Job Description

Hi, I'm Rotsen co-founder of El Pollote. After years of building this place with my partner Katherine, we've reached a point where we need someone to step in and lead the day-to-day operations so we can focus on the bigger picture. This isn't just a job post. It's us being real: we've built something we care deeply about, but we can't do it alone anymore so we're looking for an experienced, driven and hands-on General Manager to take charge of our Carnaby Street location and help lead

El Pollote

into its next chapter.

About El Pollote

El Pollote is a bold and unapologetic celebration of Latino flavour and street energy, served through award-winning food, vibrant cocktails and a team that brings the vibe every day. We're not a typical fried chicken joint, we're something different, something louder, something that lives and breathes passion and pride.

We're proud to be independent, immigrant-built, and flavour-first. Our food is made from scratch, our culture is rooted in Latin America and our energy comes from the streets we grew up in.

What You'll Do

o? ?Take full responsibility for day-to-day operations at our Carnaby Street restaurant.

o? ?Lead and develop our front and back-of-house teams with confidence, fairness and energy.

o? ?Manage stock, rotas, cost control and systems with precision.

o? ?Maintain high standards of hospitality, hygiene and overall customer experience.

o? ?Support recruitment, training and onboarding of new team members.

o? ?Report directly to ownership and work closely to shape the future of the business.

o? ?Help us evolve while protecting the core values that made

El Pollote

what it is.

What We're Looking For

o? ?Proven experience as a General Manager in a busy, high-pressure restaurant.

o? ?Strong leadership and communication skills, you lead by example!

o? ?A head for numbers and systems and a heart for people.

o? ?Someone comfortable taking ownership, not just following orders.

o? ?Passion for hospitality,

Latino culture

, and creating great experiences.

o? ?Fluent in English and Spanish(required for team communication).

What We're Offering

o? ?Salary: 40,000 - 45,000, depending on experience.

o? ?Performance bonus structure tied to revenue, staff retention and guest experience.

o? ?Full creative involvement in the future of the brand.

o? ?Staff meals, discounts and a role you can genuinely make your own.

o? ?A workplace where your voice matters and where we work hard but never fake it.

INTERVIEWS WILL TAKE PLACE IN JUNE

We're hoping to start the new year with the right person in place. If this sounds like a challenge you're ready for or you know someone who fits the bill, then please get in touch!

Email your CV and a few lines about yourself to

hola@elpollote.co.uk

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 40,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Performance bonus Yearly bonus
Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Sick pay
Schedule:

10 hour shift 12 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Every weekend Monday to Friday Night shift No weekends Overtime Weekend availability
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 01/06/2025