Assistant Manager – GRIND Café, London WaterlooHours: 40 per week (variable shifts) Contract: Full-time Salary: £40,000 Compass BenefitsAre you ready to bring the energy, the buzz, and the Grind magic to one of London's most exciting café and bar locations?Grind isn't just a coffee spot — it's an all‑day, all‑night vibe. From early‑morning flat whites to late‑night cocktails, we keep London moving, shaking and caffeinating. Now we're looking for a passionate, hands‑on Assistant Manager to help lead the charge and support our management team in delivering the iconic Grind experience.This is your chance to step into a high‑profile role, grow your leadership skills, and be part of a brand that's as fast‑paced and exciting as the city itself — all backed by the stability, development and benefits of Compass Group.About Life at Grind x CompassAs an Assistant Manager, you're the heartbeat of the floor. You'll work full‑time across variable shifts, supporting the General Manager to run a high‑traffic, high‑energy site with style.You'll get the best of both worlds:The creativity, culture and buzz of GrindThe career pathways, training and benefits of Compass Group, the UK's largest food and support services companyWhat You'll Be Doing: The Fun & FlairVibe Co‑Pilot:Support the GM in leading, motivating and inspiring the team to deliver the legendary Grind service that turns guests into superfans.Day‑to‑Night Dynamo:Help manage the seamless shift from morning café culture to evening bar energy — keeping operations smooth, fun and full of personality.Service Champion:Be the face of the floor. Drive service standards, jump in where needed, and keep the energy high from open to close.Team Builder:Coach, support and develop the Front of House team, helping every person grow their skills and confidence.Operational Pro:Take responsibility for opening and closing, daily briefings, stock support, and ensuring the site runs like a well‑oiled (and well‑caffeinated) machine.Guest Hero:Engage with guests, solve problems with a smile, and create the warm, electric atmosphere Grind is known for.What You'll Bring: Your Grind DNAHands‑On Hospitality Experience:You've led teams in a busy café, bar or casual dining environment and you thrive in the buzz.People‑First Leadership:You love developing others, building strong relationships and creating a positive, inclusive team culture.Calm Under Pressure:Busy service? No problem. You stay cool, focused and solutions‑driven.A Passion for Service:You bring energy, personality and pride to every shift — and you lead by example.Ambition & Drive:You're ready to grow, ready to learn, and ready to make your mark on a high‑growth, premium brand.The Perks: Grind Style, Compass BackingWorking with Grind and Compass unlocks a benefits package designed to support your life, your wellbeing and your career:Work-Life Balance: Enhanced parental leave the option to buy extra holidayCompass Benefits Hub: Discounts on shopping, cinema, tech, travel and moreCareer Growth: Access to huge development pathways across Compass GroupWellbeing Support: Mental health resources and Employee Assistance ProgrammeReady to bring the vibe, lead the team, and help run one of London's most exciting café-bar spaces?Let's make great coffee, great cocktails and great memories — together.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 schemeGrow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmesQuick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefitsExclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many moreSave money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury\'s, Morrisons and many moreUp to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbusterReceive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brandsUn-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classesYou can share all discounts and offers with your friends and familiesAbout UsAs part of Compass you\'ll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK\'s biggest businesses.Job Reference: com/1912/43458001/52782213/SU One RetailCompass 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!