Assistant Restaurant Manager Salary: £28,600 per year Location: Rutland Job Type: Full-time, PermanentI am partnering with a highly regarded hospitality business in Oakham to recruit an Assistant Restaurant Manager to join their Food & Beverage team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced hospitality professional to support the management of the restaurant and bar, afternoon teas, and private events, delivering exceptional guest experiences in a beautiful setting.Key Responsibilities: Act as the first point of contact for guests, ensuring high standards of service in a professional yet welcoming mannerAssist in managing the daily operations of the restaurant and bar, maintaining a clean, well-presented environmentSupport the training, development, and mentoring of junior team members to maintain consistent quality and performanceHandle cash, card transactions, till operations, and end-of-shift reconciliationsPrepare and serve beverages including coffee, soft drinks, cocktails, and alcoholAdvise guests on food and beverage pairings and provide guidance to the team on service standards and product knowledge Skills & Experience: Experience in a supervisory or management role within a food & beverage or hospitality environmentStrong customer service skills with an eye for detailKnowledge of high-end food, wines, cheeses, and cocktailsAbility to lead and motivate a team to deliver consistent service standardsPassionate about creating memorable guest experiencesEnergetic, enthusiastic, and proactive Benefits: Competitive salary of £28,600 per year28 days holiday increasing with service up to 33, including bank holidays40-hour working week with flexible shifts including mornings, evenings, and weekendsEmployee discounts and complimentary meals while on dutyFree on-site parkingAccess to 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme This role is based in Oakham, so candidates should be able to reliably commute or be open to relocation.