Assistant Manager

At Rick Stein Restaurants, we're all about fresh seafood, simple cooking done brilliantly, and creating memorable experiences for every guest. We're now looking for an experienced and confident Assistant Manager to join our front-of-house team. This is currently a seasonal position, with the potential to develop into a more permanent role in the future. If you love leading teams, delivering exceptional hospitality, and ensuring smooth restaurant operations, we'd love to meet you. What you'll be doing

• Supporting the General Manager in overseeing daily front-of-house operations
• Leading and motivating the team to deliver outstanding guest experiences
• Ensuring all service standards are upheld across the restaurant
• Managing staff rotas, training, and performance development
• Maintaining high standards in food, drink, and service knowledge, and sharing this with the team
• Monitoring guest satisfaction and resolving any issues promptly and professionally
• Working closely with the kitchen and bar to ensure seamless, efficient service
• Driving sales, upselling, and operational performance
• Assisting with recruitment, onboarding, and mentoring of new team members
  
  Previous experience in a supervisory or assistant management role in a professional hospitality environment
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, confident engaging with guests and colleagues
• A genuine passion for food, wine, and exceptional service
• A hands-on, proactive approach with a focus on teamwork and operational excellence
• Ability to thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment and lead by example, If you're passionate about hospitality and ready to take the next step in your career, apply now and join the front-of-house leadership team at Rick Stein Restaurants.
  
  About Company: St Petroc's Bistro was the second of Rick Stein and Jill Stein's restaurants opened in 1988. Our Bistro has grown over the years specialising in bistro food from Britain, France, Spain and Italy. In 2016 Ruby's Bar was opened next door to St Petroc's Bistro, our front of house team enjoy looking after guests at both St Petroc's Bistro and Ruby's Bar.
  
  Competitive salary plus tips
• Free staff meals and generous discounts across Rick Stein Restaurants, Rooms, and Shops
• Ongoing training and development, including leadership, food, wine, and operational skills
• Opportunities to progress within a respected hospitality group
• A supportive, inclusive team culture
• Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years
• Access to discounts on 100s of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more