Restaurant Assistant Manager

Giggling Restaurants Ltd; Guildford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & Development

Weekly pay

50% staff discount

28 days holiday

Pension scheme

Job summary

Giggling Squid in Guildford is seeking a Restaurant Assistant Manager who loves fresh Thai food, thrives in a busy environment and wants to build a rewarding career with a people-first family business.

You’ll lead by example, coach your team, own the restaurant operations, and ensure warm hospitality and superb guest experiences every shift. We offer training, a competitive salary with service charge, weekly pay, great staff discounts, and routes to professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in a restaurant setting.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Financial awareness and ability to manage costs and budgets.
• Customer-focused hospitality mindset.
• Ability to coach and develop the team.

Responsibilities

• Lead restaurant team and daily operations to deliver excellent guest experiences.
• Coach, develop and uplift your team every day.
• Own the restaurant, the vibe, and the guest journey.
• Maintain strong financials and cost controls while optimizing service.
• Stay calm under pressure as the business grows.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Hospitality

Financial acumen

Staff development

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Restaurant Assistant Manager – 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?

• 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 vibe
• Lead 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.