Assistant Manager

Heartwood Inns; South Nutfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

48-hour contract

Stepping Stones training

Employee Assistance Program

EarlyPay

Maternity & Paternity leave

Referral bonus

50% off food

20% off for family and friends

Birthday gift

Long service recognition

Discounts via Reward Gateway

Cycle to work

Job summary

Heartwood Inns in Surrey, United Kingdom, is seeking a passionate Assistant Manager to lead service on the floor, coach team members, and deliver warm, memorable guest experiences across our pub and brasserie settings.

You will support the General Manager with admin, staffing and financial tasks, drive training through our Stepping Stones programme, and ensure smooth day-to-day operations. This full-time role includes a 48‑hour contract, TRONC, and staff benefits.

Qualifications

• Passionate and vibrant personality with guest-centred mindset.
• Experience leading hospitality teams and delivering training.
• Ability to run multiple hospitality streams (bar, host stand, reception).
• 2–3 years as Assistant Manager, with branded operations knowledge and admin/financial duties.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Hospitality Ops

Job description

Assistant Manager Heartwood Inns•Surrey, United Kingdom

On Target Earnings £16 - 16.50 * Including TRONC
(Basic from £13.02 plus expected Tronc £3 - £3.50 ph)
Minimum 30 hours contract

At Heartwood Collection, we’re on the lookout for passionate and vibrant individuals to join our team as an Assistant Manager

We’re an award-winning group of cosy pubs and atmospheric brasseries that truly feel like home. From the elegance of Brasserie Blanc to the charm of Heartwood Inns, we pride ourselves on serving fresh, seasonal dishes to our local communities.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary package, includes TRONC*
• Contract of 48 hours
• Bespoke training and development through our Stepping Stones programme
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program with Hospitality Action
• Instant pay access through EarlyPay
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave
• Up to £1,500 Referral Bonus
• 50% off food at any Heartwood Inns or Brasserie Blanc, plus a 20% discount for family and friends
• A birthday gift and Long Service Recognition
• Discounts on hundreds of retailers and experiences via Reward Gateway
• Cycle to Work Scheme

About You:

• Passionate and vibrant personality, a real people person who cares for the guests, team and experience
• Confident in running a service from the floor, fresh food restaurant experience and delivering training and support to team members
• Able to run different aspects of hospitality, including bar, host stand (and reception for rooms site), with a proven record of leadership skills
• 2-3 years experience as an Assistant Manager, ideally with branded operations knowledge and assist the General Manger with admin, staffing, financial aspects of running a site

Heartwood Collection is a multi-award-winning hospitality group:

• Sunday Times Best Places to Work winner 2024
• Double winner at the Publican Awards 2024
• Best Pub Brand/ Concept at the Publican Awards 2025

At Heartwood Collection, we’re excited about the future. With over 40 locations now and plans to expand to more than 60 by 2027, including over 500 bedrooms, there’s never been a better time to join us. We’re committed to growing our team with progression opportunities across our estate.

Join us and be part of a community that’s warm, genuine, and full of life.

*On Target Earnings is based on a 48-hour working week, TRONC is calculated from the expected 6 months' site average

Please note, we cannot take applications from overseas or that require sponsorship

Cameron Johnson
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Senior Recruitment Manager | Heartwood Collection

Full-time