Assistant General Manager

Assistant General Manager – Premium Restaurant & Club Isle of Wight £60,000 (Base Tronc) This is a rare opportunity to join a high-energy, seasonal beach club and lifestyle venue on the Isle of Wight. Trading from March through October, the business turns over £6m net, with peak weeks in summer reaching £300–350k net. With a team of 130, the role is fast-paced, hands-on, and perfect for someone who thrives in a lively, service-focused environment. This isn’t a corporate role – it’s all about service, leadership, and delivering an exceptional guest experience. If you’re ready to take the reins in a busy, high-profile venue and make your mark, this is the role for you. The Role: Lead a team of 50 staff, ensuring standards, training, and service excellence are consistently delivered Be GM-ready within 12 months – this is a clear path to senior leadership as the group plans to expand and they are EPIC Work closely on operations, service, and wine service – fine dining standards on a beach Get things done – this role is operational, visible, and hands-on, with admin kept light Manage peak-season intensity: summer weeks see 600 covers a day, with quieter winter months for local guests Be highly organised and commercially aware, driving efficiency and standards throughout the business The Person: Minimum 3 years in a senior manager role (GM or AGM level) High-volume experience and a love for lively, busy environments – you know to have Fun Strong wine knowledge High energy, hands-on, and ready to lead a team Drivers licence essential Must live on the Isle of Wight or be willing to relocate – perfect for someone looking for a lifestyle change from London or similar Perks & Lifestyle: • Full-time contract with 28 days holiday per year • Extended breaks mid-November to mid-January • Pre-opening office/training hours mid-January to March Get in touch – kate@corecruitment.com

Location: Isle Of Wight, UK, GB

Posted Date: 11/16/2025