Deputy Manager

Tenpin - Bristol; Bristol; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment venue in Bristol seeks a passionate Deputy Manager to ensure a fun and customer-focused environment. You will manage daily operations, support the General Manager, and lead a team dedicated to exceptional service. Ideal candidates have at least a year of management experience in leisure or hospitality and excel in team development. The role offers industry-leading benefits including a bonus scheme, extensive holiday, and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Industry-leading bonus scheme

33 days holiday

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption leave

Retailer discounts

Free Bowling for family & friends

Free Food (when working 6+ hours)

Employee Assistance Programme

Life assurance (4x annual salary)

Birthday off

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of management experience in leisure, hospitality, or retail.
• Passionate about exceptional customer service.
• Experience in leading and developing large teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the centre.
• Create a customer-focused culture.
• Lead the team by example for effective collaboration.
• Deputise for the General Manager, and support in achieving targets and KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

Skills

Management experience

Customer service

Team leadership

Positive attitude

Ambition

Job description

Are you a driven, passionate leader who can create a fun environment for our customers and team while meeting company objectives?

We have something fun for all the family to do, regardless of age. Our centres are fantastic places to visit, and even better places to work in. Why not come and help us entertain?

We love to entertain—it's in our DNA! Beyond bowling, we offer Houdini’s Escape Rooms, Karaoke, a 4D Laser Arena, Soft Play, Arcade Machines, Pool Tables, licensed bars with cocktails, and a fabulous food menu.

The Role

As a Deputy Manager at Tenpin, you'll ensure our customers have a great time and create a fun environment for both them and our team. You'll support the General Manager with daily operations, team development, and driving sales and profits. Your duties include:

• Manage daily operations of the centre
• Create a customer-focused culture
• Lead the team by example for effective collaboration
• Deputise for the General Manager, and support in achieving targets and KPIs
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

Skills You Need

• Minimum 1 year of management experience in leisure, hospitality or retail
• Passionate about exceptional customer service
• Have experience in leading and developing large teams
• Determined, enthusiastic and patient
• Ambitious and eager to progress

Our Fantastic Benefits

• Industry-leading bonus scheme
• 33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Adoption leave
• Tenpin Treats – Retailer discounts and Best Doctors
• Free Bowling for family & friends
• Free Food (when working 6+ hours)
• Medicash
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free counselling
• Life assurance (4x annual salary)
• Birthday off
• Long Service Awards

Career Development

Looking for career development? Tenpin is the place to start. We value great people and offer opportunities for advancement, with many of our managers having started as Team Members.

What Happens Next?

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