At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the General Manager in running a vibrant pub and develop your team.
- Company: Join London's biggest independent pub company with a fun, people-focused culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, discounts, and 28 days holiday.
- Other info: Enjoy annual team trips, regular socials, and a supportive family atmosphere.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a dynamic environment and grow your career with exciting opportunities.
- Qualifications: Minimum 1 year of management experience and a passion for training and mentoring.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
- Assistant Manager -
- Award Winning Pub, Bar and Restaurant Group - Quality - London
Welcome to London's biggest independent pub company !
Urban Pubs & Bars was founded in 2014 and has since expanded to an estate of over 67 pubs, bars and restaurants across London.
In 2018, Urban Pubs & Bars was ranked number 28 in the Sunday Times Virgin Atlantic Fast Track 100 list, recognising Britain's private companies with the fastest-growing sales.
We were then nominated for 2 Publican Awards in 2020, winning the award for ‘Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites’ on the night.
In 2021, Urban was awarded 'Best Food-led Pub Company 2021' at the R200 awards, Urban once again won ‘Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites’ in 2023 and most recently won ‘Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites’ and Best food offering in 2026 and In 2025 & 2026 we were recognised by Sunday Times in the Top 100 Companies to work for.
Urban Pubs, Bars and Restaurants are currently recruiting for a talented and ambitious Assistant Manager with personality & charisma for our expanding group.
With an eclectic mix of properties and new openings to suit your personality and style, this really is an exciting time to join a people focused and progressive operations led business.
St Johns Tavern an iconic British pub serving seasonal food from a wood fired grill.
We compliment our menu with a selection of outstanding cocktails, wines and craft beers.
We're found in the lively area of Archway, North London.
The Role
- As Assistant Manager you will support the General Manager in all aspects of running the venue as if it were your own business.
- Be business savvy and demonstrate great commercial understanding.
- Your team will look up to you, it's essential to train, nurture and develop your staff to maintain incredibly high standards and customer satisfaction.
- This role would also suit an aspiring Supervisor looking for their first Assistant Manager position as you will be given the opportunity to train, personally develop and progress your career as the company continues to grow.
What we looking for
- "Wear your heart on your sleave", take ownership, be bold and run the business as if it's your own
- Be cool, calm and collected, manage pressure with ease, nothing can phase you
- You’re not precious. We leave our egos at the door and help get sh*t done
- Must have minimum 1 years’ experience as a manager depending on the property being looked at
- Solid communication and organisational skills, be approachable
- Superb customer & floor service skills
- An entrepreneurial flare
- Passionate about people, training, mentoring, growing a team but most importantly, loves to have fun
What's in it for me
- A competitive salary & bonus scheme
- Training and development
- Career progression and promotion opportunities with regular new openings around the corner
- Get out and about, you automatically get 30% discount across all our pubs, bars and restaurants
- The opportunity to make strategic decisions within your business – take ownership and Be Fearless
- Annual team trips abroad, regular management incentives and socials – a fun, family atmosphere
- 28 days holiday
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Good people know good people - an awesome referral scheme up to £1000 !
- Birthdays are for celebrating, so have the day off on us
- Cycle to work scheme
- Interested in hearing more
, get in touch so we can arrange to meet up and show you around.
Assistant Manager in London employer: ST JOHNS TAVERN
Join our vibrant team as a Front of House Team Member, where your passion for hospitality and guest-first service will shine. We offer a fun, supportive work culture with ample opportunities for career progression in a rapidly expanding company, alongside competitive pay, team incentives, and a fantastic employee assistance programme. With regular socials and a strong community spirit, you'll thrive in an environment that celebrates individuality and teamwork.
