Deputy Manager - Restaurant - Knutsford

Deputy General Manager  Restaurant
We’re looking for an experienced and passionate Deputy General Manager to join our thriving, family-focused restaurant.
Our venue is built on warm hospitality, quality food, and creating memorable experiences for every guest who walks through our doors. We pride ourselves on being a welcoming, community-driven establishment where families, friends, and colleagues come together to enjoy great food and exceptional service.
As Deputy General Manager, you’ll play a key leadership role in driving standards, supporting the General Manager, and inspiring a large team to deliver consistently outstanding service.

The Role This is a hands-on leadership position in a busy, high-volume environment. You’ll be responsible for:
 
Supporting the day-to-day running of the restaurant
Leading, motivating, and developing a large team
Maintaining exceptional service standards
Ensuring food quality and presentation consistently meet expectations
Managing rotas, staffing levels, and team performance
Supporting stock control, cost management, and financial targets
Ensuring compliance with food safety and health & safety regulations
Handling guest feedback professionally and proactively  You’ll be someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in creating a positive culture for both guests and team members.
What We’re Looking For Our ideal Deputy General Manager will:
 
Have proven experience in a General Manager or senior leadership role within hospitality
Be confident running a busy establishment
Demonstrate strong leadership and people management skills
Have excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities
Show strong financial awareness, including budget management and cost control
Be passionate about fresh, high-quality food and outstanding guest service
Stay calm, professional, and solution-focused under pressure
Lead by example with a hands-on, proactive approach  Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who genuinely loves hospitality and understands the importance of creating a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere where both guests and staff feel valued.

What We Offer  
Competitive salary
Opportunities for career progression
A supportive and collaborative working environment
The chance to play a key role in a growing and successful restaurant  If you’re a driven leader ready to take the next step in your hospitality career, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now to join a team where great food, warm service, and a strong sense of community are at the heart of everything we do.

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