Assistant Restaurant Manager - Hawksmoor Manchester

Hawksmoor; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tronc paid for every hour you work

Free team meals on shift

50% off food at Hawksmoor for you and:

Job summary

Hawksmoor is seeking an Assistant Restaurant Manager to lead the front-of-house team, support the Restaurant Manager, and maintain the highest hospitality standards. You will be a visible, hands-on leader during service, driving warm, confident hospitality and staff development across shifts.

The role emphasizes on-floor leadership, team coaching, and collaborating with kitchen, bar and reservations teams to ensure smooth service and exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Experienced as an Assistant Restaurant Manager in a quality restaurant.
• A confident, people-focused leader who enjoys being on the floor.
• Organised, calm and solutions-focused under pressure.
• Passionate about hospitality, food, drink and great service.
• Keen to grow your career within a values-led business.

Responsibilities

• Support the Restaurant Manager in the day-to-day running of the restaurant.
• Lead shifts on the floor, setting standards and creating a positive, welcoming atmosphere.
• Coach, support and develop the front-of-house team.
• Ensure exceptional guest experience, handling feedback with care and confidence.
• Work closely with kitchen, bar and reservations teams to keep service running smoothly.
• Support recruitment, training and progression within the team.

Skills

Leadership

Hospitality skills

People management

Front-of-house operations

Recruitment & training

Job description

Assistant Restaurant Manager

Since 2006, Hawksmoor has been the UK’s home of ethically sourced, grass-fed beef, cooked over charcoal and paired with award-winning wines and cocktails. We’re proud to be a certified B Corp, one of the most sustainable restaurant groups in the industry, and to have been recognised as one of the Best Companies to work for year after year.

AsAssistant Restaurant Manager at Hawksmoor, you’ll play a key role in leading the front-of-house team and delivering warm, confident hospitality every day. You’ll support the Restaurant Manager in running the floor, developing people and maintaining high standards, while being a visible, hands-on leader during service.

What You’ll Do

Support the Restaurant Manager in the day-to-day running of the restaurant

• Lead shifts on the floor, setting standards and creating a positive, welcoming atmosphere
• Coach, support and develop the front-of-house team
• Ensure exceptional guest experience, handling feedback with care and confidence
• Work closely with kitchen, bar and reservations teams to keep service running smoothly
• Support recruitment, training and progression within the team

Who You Are

• Experienced as an Assistant Restaurant Manager in a quality restaurant
• A confident, people-focused leader who enjoys being on the floor
• Organised, calm and solutions-focused under pressure
• Passionate about hospitality, food, drink and great service
• Keen to grow your career within a values-led business

Our Values

Welcome Everyone- We create warm, inclusive spaces where people feel genuinely welcome.

Work Hard and Be Nice to People- We set high standards and treat each other with kindness and respect.

Hit Hawksmoor Standards- We care deeply about quality and consistency every day.

Keep Evolving- We stay curious, open to feedback and always looking to improve.

Benefits

• Tronc paid for every hour you work, including holidays and breaks
• Free team meals on shift
• 50% off food at Hawksmoor for you and your loved ones
• Income protection and death in service cover
• Paid annual volunteer days
• Stream early wage access and financial wellbeing tools
• Referral bonuses from day one
• Exclusive savings on travel, shopping and experiences
• Restaurant welfare budget for snacks, drinks and support
• Full training and development with clear progression opportunities

We’re building a team that reflects the richness and diversity of the communities we serve. At Hawksmoor, we welcome everyone and believe in creating a workplace where individuality is celebrated, kindness is key and high standards are met together. If this role excites you but you don’t meet every requirement, you might be exactly who we’re looking for.