Assistant Manager - UK

Zizzi Restaurants; Newbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-oriented restaurant chain in Newbury is seeking an Assistant Manager to support the General Manager in managing operations. You will lead teams, maintain service excellence, and ensure financial targets are met. Ideal candidates will have hospitality experience and a passion for Italian cuisine. This role offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits.

Benefits

50% discount at Zizzi & ASK Italian

Free and discounted menu on shift

Generous tron c system

Employee Assistance Programme

28 days holiday (pro rata)

Company pension contributions

Qualifications

• Experience in a managerial role within the hospitality sector is preferred.
• Passion for Italian cuisine and restaurant service.
• Ability to handle financial targets and business performance.

Responsibilities

• Assist the General Manager in organizing and running the business.
• Lead the team and ensure a positive work culture.
• Monitor business performance and achieve financial targets.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Customer service

Job description

Overview

Assistant Manager starting from £30,880 per annum plus tron c and benefits. As Assistant Manager you will help the general manager to organise, plan and run the business. You will co-ordinate day to day responsibilities, be a great leader, aid in team development and be passionate about your role.

What you'll get

• Treat yourself and your friends with 50% Zizzi & ASK Italian (drinks included)
• Never go hungry with free & heavily discounted menu on shift
• Get rewarded by your customers with a generous tron c system
• Wagestream available to instantly access earned wages
• Make the most of your time off work with discounts on cinema tickets, travel websites and big brands available
• Stay in touch with what's going on with our online Zizzi community that also provides access to your rotas and payslips
• Need some support? We have a free Employee Assistance Programme with access to GPs and wellbeing support
• Time for a break with 28 days holiday (pro rata)
• Plenty of opportunity to develop and progress your career if that's what you want
• Plan for the future with Company pension contributions

Zizzi Assistant Managers – a taster

• When the General Manager is away, you're in charge. Running shifts, managing the team, giving great feedback and ensuring your team bring our culture and values to life.
• Live and breathe the key ingredients of the Zizzi customer service journey and coach your team to do the same.
• Become an expert, as well as being hugely passionate about our menu. Italian food is at the heart of what we do, and you'll ensure that only perfect plates of food leave your kitchen.
• Support the General Manager to make sure you smash your financial targets, and monitor business performance.
• Take responsibility for making sure the restaurant is always Looking Fabulous.

Zizzi Values

Growth - You aim to be better than yesterday. We're on a constant journey to be better, so we seek growth as a team, in our business and in the ways we contribute to the world.

Individuality - You celebrate the differences. We take pride in what makes us special, and encourage everyone to be the best version of themselves whoever they are.

Drive - You make it happen. We adapt to the challenges of today, avoiding cutting corners, and motivate everyone to strive for more.

Togetherness - You want to be part of more. We always have each others backs, embracing the challenges as much as the great times.

Fun - You enjoy the everyday. As much as we take our goals seriously, we don’t take ourselves seriously.

We are Zizzi. At Zizzi we are a family. It's never me, always we. Customers included.