Overview
Assistant Restaurant Manager – Prezzo Italian
£29400 - 34500 basic salary, plus tronc and bonus. As an Assistant Manager at Prezzo Italian, you’ll be at the heart of the restaurant – working alongside your General Manager to deliver standout dining experiences and strong operational results. You’ll play a key role in uniting and supporting your team, helping everyone give their best. By building strong, trusting relationships with both guests and team members, you’ll foster a warm, welcoming environment where people feel valued and connected. Above all, you’ll take pride in raising the bar—leading with heart, championing high standards, and making sure every guest leaves feeling genuinely cared for.
Responsibilities
* Respond quickly to challenges, keeping service and performance on track.
* Make every guest interaction personal and memorable.
* Use insight and problem-solving to support business success.
* Stay aligned with your team and GM on daily goals and priorities.
Our People
* Celebrate team achievements to cultivate motivation and recognition.
* Recruit, train, and develop talent with structured onboarding and growth plans. Support retention and career progression through coaching and performance reviews.
* Apply People policies fairly and consistently. Promote an inclusive, collaborative culture across all teams.
* Train and empower the team to deliver exceptional service with strong menu knowledge.
* Lead pre-shift briefings to align on updates, targets, and priorities.
* Handle guest feedback professionally, resolving concerns proactively.
* Support team to engage with guests, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
* Support the General Manager in driving sales, marketing, and community engagement. Maximise restaurant capacity through efficient table management while upholding service standards.
* Monitor and manage financial metrics to ensure profitability. Assist with forecasting, budgeting, and performance target setting.
* Oversee daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety, hygiene, and audit standards. Maintain top cleanliness, presentation, and atmosphere to meet brand standards.
* Lead the restaurant in the General Manager’s absence.
* Develop future leaders, developing internal growth.
* Proactively solve operational challenges for smooth service.
Experience We Value
* 2-3+ years’ experience as a manager in the Hospitality Industry.
* Comfortable working in a fast paced and growing business.
* Excellent organisational skills; able to prioritise, multi-task and meet tight deadlines. Commercially astute with experience of setting and delivering against targets.
* Excellent customer service skills and commercial awareness.
* Previous experience in similar role with good knowledge of health & safety, food safety and employee relations matters.
* Good interpersonal and communication skills.
* Problem-solving skills, ability to prioritise and show initiative.
* Good computer literacy and ability to promote mutual respect and teamwork.
* Ability to embrace change with a positive outlook.
Prezzo Perks: What’s in it for you?
* TRONC and Commission Schemes – earn more as you drive success!
* 50% off food and drink at Prezzo, free meals on shift, and at least 25% discount for family and friends.
* Your birthday off!
* Employee Assistance Programme & GP appointment helpline.
* Grow with us - Career development opportunities & internal progression pathways.
Apply Now
Whether you’re starting or looking to grow your career, apply today and be part of the Prezzo family!
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
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* Restaurants
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