Lounge Restaurant Manager/Manageress

Overview 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.

Location: London, W12 7HB Salary: £28,000 - £31,000 Contract: Full-time, Permanent Working Hours: 45 hours per week, 5 days a week Monday - Sunday on a rota basis, shifts are scheduled between the hours of 7am -10pm (subject to change) . Join our vibrant team at Ichiba as the Kitchen Manager, where your culinary leadership and organisational skills will drive our kitchen's success. You will oversee operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation and excellent service in our busy environment, full of Japanese culinary delights. Key Responsibilities Cooking and extensive food preparation Inventory control Oversee the daily back-of-house operations to uphold quality and standards. Manage kitchen staff, providing training and motivation to ensure efficient team performance. Develop and maintain a safe, clean, and organised working environment. Control food costs and manage stock levels effectively to reduce waste and optimise resources. Implement health and safety procedures, ensuring all food hygiene standards are met consistently. Essential Requirements Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager or in a senior kitchen role within a similar environment. Strong understanding of Japanese cuisine and cooking techniques. Excellent organisational and leadership skills with a focus on team development. Ability to work under pressure, multitask, and manage time effectively. Outstanding communication skills for effective collaboration and team management. Possession of relevant food safety qualifications is preferred. Preferred Skills Experience in managing budgets and cost control. Familiarity with using kitchen management software. Knowledge of current food trends and menu creation. A passion for Japanese culture and cuisine is a significant advantage.

We are Tommi's Burger Joint, founded in Reykjavik, Iceland - we've been serving classic traditional hamburgers since 1981, focusing on quality, speed, and flavour. We only use the best ingredients; Hereford and Angus Chuck Steak from our butcher H.G. Walter, fresh buns from Miller’s Bakery and our delicious house made sauces. We are seeking a driven assistant manager to become a part of our vibrant team at our store in Marylebone, right in the heart of London. If you have a passion for the finest burgers and a knack for spreading smiles and love, this is the job for you! As an assistant manager you will support the GM in ensuring that shifts operate smoothly and that the team is well supported on shift. You should have a keen eye for detail, a passion for great customer service and a can do attitude. Our ideal candidate is someone who has experience leading shifts in busy restaurants, who is proactive and who takes their own initiative. You will be skilled at multi tasking, have excellent time management skills and be accurate in your approach to work. Experience of managing budgets, handling rotas, ordering, stock taking and cashing out is most welcome. Are you're ready to bring your positive spirit, creativity, and love for delicious burgers to Tommi's Burger Joint? We can't wait to hear from you! Full training on our systems and menu will be provided. Apply now and let's rock the burger world together. Smiles, good vibes, and extraordinary burgers await!

The Restaurant Floor Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the restaurant floor, ensuring exceptional service delivery, and managing the front-of-house staff. This role focuses on creating a positive dining experience for guests while maintaining high standards of service, cleanliness, and operational efficiency. 1. Staff Management:   - Supervise and coordinate the activities of waitstaff, hosts/hostesses, and bartenders.   - Train, mentor, and develop front-of-house staff to deliver outstanding customer service.   - Schedule shifts and manage staff rotas to ensure proper coverage during peak dining hours. 2. Customer Service:   - Greet guests, manage reservations, and ensure timely seating and service.   - Address customer inquiries, complaints, and concerns promptly and professionally.   - Monitor dining experience and solicit feedback to enhance customer satisfaction. 3. Operational Oversight:   - Ensure the restaurant floor is clean, organized, and properly set up for service.   - Collaborate with the kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation and service.   - Monitor food and beverage quality, presentation, and portion control. 4. Sales and Financial Management:   - Assist in achieving sales targets and managing operational costs.   - Monitor and report on daily sales and performance metrics to management.   - Handle cash and credit transactions, ensuring accuracy at the point of sale. 5. Health and Safety Compliance:   - Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, food safety standards, and alcohol licensing laws.   - Implement and maintain cleaning and sanitation protocols for the restaurant. 6. Event Coordination:   - Assist with planning and executing special events, private parties, and catering services.   - Work with management to develop promotional activities and menu specials. Qualifications: - Previous experience in a restaurant management or supervisory role. - Strong leadership and team management skills. - Excellent communication and customer service abilities. - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle high-pressure situations. - Knowledge of food and beverage service, health and safety regulations, and POS systems.

It’s tough when searching London for an energetic, generous and passionate full-time Assistant Manager! Too many other restaurants are stuck in their ways, with out of date training/development and zero focus on culture. At Granger & Co we are different. If you want to lead our fun, friendly and welcoming team to even greater success; send us your CV and apply to be our next legendary Assistant Manager. So what will we give you, our next Assistant Manager: - A range of shifts including Breakfasts - Exceptional Monthly incentives - A clear career path for assistant managers – offering both support and guidance - An extra day of holiday for every year of service after two years of working with the company - A real work-life balance – healthy minds & healthy hearts! - Courses provided – we support everyone - All meals are included when you are at work, which are fresh and wholesome - 50% staff discount for you to use within all five of our excellent restaurants Experienced Assistant Managers are what we’re gunning for but we also value: - Born leaders - Natural talent – we want people-people - An inspiring Assistant Manager who raises the bar in customer service - A Passionate approachable individual We serve classic, freshly prepared, healthy & natural food right through from busy bustling breakfasts to cosy evening candlelit dinners. Across all five of our restaurants we demonstrate a family approach to nurturing our Assistant Managers and wanting to see them progress and succeed in our business. About Granger & Co. Over 25 years ago, in a sunny little corner cafe in Sydney, the global phenomenon of avocado toast and ricotta hotcakes first began. Self-taught Aussie cook Bill Granger opened his first ever café serving simple fresh flavours and light, healthy plates. Bill quickly earned himself a reputation for his original approach to dining - communal tables and lazy weekend breakfasts. He was declared by the New York Times as “the egg master of Sydney".

Are you ready for a challenge? If you want to join a people centric company, a company where management and business is fun and not just about a P&L, then that's us. We are looking for an amazing indivdual, who has a passion to succeed no matter what the challenge. You will manage 3 sites all based in Central London, in addition aid our Operations managers. You will coach and mentor 3 sites, while being developed by our Operation Manager to take their reins in due cause. Ready for the challenge?

We’re looking to recruit a brilliant Assistant Restaurant Manager to join the Darwin Brasserie team at Sky Garden. Darwin is our rooftop all-day restaurant inspired by the very best of British. Laid-back but luxe, the space is inspired by nature and understated décor which allows the food – and incredible view – to do the talking! The ideal candidate must have experience as Assistant Restaurant Manager or Team Leader within a similar quality led, high volume, fast paced dining environment and be used to dealing with high volumes of guests. You’ll need to be smart in all senses, charismatic, engaging and able to lead a team of up to 75 staff. We're a very busy restaurant - this role is not for everyone.

We’re looking to recruit a brilliant Restaurant Manager to join the Darwin Brasserie team at Sky Garden. Darwin is our rooftop all-day restaurant inspired by the very best of British. Laid-back but luxe, the space is inspired by nature and understated décor which allows the food – and incredible view – to do the talking! The ideal candidate must have experience as Restaurant Manager or Team Leader within a similar quality led, high volume, fast paced dining environment and be used to dealing with high volumes of guests. You’ll need to be smart in all senses, charismatic, engaging and able to lead a team of up to 75 staff. We're a very busy restaurant - this role is not for everyone.