Assistant Restaurant Manager

Job Title: Assistant Restaurant Manager
Salary: £42,000 circa + service charge 
Work Type: 50 hours per week over 5 days
Schedule: Wednesday – Sunday 
Location: Lancashire
Start Date: ASAP

Overview 
A fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK’s most highly regarded luxury dining operations as Assistant Restaurant Manager. Working within an exceptional Michelin-starred restaurant renowned for its outstanding food, service and attention to detail, you’ll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the restaurant and lead the front of house team.
The role would also suit an experienced Head Waiter looking to take the next step into management, offering excellent exposure, development and progression within an exceptional dining operation.

Responsibilities

• Support the Restaurant Manager with the day-to-day running of the restaurant, ensuring a smooth and efficient operation.
• Supervise, motivate and support the restaurant team, leading by example and maintaining high service standards.
• Take responsibility for managing the floor and delivering an exceptional guest experience throughout each service.
• Train and develop front of house team members, ensuring they have the knowledge and skills to deliver consistently high standards.
• Deal confidently with guest feedback and complaints, resolving issues professionally and maintaining a positive experience.
• Take full responsibility for the restaurant in the absence of the Restaurant Manager, ensuring the team and service operate effectively.

Candidate Requirements

• 2 years’ supervisory or management experience within a high-end restaurant, ideally in a two or three Michelin-starred environment.
• Strong fine dining background with a proven track record of delivering exceptional service and maintaining high standards.
• Excellent knowledge and genuine passion for food and drink, with strong attention to detail.
• Strong background within accoladed, high-end restaurants.
• Confident, personable and hands-on leader with excellent communication and decision-making skills.
• Experienced Head Waiter or Supervisor with the ambition to progress into an Assistant Restaurant Manager position.

Benefits 

• Competitive salary – £42,000 circa + service charge 
• Meals provided on shift 
• Private healthcare and staff meals
• Summer and winter closure periods, plus Christmas off
• Staff discounts, rewards and regular social events
• Company pension

How to apply 
To apply for this role, please send your CV/resume to: 
laura.iveson@achievehospitality.com