general manager London, England
Job description
We’re looking for an General Manager to join our Afrikana family…..
Afrikana
We are in the business of showing people an amazing time. Its important for us to do it right, make it easy to be a team member and fun to be part of the Afrikana family. From applying to be part of the Afrikana family, through the interview process and well beyond your initial 6 - 8 week training period.
We believe in going that extra mile from the start to finish making sure you love WORKING WITH US.
Everyone wants to grow and progress in their careers & there is always progression with us. We want you to develop into your next role with us.
All you have to do is apply and the fun starts there.
What we offer…
- Competitive rates of pay
- Team food menu
- 50% discount at our restaurants for you & up to 4 friends
- Development opportunities
- Performance bonus
- Team incentives every month
- Contract for 48 hours a week over 5 days
- Full training and development provided
- Uniform provided
- Progression opportunities - new restaurant openings and promotions
- Great working environment – our team are great at making new starters feel welcome
- Opportunity to join a rapidly growing company
Responsibilities Include:
Driving sales, P&L responsibilities, Stock taking, Recruitment, Running a large team to name a few.
As a General Manager you will…
- Friendly, personable, confident individuals, with a committed work ethic and a passion for portraying the fun, household brand we’ve grown to be, to join the Afrikana family as we expand.
- As the role of General Restaurant Manager at Afrikana, you will be responsible for the smooth and professional operation of your location, ensuring that all tasks associated with the daily running of the restaurant are always carried out to a high standard.
- You will be in charge of developing your team with the aim of establishing a solid reputation for great food and service within the city.
- The role includes, but isn’t limited to, organising rotas, maintaining stock control, cash handling, monitoring standard and pace of service to drive sales, staff management and appraisals. You will be obligated to fulfil daily duties and tasks and ensure the Supervisors and Front of House staff are briefed and prepared.
- You will receive full training and have support of an Assistant Manger to make your store the best it can be.
- You will have amazing communication skills, and experience mentoring and developing your team.
- You will enjoy training and developing people and making sure they achieve their best work whilst they’re on shift.
- You will possess a strong commercial awareness, with financial accountability experience across restaurant operations.
- You will also have a clear sense of passion and ambition, and plenty of experience working in hospitality.
Schedule
- 8 hour shifts
- 10 hour shifts
- Day shifts
- Night shifts
- Weekends
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Performance bonus
- Yearly bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- General Manager: 2 years (preferred)
- Restaurant management: 2 years (preferred)
- Bar management: 2 years (preferred)
- Hospitality: 4 years (preferred)
- Customer service: 4 years (preferred)
- Management: 4 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: General Manager
