Assistant Manager

North; Rushden; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A lakeside restaurant in Rushden seeks a vibrant Assistant Manager to lead a passionate team. You will create unforgettable guest experiences, ensuring top-notch service and operational excellence. Ideal candidates are energetic leaders with a keen eye for detail, capable of driving sales and motivating staff. Competitive hourly rate includes service charge for a 45-hour average work week.

Benefits

Staff meals

Progression opportunities

No scripts, just personality

Qualifications

• A people magnet – warm, engaging, and full of charisma.
• A natural leader who can motivate and inspire a team.
• Hands-on host who works the floor and the pavement.

Responsibilities

• Run slick, high-energy services with genuine hospitality.
• Handle recruitment, training, and team wellbeing.
• Ensure health and safety compliance to the highest standard.

Skills

Leadership

Customer engagement

Attention to detail

Hospitality

Sales driving

Job description

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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
• 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
• 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.