Duty Manager - Bridgwater

Prezzo Italian; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular restaurant chain in Bridgwater is seeking a Duty Manager to oversee daily operations and lead the service team. You will be responsible for opening and closing the restaurant, ensuring smooth handovers between shifts, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. Ideal candidates will have experience in hospitality, strong communication skills, and a passion for food and service. The role offers competitive pay, flexible shifts, and numerous perks, including free meals and significant discounts.

Benefits

Free meals on shift

50% staff discount (25% friends & family)

Birthday day off

Wellbeing support

Exclusive hospitality rewards

Qualifications

• Experience in a hospitality team role required.
• Confidence to lead the team during busy service is essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must.
• Basic understanding of compliance practices is required.
• Flexibility and eagerness to grow into leadership is desired.

Responsibilities

• Act as keyholder for opening and closing the restaurant.
• Lead service during shifts when managers are not present.
• Ensure smooth handover between shifts and maintain communication.
• Handle cashing up, compliance paperwork, and stock checks.
• Motivate the team during busy periods and respond to guest feedback.

Skills

Experience in a hospitality team role (e.g. server, bartender, supervisor)

Confidence to lead a team

Strong communication and people skills

Basic understanding of compliance and health & safety

Flexible and reliable

Job description

Duty Manager - Bridgwater

Duty Manager - Prezzo Italian

"Put Your Heart into It"
12.61 per hour (13.11 per hour when Manager on Shift) - plus tronc/tips, commission, & perks!

Are you ready to step up in hospitality and take on extra responsibility while still being part of the restaurant floor team? At Prezzo Italian, we're looking for a Duty Manager to bridge the gap between our Waiting Staff and Management team. This is more than a job - it's your chance to develop leadership skills, learn the business, and lead shifts with confidence while delivering unforgettable guest experiences.

What You'll Do

• Act as keyholder and take responsibility for opening and closing the restaurant.
• Lead service during shifts when the GM/Assistant Manager is not present.
• Deliver Hospitality Magic by setting the tone for service on the floor.
• Support smooth handover between shifts and maintain communication with managers.
• Assist with cashing up, compliance paperwork, and stock checks.
• Step into a leadership role during busy periods, motivating and guiding the team.
• Respond to guest feedback with professionalism and positivity.
• Champion HEART values and act as a role model to newer team members.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in a hospitality team role (e.g. server, bartender, supervisor).
• Confidence to lead a team during busy service.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• Basic understanding of compliance, cashing up, and health & safety.
• Flexible, reliable, and eager to grow into leadership.
• Passion for food and hospitality.

Why Join Prezzo Italian?

• Structured training and clear career pathways to Assistant Manager and beyond.
• Competitive pay, tronc/tips, commission and recognition for your achievements.
• Flexible shifts and a supportive workplace culture.
• Perks that matter: free meals on shift, 50% staff discount (25% friends & family), birthday day off, wellbeing support, and exclusive hospitality rewards.
• Be part of a team-first business where teamwork makes the magic.

Ready to join a team that thrives on pride, pace, and purpose - and discover a place where your heart makes the magic? Apply now and discover where you truly belong.