Assistant Restaurant Manager

Prezzo Italian; Exmouth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead a team and ensure exceptional guest experiences. This role offers a competitive salary, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment for career development. Join Prezzo and make a real impact in a fast-paced hospitality setting.

Benefits

Bonus plus TRONC Commission Schemes

50% off food and drink at Prezzo

Free meals on shift

Employee Assistance Programme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in a leadership role within hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of restaurant operations including compliance and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team and ensure smooth restaurant operations.
• Develop team members and drive business success.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Satisfaction

Operational Efficiency

Problem Solving

Job description

Assistant Manager – Prezzo

"Better Careers for Everyone!"

Pay up to £31,000 plus tronc and bonus

42-hour management contract - great work-life balance!

Our Role

As an Assistant Manager at Prezzo, you’ll play a key role in leading your team, ensuring smooth restaurant operations, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. Working closely with the General Manager, you’ll be responsible for developing your team, optimising performance, and driving business success.

At Prezzo, we believe in creating better careers for everyone—offering opportunities for growth, development, and recognition in a supportive and rewarding environment. We are more than just a restaurant chain; we are a place where people build meaningful careers.

You’ll be empowered to take ownership of your restaurant, and with your General Manager, build a high-performing team, whilst developing the leadership skills needed to take the next step in your career.

Life at Prezzo

We believe in creating better careers for everyone—offering opportunities for growth, development, and recognition in a supportive and rewarding environment. We are more than just a restaurant chain; we are a place where people build meaningful careers.

Prezzo is a place where you can learn, lead, and love what you do, in an environment where everyone is valued, encouraged, and supported to grow. Whether supporting other team members, enhancing guest experiences, or finding new ways to improve, you’ll be making a real impact every day.

We celebrate achievements confidently, proudly, joyfully— and always together.

Our Person

We’re Looking For Someone Who Is

• Passionate about hospitality and committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences.
• A strong, people-focused leader who can develop and inspire a high-performing team.
• Business-savvy, able to balance customer satisfaction with operational efficiency and profitability.
• Adaptable and proactive, making real-time decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Focused on excellence—whether in service, cleanliness, compliance, or team engagement.

How We Work

We thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapting quickly to challenges and making real-time decisions to enhance service and performance. Every guest interaction is approached with care, ensuring it is engaging, personalised, and exceeds expectations. Collaboration is key—we work closely as a team, across both restaurant and support centre to align with operational, commercial, and guest-focused goals, ensuring we deliver excellence in everything we do. Working in an exciting, evolving business, you’ll be adaptable, proactive, and ready to take on new challenges to support both your own career growth and that of your team.

Experience We Value

• 2+ years’ experience in a leadership role within hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of restaurant operations, including compliance, food safety, and financial management.
• Proven ability to drive sales, enhance customer experience, and develop a high-performing team.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with a hands-on leadership approach.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt and make decisions quickly.

Prezzo Perks: What’s in it for you?

• Bonus plus TRONC Commission Schemes – earn more as you drive success!
• 50% off food and drink at Prezzo, free meals on shift, and at least 25% discount for family and friends.
• Your birthday off!
• Employee Assistance Programme & GP appointment helpline.
• Voluntary Bupa dental cover and health cash plan.
• Grow with us—Career development opportunities & internal progression pathways.

Apply Now!

Whether you’re starting or looking to grow your career, apply today and be part of the Prezzo family!