Restaurant & Bar Manager - Alma Café - London

Front of House Team Member - Alma Nine Elms Alma is launching its first full all-day dining restaurant in Nine Elms, and we’re looking for strong Front of House Team Members to join the opening team. Founded in Barnes in 2016, Alma has grown into a recognised London brunch brand, known across London for great coffee, vibrant food and warm hospitality. Nine Elms is our boldest site yet: an all-day restaurant built around elevated brunch, great coffee, a serious juice bar, a very cool wine list, and a proper food & bar offer that carries through into the evening. Opening in the coming weeks, this is a chance to join the team from day one and be part of establishing a site built on strong service, good energy and genuine hospitality. We’re looking for people with good energy, who are naturally warm with guests and happy to get stuck in wherever needed. This is a hands-on front-of-house role that includes looking after guests on the floor, supporting service across the day and evening, and helping with coffee and juices when needed. What you’ll be doing • Looking after guests and supporting service across the floor, • Helping the team wherever needed during busy services, • Supporting different parts of the operation, including coffee and juices, • Bringing good energy and helping create a warm, positive atmosphere What we’re looking for: • Personality, warmth and a genuine sense of hospitality, • A positive attitude and willingness to learn, • Someone who is hands-on, reliable and happy to help wherever needed, • Some hospitality experience is helpful, but character and approach matter just as much, • Someone who wants to be part of an important opening and grow with the business What we offer: • Staff food and coffee provided on shift, • Enrolment into the company pension scheme, • Real opportunity for professional progression as Alma grows, • The chance to be part of an important new opening from day one If you want to join the opening team and help shape Alma’s first all-day restaurant, we’d like to hear from you.

Bartender - Alma Nine Elms Alma is launching its first full all-day dining restaurant in Nine Elms, and we’re looking for a strong Bartender to join the opening team. Founded in Barnes in 2016, Alma has grown into a recognised London brunch brand. Nine Elms is our boldest site yet: an all-day restaurant built around elevated brunch, great coffee, a serious juice bar, and a proper food & bar offer that carries through into the evening. Opening in the coming weeks, this is a chance to join the team from day one and be part of establishing a bar operation built on strong drinks service, good energy and genuine hospitality. Working closely with the management team, you will play an important role in delivering a bar experience that is organised, consistent and welcoming. We’re looking for someone who is confident behind the bar, works well under pressure, and takes real pride in service. You should be comfortable in a busy environment, have a strong hospitality mindset, and know how to keep standards high while keeping the atmosphere right. What you’ll be doing • Preparing and serving drinks to a high standard, • Supporting smooth day-to-day bar service, • Keeping the bar clean, stocked and well organised, • Delivering warm, professional service to guests, • Working closely with the floor team to keep service flowing, • Helping maintain high standards across drinks, presentation and cleanliness, • Speaking confidently about the wine list and helping guests make the right choice What we’re looking for • Experience working behind a busy bar, • Confidence making and serving drinks in a fast-paced environment, • A strong hospitality mindset and good guest awareness, • A hands-on, reliable approach and good energy on shift, • Someone who wants to be part of an important opening and grow with the business What we offer: • Competitive pay plus strong TRONC, • Staff food and coffee provided on shift, • Enrolment into the company pension scheme, • Real opportunity for professional progression as Alma grows, • The chance to be part of an important new opening from day one If you want to join the opening team and help shape Alma’s first restaurant bar, we’d like to hear from you.

Sous Chef - Alma Nine Elms Alma is launching its first full all-day dining restaurant in Nine Elms, and we’re looking for a strong Sous Chef to support the opening and play a key role in establishing the kitchen. Founded in Barnes in 2016, Alma has grown into a recognised London brunch brand. Nine Elms is our boldest site yet: an all-day restaurant built around elevated brunch, great coffee, a serious juice bar, and a proper food & bar offer that carries through into the evening. Opening in the coming weeks, this role will be key to the success of the launch. Working closely with the Head Chef, you will help build the kitchen team, support day-to-day operations, and help set the standard from day one. We’re looking for a hands-on Sous Chef with strong service awareness, good organisational skills, and the confidence to support and lead the kitchen when needed. You should be comfortable working across a quality-led, all-day operation and able to keep standards high under pressure. What you’ll be doing: • Supporting the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, • Leading prep and service with consistency, pace and attention to detail, • Helping train and develop the kitchen team, • Maintaining food quality, organisation and kitchen standards, • Supporting stock control, ordering, waste management and daily prep, • Upholding strong food safety, cleanliness and compliance standards What we’re looking for: • Experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef, • A background in a quality-led restaurant kitchen, • A calm, organised and hands-on approach, • Strong standards and the ability to perform under pressure, • Someone who wants to be part of an important opening and help build the kitchen properly from the start What we offer • Competitive pay plus strong TRONC, • Staff food and coffee provided on shift, • Enrolment into the company pension scheme, • Real opportunity for professional progression as Alma grows, • The chance to play a key role in an important new opening If you want to help launch Alma’s first restaurant concept and play a key role in shaping the kitchen, we’d like to hear from you.

