Restaurant Assistant Manager

Giggling Restaurants Ltd; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Weekly pay

Service charge

Staff discount 50%

Pension scheme

Trips to Thailand

Job summary

Giggling Squid is seeking a Restaurant Assistant Manager to lead the team and oversee daily operations at our Chelmsford site. You will drive guest experiences, coach staff, and ensure service standards across all shifts.

This role requires proven restaurant management skills, a passion for Thai cuisine, and a hands-on approach to leadership. You’ll work with a busy team in a fast-paced environment, focusing on hospitality, financial awareness, and staff development.

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in branded or independent restaurants.
• Passion for real food and warm hospitality.
• Ability to own the restaurant, team and guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the restaurant and team to deliver consistent service.
• Coach, develop and uplift the team daily.
• Oversee operational standards and guest experience.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Hospitality focus

Financial understanding

Coaching & development

Job description

Restaurant Assistant Manager

Join the Giggling Squid Family – Where Passion, People & Thai Food Come Together

Giggling Squid is the UK’s largest Thai restaurant group and still growing fast. We are a passionate, people-first family business with a deep respect for Thai culture, authentic food, and creating unforgettable guest experiences. From our vibrant kitchens to our welcoming dining rooms, we believe the spirit of generosity should flow through everything we do – and that starts with our people. Our family values and love for Thai culture are what set us apart – and we’re proud of it.

If you’re a natural leader who loves fresh food, thrives in a busy environment, and wants to build a rewarding career with a company that genuinely cares, we’d love to meet you.

Why Join Us?

Because here, you're not just running a restaurant as an Assistant Manager – you're becoming part of a story, a culture, and a team that lifts each other up. Here’s what we offer:

• Incredible Training & Development – Whether you’re refining your skills or aiming higher, we’ll support your growth
• Competitive salary + service charge
• Weekly pay – every Friday, without fail
• Authentic, freshly-cooked Thai food every shift – because you deserve the good stuff too
• 50% staff discount – for you, your family, your friends
• 28 days holiday, pension scheme & access to learning tools
• Long Service Awards – because loyalty should be celebrated
• Apprenticeships & Qualifications – learn as you lead
• Trips to Thailand – immerse yourself in the culture that inspires us
• No early mornings – we like our sleep too

You’ll thrive here as an Assistant Manager if you:

• Have a passion for real food and warm hospitality – our guests feel the difference
• Bring proven management experience – from branded or independent restaurants
• Take full ownership – of the restaurant, the team, the vibeLead by example – coach, develop and uplift your team every day
• Are detail-obsessed – because great service is all in the little things
• Can stay cool under pressure – adapting with confidence as we grow
• Understand the business side – with a solid handle on financials

Above all, you care. About your team. About your guests. And about doing things the right way.

Ready to lead something special? If you're ready to take the next step in your hospitality career, with a company that truly values you and offers space to grow, we’d love to hear from you.