ASSISTANT MANAGER BRAINTREE FREEPORT SHOPPING VILLAGE
Location
Set in a busy Braintree shopping village location, our
beautiful restaurant offers 150 indoor covers and our charming outdoor terrace.
Whether it’s a quick lunch or a long, lazy dinner, Wildwood delivers memorable
experiences and now, we’re looking for you to help lead the
show.
Here’s why you’ll love working with us
• Earn up to £38,000 per year (based on a 45-hour, hourly
paid contract including tips (and they really add up!)
• Because you’re paid hourly, every extra hour you work is paid
• Enjoy a healthy work-life balance… no super early starts, no late nights, and
closed on Christmas Day
• Work alongside a supportive, experienced, and hands-on General Manager
Who are we
Wildwood (part of the Bow Street Group) has been doing
Italian inspired food, great cocktails, and characterful venues since 2006.
Every site has its own look and feel, but one thing stays the same: Casual
excellence. Full table service, delivered with flair, confidence,
and personality. No scripts. No robotic service. Just great hospitality.
With 30 restaurants and big expansion plans for 2026,
there’s serious room to grow with us!
We’re looking for a personality-packed Assistant Manager
You’re confident, energetic, and impossible to ignore in the
best way. Whether welcoming guests, leading a buzzing service, or handing out
tasters to passersby, you’ll embody the Wildwood magic. You’ll set the tone
with your passion for perfection, ensuring every shift runs flawlessly both
front and back of house.
We want someone who demands the best from themselves and
their team when it comes to service, cleanliness, presentation, and overall
atmosphere. You’re not just good; you’re meticulous.
What we need from you:
* A
people magnet: warm, engaging, and full of charisma
* A
natural leader who can motivate and inspire a team
* A
hands-on host who works the floor and the pavement!
* Someone
with an eagle eye for detail and a passion for perfection
* A
pro who can juggle restaurant and bar operations with ease
Your day-to-day:
* Running
slick, high-energy services with genuine hospitality
* Leading
and supporting the front-of-house team
* Driving
footfall and sales with creative outreach (tasters, engagement, flair!)
* Handling
all things people-related – from recruitment and training to team
wellbeing and performance management
* Managing
stock levels, placing accurate orders, and working with suppliers
* Keeping
tight control on labour, rotas, and productivity
* Ensuring
all operational tasks (including health & safety, compliance and cash
handling) are delivered to the highest standard
* Ensuring
every guest leaves feeling wowed
* Representing
Wildwood with style, confidence, and passion
If delivering brilliant guest service and leading from the floor is your thing, we’d love you to apply.