Job Description

General Manager - Alley Cats

Up to 45,000 per annual including tronc

Central London Location

About Us:

Alley Cat's Pizzeria is a vibrant and bustling pizzeria known for its delicious New York style pizzas and energetic atmosphere.

Position Overview:

As the General Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the successful ongoing operations of our restaurants, with the exciting opportunity to move to a new opening location after a couple months of training. We're looking for someone with previous experience in new restaurant openings and a strong background in Italian cuisine to ensure our new location meets the high standards set by our original venue. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the restaurant, from front-of-house operations to staff recruitment and training, while reporting directly to the Regional Manager.

Responsibilities:

Lead the pre-opening preparations, including hiring and training staff, setting up systems and procedures, and ensuring the restaurant is ready for a successful launch Work closely with the Regional Manager to develop and implement strategies to meet sales targets and operational goals Manage day-to-day operations, including scheduling, inventory management, and quality control, to ensure smooth and efficient service Provide hands-on leadership and support to front-of-house staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment Uphold Alley Cat's Pizzeria's standards of food quality, presentation, and customer service at all times Monitor and analyse financial performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions as needed Build and maintain relationships with customers, suppliers, and the local community to drive business growth and brand loyalty

Requirements:

Previous experience as a General Manager in the restaurant industry, with a proven track record of success in new restaurant openings Strong knowledge and passion for Italian cuisine, including experience working with pizza Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and remain calm under stress Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed Must have reliable transportation and be willing to travel as required
Competitive annual salary and tronc bonus A free staff meal on shift 50% discount on food and drink People's Pension scheme contribution after 3 months Recommend a friend scheme with great bonuses per individual referral A fast-track career progression and CPL training 28 Days paid holiday per year, inclusive of Bank Holidays INDMANAGE