Front of House Assistant Restaurant Manager

Exciting Opportunity: Front of House Assistant Restaurant Manager – Lead with Passion and Vision

Are you an experienced hospitality professional with a love for exceptional coffee, delicious food, and outstanding customer service? The Early Bird, a well-loved coffee shop and bakery in the heart of Kings Heath, is seeking a dynamic FOH Assistant Restaurant Manager to lead our team and drive our business forward.

We are a coffee shop and brunch destination on the high street in Kings Heath, and in the 6.5 years since we opened have built a reputation on the quality of our cakes and brunch and our customer service. Over the years we have grown organically and plan to continue this growth. We’re constantly evolving to ensure what we deliver is the best, and have fun along the way. 

Why Join Us?:

  • Lead a talented team in a thriving high-street café known for its quality brunch, cakes, and warm, welcoming atmosphere.
  • Shape the future of our business—your ideas and creativity will be valued and encouraged.
  • Grow with us—benefit from ongoing training and opportunities within our expanding brand.
  • Great perks – Competitive salary from £27,000 per year, 28 days holiday, free meals on shift, 50% off food & drinks for you and your family, and (of course) free cake!
 

Your Role:

  • Deliver exceptional service and inspire your team to do the same.
  • Work with the Leadership Team and Manager to run the smooth operation of the business.
  • Manage daily operations, including stock control, rotas, and compliance.
  • Oversee the launch of our evening restaurant two nights a week (Thursdays & Fridays).
  • Oversee events, both on-site and off-site throughout the year
  • Recruit, train, and mentor front-of-house staff.
  • Step in at our sister site, Perch, in Birmingham city centre when needed.
 

Join us and help create unforgettable experiences for our customers.

Expected start date from: 10/10/2025

Job Details + Perks

  • From: £27,000 – £30,000
  • 35-40 hours per week
  • 28 days holiday per year
  • Free meal on shift
  • 50% staff discount
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Free cake!! 
  • Be part of a supportive, close-knit team that feels like family.
  • The chance to make a real impact in a well-established, independent business.

Desired Qualities

  • Restaurant Management: 2 years (required)
  • Barista experience – 2 years experience desired
  • Driving Licence – clean without penalties
  • Personal Alcohol Licence
  • Someone with passion for food, coffee, customers and colleagues
  • Ability to embrace challenges in a fast-paced, team-driven environment
  • A natural leader who thrives in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment.
  • Someone career-focused in hospitality, eager to grow with a forward-thinking business.
  • An organised wizard to ensure the operation runs orderly and without missing a beat.

Apply for Position

You will have the opportunity to attach a CV on step 3. Please ensure the file is no more than 10mb and is one of the following file types – .pdf .docx .doc  .txt 

Be the first to know! Subscribe to our newsletter for updates and exclusive offers.

Registration successful!
You can safely close this popup.