Shift Manager (New Guildford Location!)

Pasta Evangelists Ltd; Guildford; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and passionate team as a Shift Manager at a new fresh pasta restaurant in Guildford! This exciting role involves leading the restaurant floor, ensuring exceptional service and food quality, and fostering a positive environment. If you have a natural flair for leadership and a love for Italian cuisine, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your skills and contribute to a growing business. Enjoy competitive benefits, regular team socials, and the chance to be part of a unique dining experience that will delight customers. Your passion for food and hospitality will shine as you help create memorable moments for every guest!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Dynamic team environment

Growing business opportunities

Regular team socials

28 days holiday

Complementary staff food & drinks

Performance driven Bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Solid experience as a Shift Manager or in a similar role in hospitality.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee restaurant operations and ensure a positive dining experience.
• Train new team members and manage shifts effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Motivation

Problem Solving

Food Safety Knowledge

Customer Service

Job description

Shift Manager (New Guildford Location!)

Department: Restaurants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Guildford - Restaurant

Reporting To: Restaurant General Manager

Compensation: £13.00 / hour

Description

We are looking for a full or part time passionate, big personality and energetic Shift Manager who can help us to lead from the front and create exceptional dining experiences at our new Guildford fresh pasta restaurant. We won’t just be cooking and serving our customers the freshest pasta in town (although that’s a big part of it!), but opening doors to one of the coolest locations in town.

As Shift Manager, you’ll lead by example, overseeing operations during your shift and fostering a positive environment where our passion for authentic Italian cuisine shines through. We want to hear from candidates who ooze passion, are confident, charming & wear an easy smile with customers, and who want to be part of our exceptional new fresh pasta concept coming to Guildford.

What you'll do at Pasta Evangelists:

• To be in charge of the restaurant floor and kitchen, ensuring everything runs like clockwork.
• Uphold cleanliness, food safety, and operational procedures in both front-of-house and back-of-house areas.
• Oversee the kitchen and dining area, making sure every dish that leaves the kitchen is a masterpiece.
• Be the go-to person for our amazing front and back of house staff.
• Proactively address challenges and make quick, effective decisions to ensure seamless service.
• Engage warmly with our guests, helping them to explore our menu, offering personalised recommendations and answering any questions with passion.
• Train new team members and keep the current crew sharp with ongoing training sessions.
• Manage the shifts and time-off requests to keep the restaurant fully staffed and ready to roll.
• Handle cash and reconcile transactions with precision and honesty.
• Be happy to help with budget planning and finding smart ways to control costs.
• Conduct regular Food and Health & Safety checks and jump into action if something needs fixing.
• Keep the vibe positive, even during busy shifts.

Who you are:

• You've got some solid experience as a Shift Manager or in a similar role in hospitality.
• You're a natural leader who loves motivating and guiding a team.
• You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• You handle stressful situations like a pro.
• You have a genuine passion for great food and hospitality.
• You never miss a beat and take pride in delivering perfection in every task.
• You thrive in a collaborative environment.
• Bonus point! Any experience in coffee, wine, and pasta would be advantageous.

What we can offer:

• Competitive salary to attract the best talent
• Join a dynamic, fast-moving & diverse team
• Join a growing business with growing opportunities
• Regular team socials and pasta tastings
• 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Complementary staff food & drinks while on shift
• Performance driven Bonus scheme

Who we are:

ARA Pasta are the first Franchise partner of Pasta Evangelists who will be operating Pasta Evangelists restaurants in South London and South East of England. Our ambitious development plans to grow the business over the next few years provide exciting opportunities to develop a career with us.