Restaurant Assistant Manager - Heathrow Airport

Optime Group; Coventry; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company is seeking an experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager at Heathrow Airport. You will support the Restaurant Manager in a fast-paced environment while leading a team to deliver exceptional customer service. The position offers a salary of £32,000 to £38,500 per year and requires flexibility for shifts. Applicants must have a strong background in hospitality management and a proven ability to meet operational goals.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Full training provided

Immediate start available

Qualifications

• Experienced in high-volume restaurants with hands-on hospitality management.
• Proven ability to hit operational goals, P&L targets, and KPIs.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety, Licensing, and Food Hygiene regulations.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support the Restaurant Manager in running a busy, branded restaurant.
• Guide and coach the team to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Assist in achieving P&L targets and controlling labor and waste.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and Food Hygiene regulations.

Skills

Hospitality management

Leadership

Customer service

Health & Safety knowledge

Multitasking

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Restaurant Assistant Manager - Heathrow Airport, Longford

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Client:

Optime Group

Location:

Longford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Aviation Recruitment Experts Optime are seeking an experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager to join a restaurant at Heathrow Airport. This is an incredible opportunity to work with a well-known, dynamic brand, in a fast-paced, high-footfall environment where no two days are the same.

What's on offer:

• Rate of pay: DOE £32,000 to £38,500 per year plus TRONC
• Shift pattern: Full Time
• Up to 48 hours per week
• Weekly pay (Every Friday)
• Full training provided
• Temp to Perm after 12 successful week
• Immediate Start date after passing 2nd interview.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Restaurant Manager in the smooth running of a busy, branded restaurant within the airport terminal
• Guide, coach, and energise your team to deliver consistent and exceptional customer service
• Take hands-on responsibility across service, kitchen, and admin functions during shifts
• Assist in achieving P&L targets, KPI goals, and maximising profitability while controlling labour and waste
• Ensure strict compliance with Health & Safety, Food Hygiene, and Licensing Laws
• Maintain accurate records, oversee daily cash handling, and support stock and inventory control
• Act as a role model, demonstrating high standards of communication, organisation, and problem-solving
• Confidently deal with escalated customer issues and adapt to operational challenges with ease
• Foster a culture of teamwork, development, and continuous improvement

Shifts:

The Airport is operational 7 days per week, and candidates will be working on a 5 on 3 off rolling rota. Full flexibility is required, as shifts can start as early as 05:00am and finish as late as 01:00am, depending on airport demand.

• 03:00am to 11:00am
• 07:00am to 14:00pm
• 15:00pm to 23:00pm
• 17:00pm to 00:00am

Requirements:

• Experienced in the fast-paced world of high-volume restaurants, with hands-on hospitality management
• Proven ability to hit operational goals, P&L targets, and KPIs
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety, Licensing, and Food Hygiene regulations
• Natural leader and confident communicator, continually refining your leadership skills
• Excellent at multitasking and prioritising in a high-pressure, time-sensitive environment
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Valid Passport or Driving Licence / Birth Certificate / National ID card
• You must have lived in the UK for the last 3 years (for airport security clearance)
• UK Settled Status (if applicable)
• Proof of National Insurance
• Proof of (current) address
• 5-year address history
• 5-year work/education/personal reference history

PLEASE NOTE: As this role is based in a UK airport, successful applicants must be able to provide a 5-year checkable history in line with CAA and airport security regulations.

For an opportunity to interview for this exciting and rewarding leadership role, please submit your CV to apply!