Assistant Restaurant Manager - New Opening 2026

Four Seasons; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel establishment in London is seeking an Assistant Restaurant Manager for their new signature restaurant opening in 2026. This role requires a passion for exceptional service and strong leadership skills. The Assistant Restaurant Manager will oversee daily operations, ensure seamless service, and create memorable dining experiences for guests. Candidates should possess supervisory experience in luxury hospitality and be fluent in English. The position offers full-time hours with a range of excellent employee benefits such as training opportunities, a complimentary stay program, and more.

Benefits

Excellent training and career development opportunities

Complimentary nights and discounted rates at hotels

Free meals during shifts

Paid Wellness days

Increased holiday entitlement with service

Free Life Insurance

Bupa Dental and MediCash plan options

Season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme

Free uniform dry cleaning

Employee Recognition Programmes

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a supervisory or Assistant Manager role in luxury hospitality.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Impeccable personal presentation and a passion for hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the team to deliver exceptional service.
• Assist in managing staffing, scheduling, and training.
• Maintain high levels of guest satisfaction.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proactive approach

Problem-solving abilities

Ability to motivate a team

Attention to detail

Job description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Set in the heart of the City, overlooking Tower Bridge and the Tower of London, Tower Bridge is the starting point for discovering London’s historic past, alongside its exhilarating present. As impressive inside as out, this famous five-star hotel remains the centre of attention, as a new chapter begins in its history. This beautiful grade II listed building and former HQ of the Port of London Authority has 100 rooms, 41 residential apartments of which 31 units are in a FS run transient rental program, a stunning ballroom which has hosted the inaugural Reception of the United Nations, 5 meeting rooms, a stunning destination spa with 8 treatment rooms, hammam, steam, sauna and swimming and vitality pool, and a fantastic Food and Beverage offering including Mei Ume (Chinese/ Japanese cuisine) and Rotunda (all day dining, afternoon tea & bar).

Join Our Opening Team – Assistant Restaurant Manager, New Signature Restaurant Opening 2026

Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge

Are you passionate about exceptional service and memorable dining experiences? Be part of something extraordinary as we open our brand-new signature restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge. The restaurant will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, 7 days a week.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and service-driven Assistant Restaurant Manager to join our opening team and help shape a world-class dining destination in the heart of London.

With a focus on quality ingredients, bold flavours, and warm, intuitive service, this is more than just a place to eat, it’s a place to experience.

About the Role:

As Assistant Restaurant Manager, you will play a key role in launching and leading the new restaurant. You’ll support the Restaurant Manager in overseeing daily operations, ensuring seamless service, and creating memorable guest experiences. This role gives you the opportunity to be part of something truly special from the ground up.

Please note that this role is expected to commence in early February 2026.

What you will do:

• Lead and inspire the team to deliver exceptional service in line with Four Seasons standards.

• Assist in managing staffing, scheduling, and training to ensure operational excellence.

• Maintain high levels of guest satisfaction through proactive engagement and attention to detail.

• Collaborate with culinary and bar teams to ensure smooth coordination and quality delivery.

• Monitor and uphold health, safety, and hygiene standards.

• Support marketing initiatives and contribute ideas to enhance the restaurant’s profile.

What you bring:

• Previous experience in a supervisory or Assistant Manager role within a luxury hospitality environment.

• Strong communication skills and fluency in English, both written and spoken.

• Immaculate personal presentation and a passion for hospitality.

• A proactive, hands-on approach with excellent problem-solving abilities.

• The ability to anticipate guest needs and exceed expectations.

• A collaborative spirit and the ability to motivate and develop a team.

• All applicants must hold the right to work in the UK.

Schedule and hours:

• This is a full-time position, contracted at 40 hours per week

• Earliest start time will be 6am, and the latest finish will be around 1am

• The restaurant will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, 7 days a week. Candidates must be flexible to work mornings, evenings and weekends

Just some of the benefits Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge employees enjoy:

• Excellent training and career development opportunities within the Four Seasons brand;

• Up to 20 complimentary nights and unlimited discounted rates at any Four Seasons Hotel or Resort around the world based on years of service;

• Free meals at Pepys Cellar (staff canteen) while on duty including fruits, coffee/tea and fizzy drinks available throughout the day;

• Up to 2 paid Wellness days per year;

• Holiday entitlement increases with years of service up to 33 days off;

• Free Life Insurance;

• Bupa Dental and MediCash plan available;

• Opportunities to build a successful career with global potential;

• Season ticket loan & cycle to work scheme;

• Free uniform dry cleaning;

• Annual Themed Employee Party and many social, charitable and sporting events throughout the year;

• Access to Wagestream – a salary advance benefit;

• Employee Recognition Programmes;

• & many, many more to discover!

We look forward to receiving your application!