Assistant General Manager

Were on hunt for the best in the biz to join our fast paced team. We provide a culture where you can learn each day, develop your skills through training programmes and meet awesome people along the way as well as have fun! But first of all, here is a little bit about us. Howies is a family owned restaurant collection with 3 locations in the city of Edinburgh, established in 1990 & growing strong. Our ethos; seasonal, local & sustainable. Howies Waterloo Place is fast paced, our bustling "mother ship" restaurant. Our team is customer focused and enjoys fun along the way with most of the team having been with us at least 3 years! We are proud to be recommended as Traveller's Choice Best of the Best on Trip Advisor. We are recruiting an experienced assistant general manager, you will be supporting our General Manager with the day-to -day running of our busy city centre restaurant. Your Role & Responsibilities (not limited to):

• To assist in the running of the business with the passion as though it was your own business & take control in the absence of the general manager
• Leading the team to deliver exceptional customer service and maintain Howies high standards.
• Controlling costs & attempting to increase turnover at all times
• Day to day runnings of business opening, closing, cash handling, accounts management
• Managing costs & controlling wet/food GP margins Applicants must have: 2 years experience in a similar assistant manager role Hold good knowledge of drinks; including wine, spirits, cocktails, & a license holder. Knowledge about menus, seasonality, including allergens, food safety Great leadership skills and enjoy working as part of a team in a social environment. Excellent communication skills What We Offer: Competitive Salary & Excellent Tips (up to £12k in tips annually, paid daily) 4-Day Work Week Proven Processes and Support Systems to manage your department Free Staff Meals on shift Training, Development & Personal Growth through a Personal Development Plan Regular Events & Team Activities Benefits: Bonus Payment Scheme after a successful 6 months with the company Mental Health & Wellbeing Support Financial Wellbeing Assistance Flexible Working Hours Additional Holidays for long service at 1/3/5 years Company Discounts for team member dining Workplace Pension Overtime Review every 13 weeks Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £33,000.00 per year Additional pay: Bonus scheme Tips Benefits: Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Schedule: 10 hour shift 12 hour shift 8 hour shift Weekend availability TPBN1_UKCT