Restaurant General Manager
hace 8 días
£45000–£55000 anual
Jornada completa
Moorgate, City of London
ABOUT AMMA & ATTA We are reimagining Indian food for the modern working day. Inspired by the principles of Ayurveda, Amma & Atta combines freshly made parathas, nourishing dals, vibrant salads, specialty coffee, functional drinks, and Ayurvedic teas in a premium fast casual environment designed for everyday use. Our first flagship location is opening in the City of London, serving breakfast, lunch, afternoon and early evening occasions to a health-conscious urban audience. We are seeking an exceptional General Manager to join our founding team and help build the operational foundations for future growth. THE OPPORTUNITY This is not a typical General Manager role. We are looking for an experienced hospitality leader who can successfully launch and operate a high-volume premium daytime restaurant while helping shape the systems, culture, and standards that will support future expansion. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Operations Leadership — Lead all day-to-day restaurant operations — Deliver exceptional guest experiences consistently — Drive operational efficiency, speed of service, and food quality — Manage opening and closing procedures — Maintain exceptional cleanliness and compliance standards Team Leadership — Recruit, train, coach, and develop a high-performing team — Create a positive and accountable culture — Manage rotas, labour planning, and scheduling — Develop future supervisors and managers Financial Management — Deliver weekly and monthly sales targets — Manage labour costs and productivity — Control food and beverage costs — Monitor stock levels and minimise waste — Drive profitability while maintaining service standards Food Safety & Compliance — Ensure full compliance with all Food Safety, Health & Safety, HACCP, and allergen management requirements — Maintain Food Safety Level 2 and Level 3 standards across the operation — Conduct regular compliance checks, audits, and team training — Ensure all food safety records, temperature logs, and due diligence documentation are completed accurately and on time — Lead external inspections and maintain audit-ready standards at all times ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS — Minimum 7 years of hospitality management experience — At least 3 years operating at General Manager level — Strong experience within premium fast casual, quick service, or high-volume daytime hospitality concepts — Experience managing teams of 15+ employees — Strong commercial and financial acumen — Proven track record of delivering sales growth and profitability — Excellent people leadership and coaching skills — Strong understanding of labour management, food cost control, stock management, and operational KPIs — Comprehensive knowledge of food safety, health and safety, HACCP procedures, allergen management, and regulatory compliance — Current Food Safety Level 2 + 3 certification (minimum) — Strong understanding of food safety policies, audit readiness, and compliance management — Experience implementing and maintaining food safety systems across high-volume operations — Experience opening new sites is highly desirable — Passion for food, hospitality, and guest experience PREFERRED BACKGROUND Experience with brands such as itsu, Farmer J, Leon, Pret A Manger, Gail’s, or similar premium fast casual concepts. COMPENSATION Competitive salary, performance bonus, and the opportunity to join an ambitious founder-led business at an exciting stage of growth. TO APPLY Please submit your CV together with a short note outlining your experience in premium fast casual hospitality and why you would be excited to join Amma & Atta. Pull Up A Chair. Join Our Table. Amma & Atta Made by Mother. Made of Flour
Moorgate, City of London, London
