The Company - Tombo Japanese Restaurant and Cafes.

The Restaurant - Tombo Japanese Restaurant and Matcha Bar South Kensington (tombocafe.com, @tombo_london)

Ambitious and expanding cafe group, we currently have a popular and established restaurant in South Kensington and cafes in Soho and Fitzrovia with plans to roll out new sites across London.

We’re a customer service and a people-focused business with a wonderful Japanese food offer, including an award winning range of matcha, tea and desserts.

Tombo South Kensington, is our flagship restauarant that specialises in healthy casual Japanese cuisine and specialist matcha green tea drinks and desserts.
The Role:
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Manager to assist the General Manager in the smooth running of Tombo South Kensington.
- Lead and run cafe when GM is not present.
- Be an expert in making our delicious and unique green tea matcha drinks and desserts.
- Have strong understanding of all site operations and be able to help in multiple sections when required (drinks, till, service)
- Lead the service and manage the team especially during peak periods.
- Attract new customers and retain loyal ones.
- Help reach daily targets
- Ensure healthy and safety regulations are monitored and maintained.
- Ensure smooth and effective running of restaurant at all times.
- Place orders and assist with stock take.
- Assist with Rota and labour management
The Candidate:
- At least 2 years experience in a busy cafe / restaurant.
- Knowledge of Fourth Hospitality beneficial but not essential.
- Outgoing and confident personality
- Proven leadership and team management skills.
- Ability to upsell and enjoy speaking to customers.
- Knowledge of matcha and green tea beneficial but not essential.
- Ability to make latte milk useful
- Passion for sushi and healthy eating
- Reliable, responsible and proactive.
In return for your efforts you will receive:
- A competitive annual salary + bonus
- Free meal on duty
- Attractive working hours in a friendly environment.
- Potential to grow and gain promotion in a expanding business.