Assistant General Manager

Revolution Bars Group; Leicester; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant hospitality group in Leicester seeks an Assistant General Manager to lead a dynamic team and ensure exceptional guest experiences. You will manage operations, mentor staff, and coordinate business performance while maintaining high service standards. Ideal candidates have bar management experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. The role offers a competitive salary with a bonus structure, development opportunities, and comprehensive benefits including generous annual leave and wellbeing support.

Benefits

Competitive salary + bonus

50% off food & drink when off duty

33 days annual leave (inc. Bank Holidays)

Enhanced Sick Pay & Maternity/Paternity Schemes

Life Assurance

Mental health & wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in bar management with a hands-on, people-first approach.
• Ability to energise, support, and develop your team.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and ensure operations run smoothly.
• Coach and hype the team for exceptional service.
• Manage P&L and compliance effectively.
• Identify areas for improvement and lead change.

Skills

Bar management experience

Leadership skills

Calm under pressure

Operational thinking

Attention to detail

Commercial savvy

Job description

AssistantGeneral Manager - Revolution

Salary: £34,000+ 50% OTE Bonus

Ready to step into a leadership role that’s all about energy, impact, and unforgettable moments? The Assistant General Manager at Revolution is the engine room of the bar—leading from the front, supporting the crew, and making sure every shift is smooth, slick, and full of Revs Moments.

If you're the kind of person who thrives in fast-paced environments, loves coaching others, and knows how to drive both vibe and performance—this one's for you.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Running the show (with your GM by your side): You’ll take the reins when needed, leading brilliant shifts, making smart calls on the fly, and making sure operations are tight from open to close.
• Leading the team: You’ll coach, support, and hype your crew to deliver standout service and smash guest expectations every time.
• Creating Revs Moments: You’ll inspire your team to seek opportunities for those unexpected touches that make nights legendary.
• Handling business like a boss: From P&L and rotas to compliance and stock—you get the numbers and know how to use them to boost performance.
• Always improving: You see where things can be better and you’re not afraid to shake things up, push boundaries, and lead change.

What You’ll Bring to the Table:

• Experience in bar management with a hands‑on, people‑first approach
• Leadership that energises, supports, and develops everyone around you
• A cool head under pressure—when the heat is on, you’re calm, clear, and in control
• Sharp operational thinking—you know how to make everything tick like clockwork
• An eye for detail and a drive to deliver top‑tier service every single time
• Commercial savvy—you understand the levers that make a business thrive

What You’ll Get in Return:

• Competitive salary + bonus
• Real development—support to level up into a General Manager role
• 50% off food & drink when you're off duty
• 33 days annual leave (inc. Bank Holidays)
• Enhanced Sick Pay & Maternity/Paternity Schemes
• Life Assurance
• Mental health & wellbeing support (we got your back)
• A culture that celebrates individuality, fun, creativity, and mega guest experiences

This isn’t just a support act to the GM—this is your show too. You’re the calm in the chaos, the motivator when things get tough, and the leader who turns busy nights into seamless wins. You help shape the culture, elevate the team, and deliver the kind of guest experience that keeps the stories flowing long after closing time.

As an Equal Opportunities employer, we take pride in our teams being truly inclusive and diverse, and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply

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