La Nonna is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Assistant Manager to join our team in London! If you have a proven track record in delivering exceptional guest experiences and a genuine interest in the art of crafted pasta, we encourage you to explore this exciting opportunity. At La Nonna, every day brings a new experience. As our Assistant General Manager, you will work closely with the General Manager in overseeing all facets of our London venue. This includes the direction and coordination of daily operations, financial oversight, ensuring adherence to building regulations, and playing a key role in our People & Culture initiatives. Your responsibilities will also encompass: - Providing strong leadership and support to the General Manager. - Managing staff rotas and collaborating with Business Development on scheduling for both regular service and corporate events. - Implementing operational strategies aimed at maximizing guest satisfaction, with a focus on achieving a five-star entertainment experience and driving positive social media engagement. - Taking ownership of health and safety standards, ensuring compliance, delivering training, conducting risk assessments, and serving as a primary first aider during your shifts. - Partnering with our People and Culture team on all aspects of the employee journey, fostering positive employee relations, and supporting team development to enhance our venue's culture. - Managing procurement processes, building strong relationships with our suppliers and contractors, and overseeing stock control. - Continuously seeking opportunities for improvement across all areas of the business, including people management, financial performance, health and safety protocols, and service excellence. We are looking for a passionate individual who is ready to take on a rewarding challenge and contribute to the success of La Nonna.
This role is ideal for someone with a strong marketing background in the hospitality or restaurant industry, who also has a flair for business development and enjoys building B2B relationships in hospitality. You’ll be responsible for promoting both our restaurants and catering services, conducting market research, and managing sales and marketing activities from end to end. In addition to your core responsibilities, you will also support the management team in day-to-day restaurant operations when needed, ensuring a seamless alignment between marketing initiatives and front-of-house experiences. ⸻ Key Responsibilities Marketing (Restaurant & Catering): • Develop and implement integrated marketing strategies for both dine-in and catering services. • Plan and execute digital campaigns across social media, email marketing, and online advertising platforms. • Manage content creation for Instagram, website, menus, and print materials. • Track and analyse marketing KPIs, customer engagement, and return on investment. • Conduct market research to identify trends, target audiences, and competitor insights. • Build and maintain relationships with corporate clients, event planners, universities, and local businesses. • Organise and attend industry events, tastings, and meetings to generate leads. • Manage the full sales funnel — from inquiries and quotations to follow-ups and client feedback. Operational Support: • Collaborate with the management team to align marketing strategies with operational goals. • Provide hands-on support during peak times and special events, helping ensure a smooth guest experience. ⸻ Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Hospitality Management, or Tourism Management (preferably from a recognised university). • Fluency in English (spoken and written). • Minimum 3 years of experience in a marketing and/or sales role within the hospitality, restaurant, or catering industry. • Strong communication, negotiation, and client relationship skills. • Proficiency in digital marketing tools such as Meta Business Suite, Mailchimp, Google Ads, and Canva. • Highly organised, detail-oriented, and results-driven.
Overview Buy & Bite is hiring a strategic and results-driven Commercial Manager to lead business growth for our modern Asian restaurant. The Commercial Manager will be responsible for developing new revenue streams, such as corporate catering, and local business collaborations. This role will also oversee marketing, profit optimization, and team performance support to drive overall business advancement Key Responsibilities · Identify business opportunities such as corporate catering, delivery platform partnerships, and event-based food services; · Maintain and enhance cooperation with existing delivery platforms, and drive the growth of the restaurant’s delivery business; · Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to propose growth strategies tailored to the store; · Negotiate contract terms with corporate clients and suppliers; · Coordinate the delivery process to ensure service quality meets required standards; · Set sales targets and monitor team performance to ensure goals are met; · Work closely with operations, front-of-house, and delivery teams to ensure smooth service delivery and brand-standard compliance; · Review client payment terms and account status to ensure stable cash flow for the store; · Support brand marketing initiatives by executing local campaigns, neighborhood promotions, and corporate sampling activities; · Provide localized content and promotional suggestions in line with brand guidelines and social media policies. · Manage day-to-day operations of the restaurant, including staffing, inventory, cleanliness, and service flow Requirements · A minimum of a bachelor's degree · Previous experience in restaurant or café management, preferably in fast-casual or Asian cuisine concepts · Strong leadership and team management skills · Excellent communication and organisational abilities · Familiarity HungryPanda platform operations · Fluent in English and Mandarin (or Cantonese). · Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and peak periods