Assistant General Manager – £32,500 base salary + service charge (OTE approximately £40,000) – Ancoats, Manchester

The Role

Do you have a strong background in restaurant management and a passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences? Are you looking for the next step in your career with a successful and growing business?

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant General Manager to join our critically acclaimed Mediterranean Tapas restaurant in Ancoats, Manchester.

We’re looking for a hands-on leader who can drive service standards, develop teams, and oversee daily restaurant operations. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Team Management – Lead, develop, and support the front-of-house team.
• Customer Experience – Ensure exceptional service and a welcoming atmosphere for all guests.
• Financial Management – Oversee budgets, gross profit margins, wages, and purchasing.
• Compliance & Safety – Ensure all health & safety, food hygiene, stock control, and record-keeping processes are followed.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead by example to maintain high standards of service.
• Support the General Manager in delivering business objectives.
• Motivate and train the team to provide a great customer experience.
• Monitor financial performance, ensuring efficient cost control.
• Uphold company policies and legal requirements.

The Restaurant

Canto offers modern casual food & drink in a relaxed Ancoats neighbourhood restaurant. Mediterranean tapas, sharing & social dining from the team behind El Gato Negro.

The Benefits

• Great training
• Share of service charge and tips, which are shared 100% amongst FOH and BOH teams, with service charge on average £3.00+ per hour
• Staff discount across all group sites
• Opportunity for growth and progression

The Person

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• Previous restaurant management experience in a high-volume setting.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with a focus on team development.
• A track record of delivering excellent customer service.
• Good financial and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of health & safety and food hygiene regulations.
• A proactive and results-driven mindset.

Contact information

Lindsey Coker