Job Description

Barge East and Barge East Gardens

have taken London by storm, becoming one of London's top-rated best food and drink destinations. Some of our accolades include :

2 AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence 360 Guide Sustainability Award 2021 Catey Award for Best Newcomer 2024 Bar Magazine Best UK Dining Concept Tripadvisor's Travellers' Choice awards in 2020, 2021 and 2022
We are located in the heart of East London in the iconic Olympic Park. Our offering comprises our restaurant, situated on a historic 128-year-old Dutch barge and our riverside Gardens becoming one of London's finest garden venues.

We are dedicated to independence, local appreciation, and sustainability in all aspects of our operation. For more information, visit .

We are currently seeking a new

Restaurant Manager

to lead our restaurant and create incredible customer experiences at Barge East. You need to possess strong leadership and management skills and be an enthusiastic, people focused person who is aligned with the values and ethos of Barge East.

The restaurant is currently open 4 days a week (Thursdays-Sundays) until December where we will move to a 7 day operation. Your role will be strictly service based between these hours.

Responsibilities

Oversee day to day operations for the Restaurant including stock management, cost control and drinks menu development Work with the General Manager to develop and implement growth strategies Aid with recruiting and onboarding supervisors and FOH staff Evaluate performance and productivity and PnL mgmt. Identify, develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers Implement, monitor, adhere to, and enforce compliance in line with company standards and policies.

Qualification / Experience

2 Year (Minimum) at managing a high quality restaurant 2 Years demonstrable management experience Strong alcohol knowledge (wine & cocktails) Strong business knowledge with HR, Marketing, Budgeting and Finance experience Stock ordering/control experience Experience with POS and booking systems

Skills

Meticulous attention to detail Keen interest in sustainability Problem solving & being able to think on your feet Strong analytical and forecasting skills Strong leadership and management skills Excellent written and spoken communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills Strong organisational skills Ability to motivate and develop a team

Benefits

Great work culture and friendly staff team 28 days annual allowance Company pension scheme Regular staff events Opportunity for personal development, training and growth opportunities 50% staff discount across Restaurant and Gardens and partner business Skuna Boats Pay-on-demand Annual KPI based bonus Supplier trips Annual away day
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000- 40,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme Performance bonus Tips
Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Sick pay Transport links
Schedule:

10-12 hour shifts Every weekend Thursday-Sunday
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 34,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Performance bonus Tips
Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Discounted or free food Employee discount On-site parking Sick pay Transport links
Schedule:

Weekend availability
Application question(s):

What has been your best hospitality experience, as a guest?
Work Location: In person