Assistant Manager

Bella Italia Portsmouth Gunwharf Quays; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive package

Discounts across brands

Fully funded apprenticeships

Employee wellbeing support

Wages before payday

Team events & trips

Job summary

Bella Italia Portsmouth Gunwharf Quays is seeking an Assistant Manager who loves hospitality and leading a team. You will deliver warm, high-energy guest experiences, drive performance to hit restaurant goals, and develop team talent while ensuring safety and compliance.

The role emphasizes commercial awareness and smart financial decision-making in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment. Join a family-like team with opportunities for growth, access to training, and a culture that values

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality leadership and team development.
• Ability to deliver memorable guest experiences.
• Strong understanding of safety, compliance and financial basics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an unforgettable guest experience with warmth and energy.
• Drive performance to meet restaurant and brand goals.
• Lead and develop the team, creating a fun, motivating environment.
• Ensure safety, compliance, and smooth operation.
• Be commercially aware and make smart financial decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Guest experience

Commercial awareness

Team motivation

Job description

At Bella Italia, we believe that the best moments in life are spent with loved ones—sharing food, friendship, laughter, and the joy of the Italian table. If you’re passionate about people, hospitality, and leadership, then this is the role for you!

Come and be part of our family as an Assistant Manager.

Why Join Bella?

We know that a happy team creates the best guest experiences, so we offer:

• A Competitive Package – 45-hour contract ,quarterly bonus and an opportunity to earn Tronc.
• Amazing Discounts – 50% off food and drink across all Big Table Group brands and 25% for friends & family.
• Career Growth – Fully funded apprenticeships in Hospitality Management (Level 4).
• Wellbeing & Support – Our Employee Assistance Programme includes a 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, healthcare cash plan, dental plan, counselling, fitness & diet plans.
• Perks & Rewards – Access to wages before payday, discounted gym memberships, and exclusive savings on theme parks, shopping, and more!
• Team Competitions & Events – Win a trip to Italy, take part in team parties, and celebrate successes together!

What You’ll Do as an Assistant Manager:

• Deliver an unforgettable guest experience—ensuring every visit is filled with warmth, energy, and delicious food.
• Drive performance—striving to achieve and improve restaurant and brand goals.
• Inspire & lead your team—creating a fun and motivating environment while developing internal talent.
• Ensure safety & compliance—keeping the restaurant safe, legal, and operating smoothly.
• Be commercially aware understanding how decisions impact the wider business and making smart financial choices.

Who We’re Looking For:

If you’ve got a real love for hospitality, enjoy bringing people together, and thrive in the buzz of a fast‑paced, guest‑first environment, you might just be the perfect fit for us.

At Bella Italia, our teams are like family. We put people at the heart of everything we do, creating a welcoming, inclusive workplace where you can be yourself, feel supported, and grow your career. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, just let us know – we’ve got you.

Thinking about using AI tools for your application? They can be great for getting started, but what really makes an application shine is you, your energy, experience, personality, and leadership style.

What’s the process?

Application → CV review → friendly phone chat → first‑stage interview → second‑stage interview → offer and onboarding

At Bella Italia, we don’t just look for experience – we look for people with a genuine love for hospitality who care about their teams and our guests. If that sounds like you, we’d love to welcome you to the family.