Assistant General ManagerBuck’s Bar, Hanover Street, Edinburgh
£36,442 base salary + £10,000+ annual TRONC
Typical earnings of £45,000+ OTE
£175–£200+ in weekly gratuities
Ready to lead from the front?
Buck’s Bar is looking for a passionate, driven Assistant General Manager to join our Hanover Street team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in one of Scotland’s fastest-growing independent restaurant groups.
We’re known for authentic buttermilk fried chicken, great drinks, loud rock ’n’ roll and unforgettable hospitality. Our restaurants are busy, energetic and high-volume—so we need a hands-on leader who thrives under pressure and knows how to get the best from their team.
What’s in it for you?
- £36,442 base salary
- £175–£200+ weekly gratuities/TRONC—typically worth £10,000+ per year
- Typical total earnings of £45,000+
- Annual salary reviews
- 25% staff discount across all our venues
- Monthly staff incentives and prizes
- Complimentary meals while on shift
- Genuine progression opportunities within a growing independent company
What we’re looking for
You’ll be someone who:
- Leads from the front and stays hands-on during busy services
- Creates memorable guest experiences and puts customers first
- Has at least one year’s experience as an Assistant General Manager or Senior Supervisor in a high-volume restaurant or bar
- Confidently manages stock, labour and controllable costs
- Solves problems proactively and brings a positive, can-do attitude
- Inspires, motivates and develops the people around them
- Has a genuine passion for hospitality, coaching and team development
What you’ll be doing
- Overseeing the day-to-day running of the restaurant
- Maintaining consistently high standards of food, drink and service
- Training, supporting and motivating team members
- Leading floor and kitchen operations during busy services
- Managing guest feedback professionally and effectively
- Ensuring food-safety, cleanliness and compliance standards are met
- Working closely with senior management to drive performance, standards and profitability
Why Buck’s Bar?
We’ve been independently owned and growing since 2008. We’re serious about developing great people, promoting from within and giving our managers the confidence to make decisions and lead.
With continued expansion ahead, there’s never been a better time to join us.
Think you’ve got what it takes? Apply now for an immediate interview.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £36,442.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Store discount
Experience:
- Assistant General Manager: 1 year (preferred)
- Restaurant management: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
- Personal Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
