Assistant Manager

Wildwood Restaurants; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant hospitality company in Canterbury is seeking an energetic Assistant Manager to lead high-energy services and create unforgettable guest experiences. The ideal candidate is a natural leader with great attention to detail, passionate about hospitality, and capable of managing both front and back of house operations. This role offers competitive hourly pay and a chance to develop within a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Staff meals

Real progression opportunities

Hourly pay including service charge

Qualifications

• Must be a natural leader who can inspire a team.
• Must engage with guests and ensure a warm atmosphere.
• Must handle both restaurant and bar operations seamlessly.

Responsibilities

• Running slick, high-energy services with genuine hospitality.
• Leading and supporting the front-of-house team.
• Driving footfall and sales with creative outreach.
• Managing stock levels and working with suppliers.
• Ensuring all operational tasks are delivered to the highest standard.

Skills

Leadership

Customer engagement

Attention to detail

Hospitality

Job description

Location: Wildwood, Canterbury

Package: The stated package includes the predicated service charge. This is based on an hourly rate on a 45 hour contract. This means that additional hours worked will be paid.

We have an opportunity in our beautiful restaurant in Canterbury situated at the heart of the city. This is a two floor restaurant with approx 170 covers indoor and outdoor. It makes the perfect location for lunch or dinner.

Role

We are looking for a hands-on Assistant Manager that is looking for involvement and responsibility. The General Manager is fantastic and will certainly share all aspects with running the restaurant to help with your growth and development. But equally we want a manager that loves hospitality and will be stuck in on service and making it the best experience for our guests.

We’re looking for a personality-packed Assistant Manager

You’re confident, energetic, and impossible to ignore in the best way. Whether welcoming guests, leading a buzzing service, or handing out tasters to passersby, you’ll embody the Wildwood magic. You’ll set the tone with your passion for perfection, ensuring every shift runs flawlessly both front and back of house.

We want someone who demands the best from themselves and their team when it comes to service, cleanliness, presentation, and overall atmosphere. You’re not just good; you’re meticulous.

What We Need From You

• A people magnet – warm, engaging, and full of charisma
• A natural leader who can motivate and inspire a team
• A hands-on host who works the floor — and the pavement!
• Someone with an eagle eye for detail and a passion for perfection
• A pro who can juggle restaurant and bar operations with ease

Your Day-to-day

• Running slick, high-energy services with genuine hospitality
• Leading and supporting the front-of-house team
• Driving footfall and sales with creative outreach (tasters, engagement, flair!)
• Handling all things people-related – from recruitment and training to team wellbeing and performance management
• Managing stock levels, placing accurate orders, and working with suppliers
• Keeping tight control on labour, rotas, and productivity
• Ensuring all operational tasks (including health & safety, compliance and cash handling) are delivered to the highest standard
• Ensuring every guest leaves feeling wowed
• Representing Wildwood with style, confidence, and passion

Why join us?

• Be part of something special – an iconic location and tight-knit team
• Real freedom to be yourself – no scripts, just your personality
• Staff meals, perks, and real progression opportunities
• Every hour paid (hourly rate includes predicted service charge – 45 hours/week average) - the advertised salary is what you\'ll earn with tronc.

Come lead the experience. Be unforgettable. Be Wildwood.

Apply now and bring your spark to York.