Assistant General Manager

Job Details

Job Title: Assistant General Manager
Location: Near Victoria Station, London
Salary: £38,000 per year
Hours: 40 hours per week
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Assistant General Manager to join our team at a high-profile staff dining and hospitality site located near Victoria Station. This is a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment that combines high-volume service with premium hospitality standards.

You will support the General Manager in the day-to-day running of the site, taking responsibility for operations, team leadership, and client engagement. The successful candidate will be passionate about great service, operational excellence, and leading by example.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager in delivering excellent service across all food and hospitality areas
  
• Lead and supervise the front-of-house team to ensure smooth daily operations
  
• Manage staff schedules, training, and performance
  
• Maintain compliance with health and safety, food hygiene, and company policies
  
• Ensure high standards of presentation and customer experience at all times
  
• Build strong relationships with clients, customers, and staff
  
• Contribute to financial targets through effective cost control and efficient service
  

About You

• Previous experience in an Assistant Manager or similar supervisory role within staff dining, contract catering, or hospitality
  
• Strong leadership and people management skills
  
• Ability to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
  
• Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills
  
• A hands-on approach and a commitment to high standards
  
• Knowledge of food safety and health and safety legislation
  
• Flexible and adaptable with a positive attitude
  

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £38,000
  
• 40-hour working week, Monday to Friday with occasional flexibility required
  
• Opportunities for development and progression
  
• Free meals on shift and staff benefits
  
• A professional and supportive working environment in a central London location
  

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!