Job Description

We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Assistant Restaurant Manager to support the day-to-day running of our busy in-house restaurant operation. Working closely with the Restaurant Manager and senior leadership team, you will help deliver exceptional service, commercial performance and guest satisfaction in a professional corporate hospitality environment.

This role is primarily Monday to Friday, with occasional evening work to support events and business needs.

About the role

Service Operations

• Support the smooth day-to-day running of the restaurant, ensuring the floor, service areas and team are fully prepared for service and consistently maintained to a high standard.
• Lead service on the floor, ensuring seamless guest experiences, smooth communication between front and back of house, efficient table management and prompt resolution of guest requests.
• Oversee restaurant opening and closing procedures, including mise en place, bookings, guest enquiries, payments, reporting and service handovers.
• Support wider restaurant activity including basic barista duties, assisting with events and maintaining high standards of food, beverage and guest experience.

Team Leadership

• Lead by example on the floor, promoting professionalism, accountability and a positive working culture.
• Support onboarding, coaching and development of the team, reinforcing service standards, guest engagement and operational expectations.
• Assist with team organisation, section allocations and delegation to ensure smooth and efficient service.
• Provide ongoing support and feedback to help drive performance, confidence and consistency across the team.

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience in a restaurant supervisory or management role within hospitality.
• A hands-on approach with a passion for delivering exceptional hospitality.
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with confidence leading a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Food and beverage knowledge, including basic barista skills, is desirable.

Join us and be part of a team delivering exceptional hospitality in a vibrant in-house restaurant environment.

What do you get in return?

• Company Sick Pay
• Life Insurance (2 x annual salary)
• 50% discount in our restaurant and 25% off at our cafes
• Holidays increasing with length of service
• Loyalty bonuses in line with the length of service.
• One paid day off each year to get involved in any community or charity volunteering activity of your choice as we believe in the power of giving back
• Retail, Grocery and Gym Discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Refer your friend scheme
• Learning and Development Portal and further education with apprenticeship programs
• G&F Support Scheme
• Hospitality Action – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

A little bit about us

At Green & Fortune, we don’t do catering. We do moments. Memories. True hospitality from expert hands. Custom, quality, never cookie cutter.

Proudly independent and established in 2008, we bring nearly 20 years of successful events, strong partnerships, and countless moments of high-quality hospitality.

We are hands-on operators, creating tailored hospitality experiences across restaurants, cafés, bars, event venues, and workplace buildings in London.

Hospitality is about more than what’s on the menu. It’s about delivering the best experiences, the best produce, and the best moments to every guest. We are hosts, chefs, mixologists, and marketeers. Front of house and behind the scenes. Producers of unforgettable events and champions of London’s best suppliers.

We know hospitality is more than a job. It’s a lifestyle, a passion, and a vocation. That’s why we build teams who care deeply about service and take pride in creating exceptional experiences. Our team of industry experts supports and empowers every employee to grow and thrive.

Sustainability runs through everything we do, from gate to plate sourcing to reducing waste and supporting our communities. We cook seasonal, thoughtful food and care for our planet in the same way we care for our people.

Green & Fortune is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and fully support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments, please contact our People team at people@greenandfortune.co.uk

We appreciate every application received. Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.

Our ESG Commitment

We embed sustainability and responsibility into everything we do, from reducing our environmental impact to supporting our people and local communities. Caring for our people, our communities, and the planet is part of everyday life at Green & Fortune, and every team member plays a role in this.