Assistant General Manager

Assistant General Manager

Boxcar Bread and WineAre you a hospitality leader who thrives in all-day dining spacesfrom early-morning flat whites and pastries, to brunch buzz and evening wine moments? Do you bring energy, attention to detail, and a guest-first mindset that inspires those around you? If youre ready to help lead a dynamic, independent venue and shape the guest experience from open to close, wed love to hear from you.As Assistant General Manager, youll:Work closely with the General Manager to run day-to-day operations, stepping up to lead the site in their absence.Support and coach a small, passionate teamnurturing high standards and professional growth.Bring fresh ideas and focus to everything from service flows and daily specials to team culture and guest engagement.Be part of a company that values collaboration, independence, and quality in every detail.Enjoy a mix of daytime and evening service across our all-day offeringfrom coffee, pastries and brunch to wine and small plates.Your Key ResponsibilitiesLead by example on the floor, driving standards in service, hospitality, and atmosphere across every shift.Support recruitment, training and coaching of the team to ensure confidence, consistency, and professionalism.Build meaningful relationships with our loyal local guests, ensuring they feel recognised and valued every time.Take ownership of daily operations, including stock, rotas, reporting, and guest feedback.Collaborate with the GM and owners to continually refine and improve the guest experience.What Youll BringProven experience as a Manager in a quality-led, all-day hospitality space.Strong leadership and people skillsmotivating and guiding a small team to deliver exceptional service.Confidence in both daytime and evening operations, from coffee knowledge to wine recommendations.A natural eye for detail, excellent communication, and a proactive, hands-on approach.The ability to balance guest experience, team morale, and operational priorities with a calm, solutions-focused mindset.Experience working in or with owner-operated businesses is a plusable to adapt quickly and thrive in fast-paced environments.What We OfferA competitive salary package based on your experience.A respectful, tight-knit team culture where your voice and input matter.A chance to grow with a respected independent hospitality group that champions creativity and quality.Staff meals, discounts across our venues, and meaningful development ..... full job details .....