Assistant Restaurant Manager

Prezzo; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Italian dining is seeking a passionate Assistant Manager to join their vibrant team. This role offers the opportunity to lead a dynamic restaurant environment, ensuring exceptional customer experiences while driving sales performance. With a commitment to growth, the ideal candidate will develop their skills and work towards becoming a future General Manager. Enjoy a range of perks, including substantial discounts and early wage access, all while contributing to an inclusive workplace that values diversity and teamwork.

Benefits

50% off Food and Drink for you and friends

Free Meal on shift

TasteCard discounts

Family and Friends discounts

Access to Apprenticeships

Wagestream - early access to wages

Employee Assistance Programme

Voluntary Health Cash Plan

ISA Investment plans

Free Mortgage Advice

Qualifications

• Natural leader with a willingness to learn and grow.
• Strong communicator, able to challenge team behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Drive restaurant performance in sales and dining experiences.
• Ensure every customer leaves happy and eager to return.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Financial Acumen

Customer Service

Team Collaboration

Job description

Here at Prezzo, we celebrate the joy of Italian dining; this starts in the kitchen and ends with the service. Every customer should leave wanting to return.

That’s why we’re looking for a passionate Assistant Manager to join us at Prezzo and help us continue offering our best possible dining experience.

The Role

We are seeking a new Assistant Manager to join our Prezzo Family, who has the ability and confidence to drive the performance of our restaurant in terms of sales, #One Team spirit, and delivering exceptional dining experiences in hospitality.

As a Prezzo Assistant Manager, you will:

• Be a natural leader with a willingness to learn and grow.
• Be a strong communicator, willing to challenge your team’s behaviors and attitudes.
• Be able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Have a passion to develop your P&L skills and be financially savvy.
• Desire to grow your skills and career with the aim of becoming one of our future General Managers.
• Play a key role in helping us achieve our mission of becoming the UK’s favourite Italian dining experience.
• Ensure every customer leaves happy and eager to return.

Our ‘Deal’; What’s in it for you?

• 50% off Food and Drink at Prezzo for you and up to 11 friends or family members.
• Free Meal on shift.
• TasteCard - Free discounts at branded restaurants nationwide.
• 5 Family and Friends get 25% off Food & Drink.
• Access to Apprenticeships.
• Wagestream - early access to wages.
• Employee Assistance Programme + GP Helpline.
• Voluntary Simply Health Cash Plan.
• ISA Investment plans with Cushon.
• Free Mortgage Advice with Charles Cameron.
• More People Like You Recruitment Incentive Scheme.

Location

Our restaurant is located within Stevenage Leisure Park, near the cinema and bowling complex, just a few minutes’ walk from the train station. The venue features a contemporary design, a vibrant cocktail bar with comfy sofas, and a large garden for al fresco dining.

Our Values

• One Team: Working together with a common purpose to achieve our goals.
• Genuine Connection: Building authentic relationships where nothing is too much trouble.
• Drive to Succeed: Being bold enough to do the right thing, even when it’s difficult, to help us grow.
• Pride: Creating memorable moments by caring about everything we do, so everyone leaves wanting to return.

Our Awards

We are proud to be an award-winning hospitality employer, having received:

• ‘Excellence in HR Technology’ at the HR in Hospitality Awards
• ‘Fair Employment’ at the Youth Friendly Employer Awards
• ‘Environmental Best Practice’ at the International Green Apple Awards
• ‘Best Pizza Restaurant – Chain’ at the PAPA Industry Awards

We have also been nominated for:

• ‘Best Mental Health Strategy’ at the Employee Benefits Awards
• ‘Recycling Excellence’ and ‘Partnership Excellence’ at the National Recycling Forum

Apply Now!

At Prezzo, we aim to create an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups and welcome individuals regardless of background. Prezzo has been a member of the Sustainable Restaurant Association (SRA) since 2011.

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