Assistant Restaurant Manager

Goldstar Chefs; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious Indian restaurant is seeking an Assistant Restaurant Manager in Edinburgh to ensure the smooth running of front of house operations. This role requires a minimum of 3 years' experience and strong leadership skills to deliver a polished customer experience. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree in hospitality management and be comfortable working under pressure. The position offers a gross salary of circa £34,000 with additional benefits such as paid holidays and workplace pension.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday (pro rata)

Employer’s workplace pension

Employee care and wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Eligibility to live and work in the UK.
• Proven experience of at least 3 years in this role.
• Personal alcohol license is required.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and HACCP protocols.
• Computer literacy required.
• Resident within commutable distance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the smooth running of front of house operations.
• Implement delivery of a polished customer experience.
• Oversee administrative and customer service tasks.

Skills

Strong leadership

Excellent multitasking

Organisational skills

Sound financial + business acumen

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in hospitality management

Tools

Hospitality and sales technology platforms

Job description

Welcome to GOLDSTAR CHEFS, the UK's main recruitment hub for Asian themed establishments seeking high calibre international hospitality professionals from around the world as well as within the UK. The UK is probably the world's biggest and most advanced global cuisine market and an attractive job market for International Chefs and Hospitality Managers. As a reputed hospitality recruiter (+ hospitality immigration specialist) we are enabling talented professionals like you to be hired within the UK's diverse hospitality industry sectors.

We represent stable, reputed and principled employers who abide by high standards of employment practices and ethics. A Goldstar Chefs associated employer offers higher salary, long term stability, professional growth as well as exceptional employee care and wellbeing.

This position is offered by a prestigious Indian restaurant in Edinburgh.

Position Details

• Position: Assistant Restaurant Manager
• Employer: Prestigious Indian Restaurant
• Location: Edinburgh
• Gross Salary package: circa £34,000 (incl. share of tronc/serv.chge + target led bonus)
• Weekly working hours / days: up to 48 hours / 5 days (tbc)
• Benefits & Entitlements: 28 days paid holiday (pro rata) incentives, employer’s workplace pension, employee care and wellbeing initiatives + more

Your role covers assisting in a variety of duties and tasks for the smooth and efficient running of front of house operations to standards and objectives of the business including administrative, customer service and other practical tasks commensurate with the position. The main function is to implement the delivery of a polished customer experience that befits a prestigious upscale restaurant.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to live and work in the UK
• Proven experience of at least 3 years in this role
• Personal alcohol licence
• Relevant Health & Safety credentials and knowledge of HACCP protocols
• Strong leadership, excellent multitasking and organisational skills
• Computer literacy
• Sound financial + business acumen
• Resident within commutable distance of up to one hour

Attributes

• Performance, achievement and results driven
• Have an eye for detail
• Possess an empathic and pleasing personality
• Able to work well with others
• A creative, energetic and passionate hospitality professional
• A hardworking, fastidious and conscientious individual
• Comfortable with hospitality and sales technology platforms
• Industrial training in a world-renowned culinary/hospitality institute
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in hospitality management
• Sound health and fitness
• Fast paced and able to work at speed and under pressure

Sponsor Information

GOOD NEWS IF YOU ARE IN UK ON SPONSORED VISA AND LOOKING FOR A NEW SPONSOR: For assurance and peace of mind we place you with stable and reliable Goldstar Chefs approved sponsor employers only. We source you fantastic UK job opportunities and present your profile to a high standard. For BEST salary awards, personal growth and long-term job satisfaction choose to work for Goldstar Chefs accredited organisations.

Boost your chances of being shortlisted by sending a short personal video introduction to supplement your CV. This will enhance your profile and make a positive and favourable impression. Please also send any commendations and references.

This vacancy is open to qualifying international tenants, non‑settled as well as settled UK candidates.

Important Note

UK Applicants

Prospective employers may ask for proof of right to work in the UK (e.g., passport copy or other eligible evidence) to be sent by e‑mail or post before calling you for an on‑site interview. If you cannot or will not provide it in advance, your application may be rejected. You must produce evidence in original form at the time of interview.

Overseas Applicants

Kindly note relevant fees/charges relating to UKVI Skilled Worker Sponsorship are borne by you (incl. travel to UK) (employer pays relevant UKVI sponsor fees). If you are eligible for the post and agree to the aforementioned in principle, we will send you full details and related costs of UK employment and visa formalities. Please note the salary figure stated in this ad is based on the minimum immigration salary as stated in the Certificate of Sponsorship (COS) plus variable bonuses such as tronc/service charge/tips etc.

Please note Goldstar Chefs do NOT ask for upfront payment for shortlisting your CV for this vacancy.

DUE TO EXPECTED VOLUME OF RESPONSES, WE ARE UNABLE TO DEAL WITH PHONE INQUIRIES SO PLEASE DO NOT CALL. WE WILL CONTACT YOU IF SHORTLISTED.

Goldstar Chefs are a nationwide recruitment organisation serving the UK's hospitality industry. We are also a UK government (IAA) regulated immigration adviser with specialist expertise in dealing with UKVI Skilled Workers sponsorship formalities for both employees and employers. Goldstar Chefs are a Corporate Member of The Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC).

Closing date 13/01/2026