Have an Impact at a Purpose-Driven Business
At Jikoni, we are preparing to launch two exciting new projects in early 2026: an as yet unannounced project, and a pioneering hospitality and museum collaboration with the V&A in Stratfords Olympic Park. We are seeking kind, bright, and empathetic leaders who are passionate about helping us share our story with a wider audience and shape the next chapter of our purpose-driven business.

Were seeking a talented and passionate Assistant Restaurant Manager to join our team. In this role, youll work closely with Jikonis Senior Management Team, playing a pivotal role in building and leading our new ventures (early 2026). This is a hands-on management role where youll not support to build a new restaurant but also inspire, mentor and energise a brand-new restaurant team exemplifying our company values (Multiculturalism & Pluralism, Integrity, Hospitality & Seva (Selfless Service), Excellence, and Entrepreneurialism).

Why Join Us?

At our flagship site in Marylebone, Jikoni, we cook without borders. Our food is a joyful celebration of maternal cooking, immigrant cuisine and pluralism. This includes a celebration of the rich culinary heritage of South Asia, the Far East, the Middle East, East Africa and Britain. As we grow, our core principles remain the same.
We are a restorative business committed to our team, our guests, our planet and wider community. As the UK's first independent Carbon Neutral certified restaurant, and with an exclusive partnership with a biodynamic farm, our commitment to social and environmental sustainability is at the heart of everything we do.
Jikoni has consistently been recognised among the UKs best restaurants, appearing in Timeouts Top 100 London Restaurants (2023), SquareMeals Top 100 Restaurants (2022), Hardens Best 100 UK Restaurants (2019), and the National Restaurant Awards (2017). Jikoni is also currently featured in Condé Nast Travellers Best Restaurants in London.

What Were Looking For in an Assistant Restaurant Manager:

We are looking for a team leader who is excited by the challenge and opportunity of not just working with us on a new opening, but also building a positive culture with our senior team for the long run. You bring an insatiable love of homely, warm and generous hospitality and ability to support the managers in training and organising the team, running services, opening and closing and managing bookings and stock orders.

Emotional Skillset: You embody the qualities that define great hospitality: Kindness, Optimism, Self-Awareness, Curiosity, Integrity, and Empathy.
Experience: At least 2 years' of senior waiter experience or equivalent junior managerial experience in hospitality
Values Alignment: You share our family values of Multiculturalism & Pluralism, Integrity, Hospitality & Seva (Selfless Service), Excellence, and Entrepreneurialism.
Leadership: A desire to build and nurture a team, lead by example, and contribute to a positive and supportive culture.
Culinary Curiosity: A genuine curiosity of flavours from South Asia, the Far East, the Middle East, and East Africa and love of seasonal food.

What We Offer in Return:

Career Progression: Opportunities for growth as our company expands, with direct mentorship from senior management and directors on leadership, business and hospitality skills.
Unique Training: Go beyond the kitchen with visits and hands-on training with our biodynamic farm partner and specialist producers.
Competitive Package and Team Benefits: Delicious and wholesome team meals, a 51% team discount at our restaurants upon passing probation, 28 days holiday, a company pension scheme and private health insurance plans for all team members.