Assistant Manager

Badger & Co

Edinburgh•£32,000 - £34,000 per annum (DOE) plus £4–£6 per hour in Tronc•Full time

Assistant Manager – Badger & Co, Edinburgh


Badger & Co is a restaurant in the heart of Edinburgh, built on great food, thoughtful drinks and proper hospitality.

Our menu celebrates Scotland's rich culinary heritage, using native ingredients, time-honoured techniques and traditional flavours, reimagined in a contemporary way. A regional Scottish larder with a modern twist.


Our service is just as important as our food. We believe every table should leave having experienced more than just a meal. From confidently guiding guests through the menu to creating genuine connections, we pride ourselves on delivering warm, knowledgeable hospitality.


We are part of Signature Group, with 21 venues across Scotland, offering genuine opportunities to grow your career. We're a team of career hospitality professionals who care deeply about our guests, our people and the future of the restaurant. This year, we were proud to be recognised as Signature Group's Team of the Year and Venue of the Year.

We're looking for an Assistant Manager who shares that ambition and wants to play a key role in the future of Badger & Co.


The Role


As Assistant Manager, you'll work alongside the General Manager to lead the restaurant, inspire the team and deliver exceptional guest experiences every day. You'll be instrumental in developing our people, maintaining high standards and driving the restaurant forward.


This is a role for someone who wants more than just responsibility. We're looking for someone who wants to make an impact. Someone who enjoys coaching others, leading by example and helping build a restaurant that continues to raise the bar.


If you're passionate about hospitality, thrive in a fast-paced restaurant environment and want to grow your management career with a business that genuinely invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you.


Responsibilities

  • Support the General Manager with the day-to-day running of the restaurant.
  • Lead service from the floor, ensuring every guest receives warm, genuine and knowledgeable hospitality.
  • Coach, mentor and develop the team, building confidence, product knowledge and service standards.
  • Champion our storytelling style of service, guiding guests through the menu and creating memorable dining experiences.
  • Assist with recruitment, training, inductions and performance development.
  • Help drive labour control, stock management and daily operational standards.
  • Support the planning and delivery of seasonal food and drinks launches.
  • Resolve guest feedback professionally and confidently.
  • Ensure licensing, health and safety, and food safety standards are maintained at all times.
  • Work closely with the kitchen and bar teams to deliver a seamless guest experience.


We're looking for someone who

  • Has previous management or supervisory experience within a quality restaurant.
  • Leads with positivity, professionalism and integrity.
  • Is passionate about hospitality and developing people.
  • Leads by example and enjoys being on the floor during service.
  • Has excellent organisational and communication skills.
  • Is calm under pressure and confident making decisions.
  • Has a keen eye for detail and takes pride in delivering consistently high standards.
  • Wants to build a long-term career in hospitality and progress within Signature Group.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary, plus £4–£6 per hour in TRONC tips.
  • 25% to 50% staff discount across all Signature Group venues.
  • Additional annual leave with length of service.
  • Optional set days off to support a healthy work/life balance.
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Ongoing training and genuine opportunities for progression within Signature Group.
  • The opportunity to help shape one of Edinburgh's most exciting restaurants alongside an ambitious, award-winning team.


Applying for Signature


At Badger & Co, we're building a team of career hospitality professionals who care about great food, thoughtful drinks and creating unforgettable experiences. If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.


Signature Group has 21 venues across Scotland, including Cold Town House, Copper Blossom, The Smokin' Fox and more.

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