Assistant Manager – Wine Bar & Snacks
East London | £40,000–£45,000 | Full-Time 45 hours | No pretension, just good wine & good vibes

This is a dream role for the right person—someone who wants to build something from the ground up, lead with heart, and bring joy to everyone who walks through the door.

We’re launching a brand-new wine bar —an unfiltered antidote to the typical uptight wine scene. Everyone should feel welcome, seen, and cared for when it comes to their wine needs . We’re all about great wine, delicious food, and an atmosphere that feels more like your favourite friend’s kitchen than a formal tasting room. Wines & Vinyls

We’re looking for an Assistant Manager who lives and breathes hospitality, knows their way around a wine list (ideally with a qualification or two), but—crucially—can talk about wine in a way that feels relaxed and human. No jargon. No snobbery. Just warmth, knowledge, and a genuine passion for sharing.

What We’re Offering:

• £40,000–£45,000 salary 

• Autonomy and creative input—we want you to take the reins

• A central role in launching and shaping a fresh, fun hospitality concept 

• Room to grow as we expand into other London neighbourhoods

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Running the day-to-day bar and shop operations

• Working closely with the founder and reporting into the GM at our sister site

• Creating a warm, welcoming, and knowledgeable environment for every guest

• Preparing and serving small plates (charcuterie, cheeses, conservas, etc.)

• Helping customers select wines and deli items to take home

• Taking ownership of the space and being a trusted face for guests and team alike

• Playing Impeccable tunes!

Who You Are:

• A natural host with a love of wine, food, and people

• Knowledgeable about wine—ideally WSET qualified or similar

• Passionate about small producers and the stories behind the bottles

• Warm, approachable, and never pretentious—people feel at ease around you

• Highly organised and reliable, with the drive to take full ownership

• Hands-on and proactive—no task too big or small

• Excited about growing with a new concept, and ready to help shape its future (Potential career growth)

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