Daytime Café Manager — Alma King’s Cross Alma is a wellness-oriented café brand with a growing footprint across London. We're looking for an experienced Café Manager to lead our King’s Cross location — a high-energy, fast-paced site serving a diverse mix of locals, commuters, and regulars who expect quality and consistency every day. This is a role for someone who takes pride in running a sharp operation, builds a strong team culture, and keeps standards high without needing oversight. What you'll be doing: • Managing the full day-to-day operation of the café, including opening and closing, • Leading and developing a team of 6 in a busy, high-footfall environment, • Maintaining service and quality standards across coffee, smoothies, and breakfast, • Handling staff scheduling, coordination, and performance management, • Keeping on top of stock, waste, and supplier deliveries, • Working closely with senior leadership and contributing to ongoing brand growth What we're looking for: • 1–2 years in a café or hospitality management role, • A confident leader who sets the tone — calm, consistent, and hands-on, • Strong operational awareness: you stay ahead of issues before they escalate, • Comfortable managing pace and pressure in a busy London location, • Genuine warmth with customers and a focus on building repeat business, • Experience with staff scheduling, stock control, and team development What we offer: • Starting salary of £14–£15 per hour depending on experience, plus TRONC, • Daytime hours only — no evenings, • Enrolment into the company pension scheme after 3 months, • Staff food during every shift, • Unlimited hot drinks, • A fast-growing brand with real opportunity to progress as Alma expands Great cafés don’t run themselves. If you’re the one who makes it happen — especially in a high-energy location like King’s Cross — we want to hear from you.

Location: South West London (SW1V), SW1W Salary: From £42,000 to £43,000 per annum + tips and surplus tronc Our client is an iconic neighbourhood British restaurant nestled in the heart of Victoria, renowned for delivering a distinctive and memorable dining experience every day. With two vibrant bars, elegant private lounges, and a spacious restaurant floor accommodating up to 250 guests, the venue blends charm with scale. Daily service sees a steady flow of 40 guests at lunch and over 180 for dinner, reflecting its loyal following and consistent demand. Backed by a strong and supportive senior management team, new team members are given time to settle in and integrate before stepping fully into their role—ensuring a smooth and confident transition. Assistant Restaurant Manager Benefits: • Overtime Paid £17 per hour + Cash Tips + Credit Card Tips, • Surplus tronc payments added, • 45 hours per week minimum, • Amazing ambiance with live music on a night, • Free meals whilst on duty, • Victoria station – 5-minute walk, • Payment every two weeks, • 50% discount when dining in the restaurant, • Generous pension schemes, • Great opportunity to grow and progress into a more senior role. Assistant Restaurant Manager requirements: • A assistant restaurant manager with a proven experience in reputable restaurants, hotels, or members’ clubs, • Ready to step up from a Restaurant Supervisor role or already working as an Floor Manager., • Strong leadership skills with a hands-on, service-driven approach, • Excellent interpersonal skills—confident with both guests and team members, • Passionate about hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences.

Location: Lisson Grove, North West London (NW1), NW1 Salary: From £45,000 to £50,000 per annum Our client is a remarkable restaurant in London’s West End, making waves from day one with its bold concept and vibrant atmosphere. With over 150 covers served daily for lunch and dinner, seven days a week, this modern brasserie is poised to become a cornerstone of the Marylebone dining scene. Combining award-winning cuisine with a stylish, upscale setting, the venue promises a vibrant, high-volume experience that celebrates excellence in every detail. From its ambitious culinary vision to its dynamic front-of-house energy, this is one of the capital’s most exciting restaurants Restaurant Manager Benefits: A starting salary of £45,000 to £50,000 per annum Working within a Michelin Bib Gourmand Restaurant Working within a budding team of 30+ in FOH 100+ for lunch 100+ for dinner 48 hours per week. • Last orders 10:45pm, • Generous pension schemes, • Meals and uniform provided whilst on duty, • Amazing opportunities to progress into a more senior position Restaurant Manager Requirements: • This is an amazing opportunity for a passionate Restaurant Manager to join an immaculate neighbourhood operation offering a superb ambiance with a great family feel., • The ideal Restaurant Manager will be someone who is hands on, approachable and always leads by example., • Our client prides themselves on the way they look after their team and the genuine family-style working atmosphere they’ve created, so it’s essential that all applicants embody these same values., • This would be a great opportunity for either a seasoned Restaurant manager who is seeking a new challenge or a Assistant Restaurant Manager looking for the next step in their career., • We’re looking for a Restaurant Manager who combines solid experience in high-volume venues with an unwavering focus on delivering outstanding service.

