Assistant Manager

Wildwood Restaurants; Rushden; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Wildwood Restaurants recherche un Assistant Manager énergique pour son établissement à Rushden. Vous serez responsable de la gestion des opérations, de l'engagement des invités et de la motivation de l'équipe. Profitez d'une ambiance unique au bord du lac et de réelles opportunités de progression dans une équipe soudée.

Benefits

Repas pour le personnel

Avantages et opportunités de progression

Participation à une ambiance de travail unique

Qualifications

• Doit être engageant, motivant et capable de diriger une équipe.
• Capacité à jongler avec les opérations de restaurant et de bar.
• Expérience en gestion des performances et du bien-être de l'équipe.

Responsibilities

• Gérer des services à énergie élevée avec une hospitalité authentique.
• Diriger et soutenir l'équipe de front.
• Gérer la relation avec les fournisseurs et les niveaux de stock.

Skills

Charisme

Leadership

Attention aux détails

Hospitalité

Job description

ASSISTANT MANAGER WANTED – Busy, High-Volume Restaurant

Location: Wildwood, Rushden Lakes

Set in a stunning lakeside location, our beautiful glass-fronted restaurant offers 120 indoor covers and 70 on our charming outdoor terrace. Whether it’s a quick lunch or a long, lazy dinner, Wildwood delivers memorable experiences and now, we’re looking for you to help lead the show.

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 opportunitie
• 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 the Lakes.