Counter Soho is searching for a Restaurant Manager to join our leadership team. Located on Kingly Street, just a stone's throw from the lively Carnaby Street, Chef Demirasal serves up a tantalising mix of Aegean flavours from Greece and Turkey, inspired by his Izmir roots, with a dash of Mediterranean and Levantine flair. ** Key Responsibilities** - Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of servers, hosts, bartenders, and kitchen staff to deliver exceptional service and achieve performance targets. - Ensure that every guest receives a memorable dining experience characterised by attentive service, delicious food, and a welcoming atmosphere. Address guest inquiries, feedback, and complaints promptly and courteously. - Oversee day-to-day restaurant operations, including opening and closing procedures, staff scheduling, inventory management, and cleanliness standards. Implement efficient systems and processes to streamline operations and enhance productivity. - Develop and implement strategies to drive sales, increase revenue, and attract new customers. Collaborate with the marketing team to execute promotional activities, special events, and social media campaigns to promote the restaurant. - Monitor sales performance, analyse financial reports, and manage budgets to optimise profitability. Control costs and expenses while maintaining high-quality standards and maximising revenue opportunities. - Provide ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance the skills and knowledge of staff members. Foster a culture of continuous learning, teamwork, and professional growth. - Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, health and safety standards, and licensing requirements. Conduct regular inspections to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout the restaurant. - Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers, vendors, and service providers. Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to achieve common goals and objectives. - Previous experience in a managerial role within the hospitality industry, preferably in a restaurant setting. - Knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance standards, including food safety and licensing laws. - Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. ** You have** - Previous managerial experience in a chef-lead restaurant is a BONUS - Strong leadership and interpersonal skills. - Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team. - Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to interact effectively with guests and colleagues. - Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving operational excellence. - Sound financial acumen and experience in budget management and financial analysis. - Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and compliance standards. - Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. ** Benefits** - Hospitality Rewards - WPA medical cash health plan - Free lunch - Competitive salary and performance-based incentives. - Opportunities for career advancement and professional development. - Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans. - Employee discounts and perks across portfolio companies - Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Pittagoras is seeking a vibrant, ambitious, and dedicated individual to join our team as a Store Manager for our new site in Canary Wharf. Pittagoras is expanding and needs a leader to ensure smooth and efficient daily operations while training and developing our team. This role is essential for optimizing store operations, maintaining high customer satisfaction, and upholding the quality standards Pittagoras is known for. Role Purpose: Our Store Managers ensure our operations run smoothly, providing a memorable and magical place to work. As a Store Manager, you will model excellence in food preparation and service, ensuring a unique customer experience. You will also train new team members to uphold our high standards, making Pittagoras an employer of choice. Key Responsibilities: ● Service Preparation: Ensure the store is set up and ready for each service with the right amount of gyros on the spit and prep, balancing quick service needs with food cost management to avoid wastage. ● Uniform and Hygiene: Always wear a full, smart, clean uniform while on shift and protective clothing as required. ● Quality Management: Adhere to the gyros and prep management system according to the prep guide, ensuring our gyros meet the highest quality standards. ● Team Development: Recruit, train, and coach new starters and current team members to Pittagoras standards. ● Store Standards: Monitor all sections of the store and report any poor performance to the Operations Manager. Follow all Pittagoras systems and processes, including compliance with Food and Hygiene standards, Health & Safety, and opening and closing procedures. ● Profitability: Contribute to Pittagoras' profitability by following recipes and controlling food costs and wastage. Manage P&L budgets and profitability of the business. ● Scheduling and Ordering: Create weekly rotas, manage holiday cover, and order from suppliers according to par levels. Requirements: ● Proven management experience. ● Good command of the English language. ● Food safety level 2 certification. Competency/Behavioural Indicators: General Overview: ● Be a great team player and possess a high level of flexibility. ● Exhibit a professional attitude and approach, aligned with our company values. ● Display a can-do attitude with a sincere and courteous approach to customers and team members. ● Have a passion for cooking and customer service, aspiring to deliver the highest quality. ● Possess excellent communication skills and a strong customer service ethic. ● Be flexible regarding availability to work hours and location. ● Our Behaviors: ● Creating Empathy ● Building Confidence ● Making it Happen ● Processing Information ● Improving Performance ● Creating Ideas ● Facilitating Interactions ● Gathering Information ● Growing Talent ● Influencing Others People Management Responsibility: ● Direct and Indirect Reports: ● Manage a team of 6-10 people.

Il Bistrotto London is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Bartender for its new opening in Chelsea. The ideal candidate will have a passion for hospitality, a talent for crafting exceptional drinks, and a commitment to delivering outstanding customer service. As a Bartender, you will play a key role in ensuring guests have a memorable experience by serving high-quality beverages in a fast-paced environment. The original Il Bistrotto first opened in 1982 and was acquired by its current owners in 2018. Located between the city of Genoa and the renowned Portofino, it has since become one of the most distinguished cocktail bars on the Ligurian Riviera. For its London opening, the company has partnered with Luca Gargano of Velier S.p.A., a global leader in the rum sector, renowned for bringing distilleries like Demerara, Caroni, and Foursquare to international prominence. In addition to rum, Velier pioneered the natural wine movement with the launch of the Triple A protocol in 2003, promoting authentic and sustainable production. Main Responsibilities - Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to standard recipes and customer preferences. - Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the bar area, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. - Engage with customers, providing friendly and knowledgeable service while taking drink orders and offering recommendations. - Manage inventory, including ordering supplies, tracking stock levels, and minimising waste. - Handle cash transactions accurately and efficiently, demonstrating basic maths skills for processing payments. - Collaborate with kitchen staff and other team members to ensure smooth operations during busy periods. - Uphold the highest standards of hospitality, ensuring that every guest feels welcomed and valued. Experience - Previous bartending experience is preferred; a willingness to learn is key. - Familiarity with food safety practices within a restaurant or bar setting is advantageous. - Strong time management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment. - Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact positively with guests and team members alike. - A genuine desire to help others and create enjoyable experiences for customers. If you are passionate about the art of bartending and thrive in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

