Assistant Restaurant Manager

Looking for your next opportunity in hospitality management?

We're seeking an Assistant Restaurant Manager to join its team on a permanent, full-time basis. Based within a boutique hotel, this role offers the opportunity to deliver high standards of guest service, support the day-to-day running of the restaurant and develop your leadership skills as the business continues to grow.

What you will get in your new role

* Salary of £28,000–£32,000 per annum, plus tips.

* Full-time, permanent employment.

* Workplace pension and access to salary sacrifice schemes.

* Employee discounts

* A supportive working culture where your ideas and development are valued.

* The opportunity to influence service standards and the continued development if the restaurant

* Career progression and opportunities to take on greater responsibility.

* The chance to join an ambitious, independent hospitality business during an exciting period of growth.

Responsibilities in your new role as Assistant Restaurant Manager

As the Assistant Restaurant Manager, you will support the Manager in the day-to-day running of the restaurant, helping to deliver consistently high standards of food and service. Your responsibilities will include:

* Leading front-of-house service across breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner and private dining.

* Conducting pre-service briefings, allocating sections and ensuring the team is prepared for each service

* Maintaining high standards of hospitality and building positive relationships with guests

* Working closely with the kitchen team to ensure effective communication and a smooth flow of service

* Supporting the training, development and onboarding of front-of-house team members

* Managing reservations, table plans, guest flow and daily opening and closing procedures

* Making confident food, wine and beverage recommendations to enhance the guest experience and support sales

* Ensuring compliance with allergen procedures, licensing requirements, food safety and health and safety standards

* Contributing ideas to improve service standards, restaurant performance and overall guest experience.

Your personality, experience and qualifications

You will have previous supervisory or management experience in a restaurant, hotel or quality-focused hospitality environment, with a strong focus on delivering excellent guest experiences. You'll be a confident communicator, well organised and comfortable leading a team in a busy service environment.

A good understanding of food and beverages, commercial awareness and a positive approach to supporting and developing colleagues are also important. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is essential, along with a genuine interest in developing your skills and progressing your career in hospitality.

Apply now!
Please send us an up-to-date copy of your CV, by clicking the Apply button. This position is only available to applicants who have immediate Right to Work in the UK and you will be required to provide evidence of such upon request. Also required are up-to-date contact details for at least 2 references.

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