Assistant Manager

JR United Kingdom; Waverley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-loved country pub in Surrey as an Assistant Manager. In this hands-on leadership role, you'll guide the team to ensure smooth service, manage cellar operations, and foster a vibrant community atmosphere. This position offers the opportunity to shape guest experiences in a unique and relaxed environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a pub or hospitality setting at supervisor level or higher.
• Strong leadership skills and a calm, practical approach.
• Genuine love of food and drink.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager in daily operations and service.
• Lead by example and ensure guest satisfaction.
• Train, mentor, and develop the front-of-house team.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Cellar Management

Job description

Were on the lookout for an experienced Assistant Manager to join a well-loved country pub tucked away in the Surrey countryside. This isnt a chain or a corporate-run venueits a place that takes genuine pride in its seasonal food, local ales, and community atmosphere. If you're someone who thrives in a hands-on leadership role and enjoys the buzz of a busy service, this ones worth a read.

About the Role

Assistant Manager
£32,000 £36,000 + Tips
Cranleigh

Were on the lookout for an experienced Assistant Manager to join a well-loved country pub tucked away in the Surrey countryside. This isnt a chain or a corporate-run venueits a place that takes genuine pride in its seasonal food, local ales, and community atmosphere. If you're someone who thrives in a hands-on leadership role and enjoys the buzz of a busy service, this ones worth a read.

About the Role Job application tracking

This is a proper front-of-house leadership role. You'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with the management team to run smooth, energetic services whether it's a packed Saturday night, a wedding party in the barn, or a peaceful weekday lunch with the regulars. You'll help train and lead the team, make sure service feels personal and polished, and step in wherever needed to keep things running like clockwork. Its the kind of role where no two days feel the same, and where your influence genuinely shapes the guest experience.

About the Client

This independent pub is slightly more on the modern side, being established in 1908turning them into relaxed, quality-focused destination. The pub itself has been sympathetically restored, retaining its character while offering guests a menu built on thoughtful, local sourcing. The team here genuinely care about what they do, and that same care extends to how they treat the people who work with them. The company was set up by our partnered clients, both with huge experience in hospitality, having worked our way up from washing plates some 20 years ago. 40 years of combined experience, both still very in touch with the industry and wanting to do things with a fresh perspective.

Working Hours

• 48 hours per week

• 5 days a week

• Weekend availability

Key Duties

• A big focus on Cellar Management

• Support the General Manager in daily operations, from opening and closing to team briefings

• Lead by example during service, ensuring guests have a relaxed and enjoyable time

• Help train, mentor, and develop the front-of-house team

• Keep a close eye on standards, from cleanliness to plate presentation

• Get involved with stock control, ordering, and rotas where required

• Be comfortable in leading when the General Manager is away
  

Key Requirements

• Previous experience in a pub, restaurant, or hospitality setting at supervisor or management level

• Strong leadership skills and a calm, practical approach

• Confident dealing with customers, complaints, and the usual curveballs

• A genuine love of food, drink, and creating great guest experiences

• Organised, reliable, and ready to take ownership when needed

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Created on 10/07/2025 by JR United Kingdom