OMA + AGORA opened last year in the heart of Londons thriving Borough Market. Two restaurants in one building, where OMA is inspired by the fishing villages and shores of the Greek isles and further Levant, and AGORA is inspired by the energy of Athenss markets and streets. It is the latest project by dcco.[ SMOKESTAK, manteca ].
OMA is driven by a passion for showcasing the best of British produce. We work with the most inspiring, sustainability-driven suppliers throughout every aspect of our restaurant.
We are proud to be an independent business grounded in a purely hospitality background, and we've had a brilliant first year - being awarded a first star and Opening of the Year 2025 [ Great Britain and Northern Ireland ] by Michelin, and ranked sixth at the National Restaurant Awards 2025.
About the role.
We are looking for an experienced restaurant manager to join the OMA team.
The ideal candidate will have a natural warmth for people and feed off the adrenalin of a busy service. Working alongside a well-established management team, youll support the front of house team in ensuring we are delivering that same passion to all our guests through support and training.
Youll be a role model for all staff and spearheading what it means to run a dynamic London restaurant. Youll be a critical thinker who is always questioning if were doing things the best way possible and constantly looking for ways to drive the business forward.
Responsibilities.
* Lunch and dinner service
* Oversee staff training and employee development.
* Daily rota management and cash up.
* Regular stock take of linen and other routine restaurant material.
* Recruitment and new employee journey management.
* Routine maintenance management of the site.
* Restaurant set-up operations
* Be a bastion of our brand and lead by example.
* Ensure that guest experience is at a consistently high standard.
Requirements.
* Previous experience in a similar environment.
* A love for hospitality, food, wine and drink.
* Basic grasp of Microsoft 360 and SharePoint.
* Familiarity with software systems including Lightspeed, SevenRooms, WorkForce desirable but not essential.
We offer.
* 50% staff discount on food and beverage at all sites.
* Cycle-to-work scheme
* Cost price wine through our suppliers.
* International trips for top performers.
* In-house training dedicated to your personal development.
* Trips to meet suppliers and producers.
* Staff trip programme to meet farms, fish markets and vineyards.
* We offer qualifications, including, WSET, health and safety, food training.
* Company donations to charities our staff feel are close to home.
* Whole team staff parties.
* Wholesome staff meals, end of service drinks.
* 28 days holiday [including bank holidays] per year.
* Pension provider | The Peoples Pension.
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