Assistant Restaurant & Bar Manager

Away Resorts; Higher Batson; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier hospitality company is seeking an experienced Assistant Restaurant & Bar Manager at Gara Rock Hotel to oversee operations, mentor staff, and ensure exceptional guest experiences. Candidates should have a background in high-end hospitality and demonstrate leadership skills. This full-time role offers competitive salary and various perks including discounts on holidays and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Up to 50% Discounts on Away Resorts holidays

On-site discounts

Team Incentives

Life Insurance

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay

Holiday Buy Scheme

Help @ Hand Scheme

Perk Box

Career Development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role in a high-end hospitality setting.
• Ability to manage, lead, train and motivate a team.
• Keeps cool under pressure and brings energy to every shift.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation of the restaurant and bar.
• Mentor and lead the team to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

High-end hospitality experience

Team management

Customer service

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Proactive mindset

Job description

Overview

Location: Gara Rock Hotel, East Portlemouth, near Kingsbridge, TQ8 8FA
Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum- DOE
Hours: Permanent, 40 hours per week

What we need, in a nutshell
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Assistant Restaurant & Bar Manager to help lead our award-winning restaurant at Gara Rock Hotel. If you thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment and know how to deliver unforgettable guest experiences, this could be your next big move.

What you’ll be doing

• As Assistant Restaurant & Bar Manager, work closely with the restaurant manager to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the restaurant, terrace, bar, and in-room dining.
• Lead by example, mentor a team of F&B assistants, and help ensure every guest leaves with a smile.
• Oversee the smooth running of the bar and restaurant, the preparation for service, as well as overseeing service and supervising the after-service duties.
• Supervise & manage the Restaurant team in line with company policies, including daily and weekly staff briefings within the team.
• Deal with customer complaints and manage performance within your team.
• Ensure menu training is carried out as per release of new menus.
• Maintain good working relationships with all other departments and communicate information throughout the hotel.
• Assist the wedding & events manager in any wedding or events.
• Ensure effective control of stock.
• Manage rotas to ensure the right level of cover.
• Identify and share best practice with the team, including upselling effectively.
• Handle deliveries and ensure health and safety regulations are always enforced.
• Be prepared to work during holidays, weekends, and bank holidays as part of the role.

Skills, experience and qualities you’ll need

• Has proven experience in a similar role in a high-end hospitality setting.
• Manage, lead, train and motivate a team to deliver exceptional service.
• Keeps cool under pressure and brings energy to every shift.
• Understands the balance between guest satisfaction and operational efficiency.
• Brings a keen eye for detail and a proactive mindset.
• Embraces our values of fun, friendliness, and professionalism.

It’s about your values too. We have a can-do, fun-loving, people-centred ethos here at Away Resorts, which is captured by our holiday heroes’ mantra of Attentive Amazing Lovers.

What we can offer you

• Pension scheme - Plan for your future.
• Up to 50% Discounts on Away Resorts holidays - because you deserve amazing getaways too.
• On-site discounts - Enjoy the best of what we offer.
• Team Incentives - Your hard work won’t go unnoticed.
• Life Insurance - For peace of mind.
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay - After two years with us, we’ve got you covered.
• Holiday Buy Scheme - Flexibility to suit your lifestyle.
• Help @ Hand Scheme - Wellbeing support when you need it.
• Perk Box - Exclusive discounts and benefits.
• Career Development - We believe in nurturing talent and promoting from within.