As Assistant General Manager, you will work alongside the General Manager to oversee daily operations and lead the Amber team. This role requires a hands-on management style, strong understanding of restaurant operations and cost control. You will be ensuring high service standards, team engagement, and operational efficiency. This position demands strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and most importantly passion for hospitality and to never compromise when it comes to quality. Key responsibilities Oversee daily restaurant operations alongside the General Manager, ensuring smooth service and high hospitality standards. Inspire, train, and support the team, fostering a positive and professional work environment. Maintain an exceptional guest experience, ensuring top-quality food, drinks, and service. Support financial performance by assisting with cost control, and revenue growth. Work closely with the kitchen and bar to maintain quality, consistency, and efficiency. Assist with recruitment, training, and staff development to build a strong and engaged workforce. Ensure full compliance with health & safety regulations, licensing laws, and company policies. Implement operational improvements and contribute creative ideas to enhance efficiency and guest satisfaction. Key requirements Minimum 2 years of experience as an Assistant General Manager, Restaurant Manager, or Supervisor role in a high-quality food and beverage restaurant. To be flexible in terms of hours and days to work. Passion for creating outstanding guest experiences and delivering exceptional service. Strong understanding of restaurant operations, cost control, and revenue management. Ability to train, mentor, and motivate a team while fostering a collaborative work environment. A proactive mindset with the ability to handle challenges and find effective solutions. We offer a competitive salary and a balanced life. Your hourly wage will be between £18 - £21 per hour, including Tronc. You will work on a mix of shifts and an average 40-45 hours per week including weekends.

Operations Manager – Design & Engineering Company (Hackney, London) We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Operations Manager to work directly with the founder of a dynamic design and engineering company specializing in hotels, serviced properties, events, and digital services for local councils. Role Overview Based at our workshop in Hackney (E8 2AA), you will oversee daily operations, ensuring seamless execution of projects using Trello and other management tools. As the company expands and develops new assets, you will play a key role in leading the team into its next phase of growth. Key Responsibilities Operational Management: Oversee day-to-day activities and workflow using Trello. Team Coordination: Assign tasks efficiently to capable team members. Process Optimization: Use Google Sheets, Docs, and basic AI tools to streamline operations. Resource Allocation: Ensure projects are well-resourced and meet deadlines. Communication: Maintain clear and professional communication with internal and external stakeholders. Requirements Minimum 2 years’ experience in an operations role. Proficiency in Google Sheets, Docs, and basic AI tools. Strong leadership skills to guide teams through new developments. A clean driver’s license and a professional, clear telephone manner. Experience working with both Mac and PC systems. Want to Learn More? If you're interested in researching some of our assets, check out: Komo Pods Hackney Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with the founder in a hands-on role that influences business growth and innovation. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy bringing structure to creative and technical projects, we’d love to hear from you! 📍 Location: Hackney, London (E8 2AA) 📩 How to Apply: Send me a brief description of your experience and we can go from there

We're looking for a dynamic new GM to take the reins at our Exmouth Market Restaurant. If you're a GM with great energy, leadership skills, entrepreneurial spirit and looking for a company to stay and grow, you'll thrive in this role. The restaurant is around 75 covers 🪑🪑🪑 inside and outside. We have a strong mix of in house 🍽️ and Deliveroo 🥡 sales. It’s a really vibey site with tons of regulars and a great reputation along the street. About the Role - All the usual GM admin stuff such as forecasting, FoH rotas, being on top of Health & Safety , team recruitment/onboarding/training (we use Flow and Planday) - Recruitment for front of house roles - Building on and maintaining our great company culture. Work life balance and autonomy are really important to us and we're constantly looking to support you to achieve that not just for yourself but your team too. - Strong relationship with the kitchen . We don't see the pass as a divide and with an open kitchen, we've always encouraged constructive and productive relationships between foh and boh. - Systems we're using are Planday (Rotas), Supy (ordering and stock management), Flow Hospitality (Training), Vita Mojo / Deliveroo (EPOS) Google Sheets (reporting) Pay + Contract 🤑 This is a 45h/wk full time contract that requires a mix of opens/closes over 5 days a week. Whilst you write your own rota, we'll need you to lead from the front and have a presence over all operating hours. The pay is a mix of basic, service charge and annual bonus. Basic (£35k/yr) Service Charge (around £9k-12/yr) based on worked hours Target based Bonus Package (£4k/yr, paid quarterly) This means a very achievable annual take home of £45k+ / yr About You ☺️ - Previous GM experience is essential, with at least 2-3 years in a similar sized site location. - Passion for service, people and food. Our burger is insanely good and we're famous for it, but the atmosphere and team are just as important to the guest experience. - Great leadership skills. This really will be your site and a big part of your role is to inject your energy and positivity into the atmosphere. - Taking the time to use your past experience to train and mentor your team. - Great initiative and confident to take ownership of your site. The big advantage of joining an independent is that we want to give you autonomy over your site. Black Bear is where you can really have a voice and input into the future of your site. - Working closely with Head Office on projects to move the business forward. We love giving you the opportunity to present ideas and proposals for anything from events, building work and restructuring. If this sounds like something you're interested in we'd love to hear from you!