Assistant Restaurant Manager — Boutique Hotel Floor Lead

Strawberry; Trondheim; On-site; NOK 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Villa Nord in Trondheim invites applications for an Assistant Restaurant Manager, a role close to the floor, leading shifts and ensuring quality from morning coffee to night cocktails. You will work closely with the Restaurant Manager, kitchen and bar, reporting to the Restaurant Manager.

You will train and develop the service team, plan staff with the Restaurant Manager, and contribute to the hotel's wine program.

Qualifications

• Leads with calm, clarity and warmth.
• Strong sense of quality and detail.
• Thrives in the interplay between kitchen, bar and service.
• Experience with food and wine; sommelier training is a plus.
• Balances efficient operations with human presence.
• Clear, honest and respectful communication.
• Long-term builder motivated by development.

Responsibilities

• Daily operations and shift leadership across breakfast, café and restaurant.
• Visible host for guests and a clear leader for the team on the floor.
• Ensuring a cohesive, personal and consistent guest experience in line with Villa Nord's values.
• Day-to-day training, follow-up and development of the service team.
• Staff planning and flow in collaboration with the Restaurant Manager, kitchen and bar.
• Contributing to the development of the hotel's wine portfolio and wine list.
• Upholding routines, standards and service culture – and suggesting improvements where you see them.
• Deputising for the Restaurant Manager when needed.

Skills

Calm leadership

Attention to detail

Kitchen & service coordination

Wine & food pairing

Operational balance

Clear communication

Long-term mindset

Job description

Villa Nord in Trondheim invites applications for an Assistant Restaurant Manager, a role close to the floor, leading shifts and ensuring quality from morning coffee to night cocktails. You will work closely with the Restaurant Manager, kitchen and bar, reporting to the Restaurant Manager.

You will train and develop the service team, plan staff with the Restaurant Manager, and contribute to the hotel's wine program.