Assistant General Manager

Wild by Tart is looking for an experienced Assistant General Manager to join our management team.

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Set within a beautifully restored former power station in Belgravia, Wild by Tart is an independent neighbourhood restaurant and multipurpose venue, home to a restaurant, bar, events space, retail offering and photography studio. We are passionate about seasonal British produce, thoughtful cooking, low intervention wines, elegant cocktails and warm, informed hospitality.
We are fortunate to have a well-established and supportive management team and are looking for someone who will complement our culture while bringing their own ideas, experience and leadership style.
Whilst the role is primarily focused on the restaurant and bar operation, it also offers the opportunity to gain exposure to events, retail and the wider commercial aspects of the business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a dynamic and ambitious hospitality business, whilst maintaining a healthy work/life balance and working alongside a talented and collaborative team.
The candidate
The ideal candidate will have at least two years' experience as an Assistant General Manager or Senior Restaurant Manager within a high-quality restaurant environment.
You will be:
A confident manager with a developed coaching style
Driven in delivering good hospitality towards their guests and team alike
Derive joy from running a busy service
Organised, commercially aware and detail-oriented
Calm under pressure and solutions-focused
Eager to develop both yourself and those around you
The Role
As Assistant GM you will support the GM in the day-to-day leadership of the restaurant and bar, ensuring smooth operations, exceptional hospitality and strong financial performance.
You will lead, inspire and develop the front of house team in line with our values, ensuring every guest leaves having enjoyed a memorable experience. xwzovoh
Alongside the daily operation, you will take ownership of a number of commercial and operational responsibilities, including:
Weekly cash reconciliation and banking
Supporting departmental financial performance
Ensuring front of house compliance with health and safety requirements
Maintaining excellent standards of food safety, allergen awareness and fire safety training
Supporting the Bar Manager and Events Team to uphold exceptional service and hospitality standards across all areas of the business
Contributing to the ongoing growth and development of the venue
What's in it for you?
£47,000 per annum, including tronc
Balanced rota with a strong focus on work/life balance
Sunday evenings off
Generous staff discount policy
Training and development opportunities, including WSET qualifications, and hospitality training programmes
Delicious team meals
Health and wellbeing support
This role is ideal for someone who wants to join a thriving, independent business with a stable and experienced team, and play a key role in shaping the next chapter of Wild by Tart.
Pay: £47,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Referral programme
Store discount
Work Location: In person