Assistant General Manager - New Restaurant Opening - Cantonese comfort food
Location: The Strand / Waterloo Bridge, London
Salary: Up to £45,000 +
Schedule: 48 hours/week – includes evenings, weekends & bank holidays
A much-anticipated new Cantonese home-cooking restaurant is preparing to open its flagship site in one of London’s most iconic landmark buildings. Rooted in heritage and built with a contemporary spirit, this premium casual concept will offer an honest, soulful menu inspired by the warmth of a family table, elevated with refined hospitality and thoughtful innovation.
Previous experience with Cantonese cuisine is NOT essential!!! A love of hospitality and team development is most certainly a vital trait.
With a restaurant, bar, and private dining, the venue will be a destination for those who crave meaningful food experiences in beautiful surroundings, especially when you don’t have a Chinese friend who’ll cook for you at home.
We’re looking for an experienced Assistant General Manager to help launch this unique concept and play a key role in shaping its future. This is a rare opportunity to join a project at its inception and be part of something truly special.
✨ Who You Are:
✅ Proven experience in restaurant leadership roles
✅ A hands-on leader who inspires and motivates teams
✅ Passionate about food, people, and creating memorable guest experiences
✅ Calm under pressure with sharp attention to detail
✅ Comfortable with the numbers – basic P&L, labour tracking, and cost control
✅ Eager to grow with the brand and help it evolve
🔑 Key Responsibilities:
• Support the General Manager in the day-to-day running of the business
• Lead service and uphold consistently high standards across all areas
• Step into full operational leadership in the GM’s absence
• Build, train, and nurture a high-performing front-of-house team
• Resolve guest concerns with care, speed, and professionalism
• Uphold safety, hygiene, and operational best practices at all times
• Contribute to financial reporting and performance tracking
If you're looking for your next big challenge and want to be part of an exciting, values-driven opening in the heart of London — we’d love to hear from you.
🔗 Apply now or message us directly for a confidential conversation.