Assistant General Manager

Hoppers King's Cross are seeking a Assistant General Manager to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Assistant General Manager looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group.The RestaurantHoppers the much talked about, fast paced Sri Lankan restaurant. We are looking for team members who can come on-board to our award-winning concept inspired by the food of Tamil Nadu and Sri Lanka. We serve our London twist on hoppers, dosas, kothus and roasts. Complimented by a tropical drinks list with Genever and Arrack at its heart. Our people are a big part of what we do, helping to translate the cuisine and always going above and beyond to make sure our guests have a fantastic experience. It’s what makes us different. Being part of the Hoppers family requires commitment, charm, confidence and an eagerness to learnThe PositionAs Assistant General Manager, you will be a hands-on, proactive and enthusiastic leader, injecting your personality into your work and inspiring the team to deliver a warm and memorable guest experience. You will continually commit to the highest standards of service and operations, and working closely with the senior management team, you will be responsible for the overall performance of the front of house team, managing financials, recruitment and team development, stock management and health and safety..As Assistant General Manager, you will be responsible for:Overseeing a large restaurant team and ensuring the running of a smooth serviceWelcoming and attending to guests with an exceptional level of care and service, ensuring that they leave with a positive and memorable experienceInspiring, motivating and training waiting staff to deliver the highest levels of serviceCarrying out all opening and closing procedureThe successful Assistant General Manager will have:Previous experience as a Assistant General Manager or Restaurant Manager ready to take on more responsibilityWarm and welcoming persona, along with a hands-on approach to work and impeccable attention to detailProven ability to lead, train and inspire a teamPassion for hospitality and a good knowledge of food and beverageEagerness to learn and develop your career within an award-winning restaurant groupBenefits & CultureOur team is the most important part of our business, translating our passion for genuine hospitality to our guests every day. We are proud to work with industry-leading talent and recognise the importance of offering our teams the tools, guidance and experience necessary to build confidence and grow.We encourage you to bring your whole self to work and celebrate the skills and characteristics that make you unique. Your commitment to be kind and work hard comes with a range of benefits such as:Treat YourselfUp to 50% off dining across JKS RestaurantRetail & Takeaway DiscountCode App MembershipLook After YourselfDiscounted Gym MembershipWagestream – stream your pay earlierCompany Donations for your involvement with CharityEmployee Assistance ProgramAccess to Financial AdviceWedding Gift & New-born Care Package " Celebrating your big occasionsSeason Ticket LoanProgress YourselfAccess to our fantastic L&D CalendarA personalised learning & development plan to develop your skills and knowledgeCareer progression with a fast-growing, critically acclaimed restaurant groupBe YourselfAdditional holiday for every year with us (rising to 30 days)Employee referral scheme - paying up to £600 per referralStaff parties & long service awardsThe GroupJKS Restaurants was founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam, and Sunaina Sethi in November 2008. Since its inception, the group has received critical acclaim and industry recognition, including 6 Michelin stars, 4 Michelin Bib Gourmands, a restaurant ranked among the World’s 100 Best Restaurants, and a spot in the Sunday Times Best 100 Places to Work 2024. The JKS portfolio currently features Michelin-starred restaurants such as Trishna, Gymkhana, Kitchen Table and Sabor, along with cult favourites Hoppers, Brigadiers, Berenjak, Plaza Khao Gaeng, Speedboat Bar, Bibi, and Ambassadors Clubhouse. Pubs include The Cadogan Arms, The George and The Hound. JKS Restaurants offers a unique opportunity to pursue a career in fine dining or to develop within trend-focused casual cuisine, with opportunities across all disciplines for those looking to advance their careers within a people-focused, collaborative hospitality group.