Assistant Manager - The Dam Inn, Wakefield

RedCat Pub Company; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing hospitality group in Wakefield is seeking an Assistant Manager to support the General Manager in running the pub. You'll inspire the team, oversee operations, and ensure customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates should have supervisory experience in hospitality and a passion for providing great guest experiences. Join us to make a mark in our expanding team.

Benefits

Work/Life Balance

Bonus up to 15% of salary

100% gratuities through TipJar

Access wages through Wagestream

Career development programmes

Reward and recognition platform

Discounts on food and accommodation

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Hands-on, lead-from-the-front approach.
• Calm, positive attitude under pressure.
• Genuine passion for food, drink, and creating guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager in all aspects of running the pub.
• Lead and inspire the team to deliver excellent customer service.
• Oversee shift operations and manage staff rotas.

Skills

Previous experience in a supervisory or assistant manager role in hospitality

Great communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Why work for us?

• Work/Life Balance A genuine belief in work/life balance and an understanding of working together to promote flexibility
• Bonus? Up to 15% of salary able to be achieved on a quarterly basis
• Tips? A Tronc scheme with 100% of gratuities distributed to our teams every week via TipJar
• Financial Support? Access wages as you earn them through Wagestream,
• Development? Inspirational career development programmes
• Recognition? Dedicated reward and recognition platform
• Discounts? Food and Accommodation discounts nationwide
• Personal support? Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support

We’re on the lookout for a confident and motivatedAssistant Manager for this site.You’ll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the business, leading the team by example and stepping up to take the reins when needed.

It's no secret that RedCat are operating well and there’s lots of positive news out there about us at the moment. We’re in growth mode and we would love you to come and be part of the excitement. We aim to grow to over 65 sites in the next five years, across RedCat Independent Pubs and our sister company, Coaching Inns.

This isn’t just another Assistant Manager job in a pub — this is your chance to really make your mark, we're looking for someone who cares about delighting the guest, and wants to support our teams who deliver great service every time.

The job in a nutshell

• Support the General Manager in all aspects of running the pub

• Lead and inspire the team to deliver excellent customer service

• Oversee shift operations, manage staff rotas, and handle customer feedback

• Ensure high standards of cleanliness, safety, and compliance

• Assist with stock control, ordering, cash handling, and daily reports

• Help drive sales through great service, events, and community engagement

What we are looking for:

• Previous experience in a supervisory or assistant manager role in hospitality

• A hands-on, lead-from-the-front approach

• Great communication skills and a calm, positive attitude under pressure

• A genuine passion for food, drink, and creating great guest experiences

• Strong organisational skills and a good head for numbers

• A team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment

Ready to run a pub that runs on trust and talent?

Apply nowand lets talk about where your leadership could take you next