Location: Hackney, East London (E9), E8 Salary: From £50,000 to £50,000 per annum £50k per year + bonus An independent East London pub with a strong food focus is seeking an experienced and driven General Manager to lead the business. This is a hands-on, guest-focused role within a site that balances dining and drinks equally, making it ideal for a manager who can move confidently between the bar, the floor and the pass. We’re looking for a leader who can take full ownership of the operation, working closely with the owner while having the autonomy to shape standards, drive revenue and develop the team. This is a rare opportunity to run a respected neighbourhood pub with genuine independence and creative input. General Manger Benefits: • £50,000 salary + performance-based bonus, • Full responsibility for running an established, well-loved East London pub, • A balanced food-led and wet-led business requiring a versatile, hands-on approach, • Direct collaboration with the owner, with freedom to influence menus, service style and events, • Rotas designed with work-life balance in mind, • A lively, supportive and enjoyable working environment, • Generous staff discount General Manager Requirements: • Proven management experience within a pub, bar or restaurant environment, • Strong understanding of restaurant-style service and dining room standards, • Confident with wine, cocktails and bar operations, • A practical, adaptable leader who can oversee both FOH and BOH operations, • Ability to motivate, train and develop a team, • Commercial awareness, including stock control, labour management and driving revenue, • Someone who thrives in an independent setting and enjoys taking ownership

The Opportunity LIMIN Southbank is a destination. We’ve turned a corner of London into a Caribbean retreat, and we’re looking for an Assistant General Manager who can lead our "Master Plan." As AGM, you are the guardian of our culture and the architect of our guest experience. You will oversee a high-energy team and ensure that every guest who crosses our "Limin" feels the heat of the islands, regardless of the London weather. Key Responsibilities 1. Leadership & Culture (The Vocal Aloe), 2. Operational Excellence, 3. Financial Acumen & Growth The Ideal Candidate • The London Expert: You have 1+ years of AGM experience in high-volume, premium casual London venues. You understand the rhythms of the Southbank., • The Calm Catalyst: You thrive in the rush. You don't just "handle" a busy Saturday; you thrive in it and keep your team smiling., • The Detail Fanatic: You notice the weed in the island, the smudge on the glass, and the missed temperature log before anyone else does., • Ethical Leader: You believe in fair pay, transparent tipping, and professional development. Why Join LIMIN? • Autonomy: We trust our GMs to treat the business as their own., • Growth: Be part of a brand that is constantly evolving (new menus, new takeaway concepts, and private events). How to Apply Tell us your "Master Plan." Send your CV and a short note on the one thing you would do to make LIMIN Southbank the #1 destination in London this summer.

B Kitchen is a fast-growing food retail company working in partnership with Tesco supermarkets. Our offer includes hot food, fresh salads, burritos, and freshly squeezed orange juice. With fourteen new branches launching over the next two months, we are looking for a Multi-Site Manager to support our rapid expansion. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business where your ideas and leadership will make a real impact. Key Responsibilities: • Oversee multiple branches and ensure strong operational performance, • Manage audit results and drive sales performance, • Lead, support, and develop in-store teams, • Maintain brand standards across all locations, • Build and maintain strong relationships with Tesco partners, • Provide hands-on support across sites, including stepping into kitchen roles and covering shifts where needed to ensure smooth operations Requirements: • Previous management experience across one or more sites (essential), • Hands-on leadership style with strong problem-solving skills, • Ability to lead teams effectively and ensure consistent execution of policies, • Professional and motivating approach to team management, • Confident using Google Drive, Outlook, and similar tools, • Strong knowledge of food safety and health & safety standards, • Flexible and adaptable to business needs Salary & Benefits: • Starting salary: £35,000, • Increase to £38,000 upon successful completion of probation, • Up to £4,000 annual bonus upon full sign-off, • Earn an extra day of holiday for every year you work with us, up to a maximum of 33 days per year If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, we’d love to hear from you.

