Assistant Restaurant Manager – Fine Dining Gastropub with Rooms

Trades Workforce Solutions; England; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in Oxfordshire is seeking an experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager to support the General Manager and lead a dedicated team of 16. The role offers a £43,500 package, live-in accommodation, and numerous benefits, including private medical care and a pension scheme. Responsibilities include managing operations, training staff, and ensuring outstanding guest service. Ideal candidates should possess leadership skills and the ability to drive and manage transport.

Benefits

Live in accommodation

Discounts across the group

Private medical care

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Mental health support

Volunteering day

Qualifications

• Must be able to drive and have own mode of transport.
• Experience in restaurant operations and management is preferred.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the General Manager with restaurant operations.
• Assign duties and observe team performance.
• Lead and motivate the front-of-house team.
• Help resolve guest complaints effectively.
• Provide training and development for the team.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Customer service

Conflict resolution

Job description

Our client is a highly acclaimed gastropub with charming rooms, nestled in a picturesque village in Oxfordshire. As part of a prestigious and expanding group celebrated for its farm-to-fork philosophy, they are seeking an experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager to support the leadership of their dedicated team of 16.

To be suitable for this role, you must be able to drive and have your own mode of transport.

You’ll be wondering what’s in it for you as the Assistant Restaurant Manager…

• £43,500 package
• Working 48 hours per week
• Live in accommodation available
• Discounts across the group
• Private medical care
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Mental health support
• Volunteering day

Responsibilities as the Assistant Restaurant Manager…

• Assisting and supporting the General Manager with all restaurant operations
• Assigning duties to the team and observing their performance to ensure it aligns with the restaurant’s established procedures
• Leading, managing and motivating the front‑of‑house team to deliver a seamless service
• Helping the General Manager resolve any guest complaints and implement the restaurant’s service recovery process
• Providing outstanding training and development for the front‑of‑house team

This renowned gastropub is celebrated for its exceptional menu, crafted with organic, fresh, and locally sourced ingredients. As the Assistant Restaurant Manager, you will play a key role in delivering outstanding service for up to 55 covers, inspiring the team as they strive for Michelin Star recognition.

PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK TO BE SUITABLE FOR THIS ROLE.

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