eneral Manager – Emerald Hospitality Group (Central London) Emerald Hospitality Group is a collection of vibrant, design-led restaurants across London, delivering high-quality dining experiences with strong commercial performance. We are currently seeking a passionate and driven General Manager to lead one of our flagship venues. This is a key leadership role for a hands-on operator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering excellence across guest experience, team development, and financial performance. What we offer £50,000 per year Weekly sales incentives Paid holiday allowance, with your birthday guaranteed off Staff meals on duty Ongoing training and career development across the group The opportunity to grow within an ambitious and expanding hospitality business The role Lead day-to-day operations of a high-volume, quality-driven restaurant Drive sales, profitability, and cost control across all areas of the business Build, develop, and inspire a strong front-of-house team Maintain exceptional service standards and guest experience Ensure full compliance with health & safety and operational procedures Work closely with senior leadership on performance and strategy What we’re looking for Proven experience as a General Manager or strong Deputy ready to step up A hands-on leader who leads from the front Strong understanding of P&L, labour control, and KPI management Passion for hospitality, food, and creating memorable guest experiences Resilient, energetic, and commercially driven Apply today to become part of Emerald Hospitality Group and take the next step in your leadership journey.

Opening at the beginning of May, Astha’s is a new cafe and restaurant in St Johns Wood, serving home-style Indian breakfast and lunch dishes with a British influence. We’re on the lookout for passionate and skilled people to join our opening team and are recruiting for an experienced, proactive full-time Cafe Manager to start immediately. This is a hands-on role for someone who’s confident running the day-to-day operations of a cafe - from managing rotas and maintaining stock levels to making sure the team is working well and customers are looked after. You will work closely with co-owner Astha, who for the first few months will be focused on the kitchen. We are a small startup team, so experience working in a specialty cafe is essential; we can provide external training where needed, but you need to be barista trained and comfortable with all aspects of coffee. Some requirements... • Proven experience, ideally within a café (or similar) setting with team management, • Happy to work weekends during our first six months, • Passionate about working with specialty coffee and quality food, • Confident understanding of dialling in, extraction, steaming and latte art, • A communicative team player who is eager to support and uplift their peers, • Strong organisational skills, with the ability to multitask, • Be flexible, dependable and self-motivated Your duties... • Focus on delivering outstanding customer service by engaging with customers and address any concerns promptly, • Supervise, manage and motivate a small team to create a positive working environment, • Hot & cold beverage preparation, • Efficient rota and shift planning, • Stock & supplier management (chemicals/coffee/packaging), • Staff management & recruitment, • Organising equipment maintenance & servicing, • Oversee Food & Health Safety protocols and ensure compliance with health regulations at all times. Benefits • Competitive salary, • Staff meal & unlimited coffee when on shift, • Daytime only, • The chance to help shape a new neighbourhood cafe from the beginning

The Pachamama Family proudly delivers exceptional guest experiences across our venues in central London. Since our founding in October 2014, Pachamama Group has been on a mission to introduce inspiring hospitality concepts across the globe, doing it our way and making the impossible possible. Each of our restaurant concepts is thoughtfully crafted to transport guests to diverse locales, offering unique culinary experiences in unforgettable environments. At its heart, Soraya is about sharing. Soraya, coming into London mid-June 2026, offers guests an exceptional culinary experience, celebrating the rich and vibrant flavours of Persian cuisine in an exquisite setting. Soraya's menu is a testament to meticulous craftsmanship, designed to delight and encourage communal feasting. Signature dishes such as Mast O Khair, Lamb Koobideh, Chicken Joujeh, and Ghaymeh Bedemjan highlight traditional Persian recipes, while innovative plates showcase the team's genius. As an 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. Your main responsibilities will include: • Lead, motivate, and support the front-of-house team to deliver high service standards, • Assist with recruitment, onboarding, training, and ongoing development of staff, • Conduct pre-service briefings and provide continuous coaching and performance feedback, • Ensure smooth day-to-day service by coordinating with kitchen and bar teams, • Deliver exceptional guest experiences and handle complaints professionally, • Maintain strong menu knowledge to support service quality and team guidance, • Monitor guest satisfaction and drive upselling opportunities, • Support the Restaurant Manager with scheduling, staffing, and operational needs, • Step in during busy periods to assist the team and maintain service flow We Offer: • Attractive salary based on your skills and experience, • Full Service Charge distribution, • Referral scheme with a £300 bonus for a successful candidate, • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all employees, • Generous staff discount at all group's restaurants, • 28 days of holiday for a full-time employee, ensuring a balanced professional and personal life 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, • Stream access, allowing you to stream up to 50% of your earnings at any time, • Pension scheme with a 3% employer contribution, • Opportunities for career development, with regular appraisals to discuss progress and perspectives If this sounds of interest to you, please apply. Come grow with us at Pachamama Group! This is your chance to take part in an exciting new opening.