Assistant Restaurant Manager Are you a passionate hospitality professional with a flair for leadership and a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences? Do you enjoy supporting teams, driving high standards, and working in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment? Join us at Ragdale Hall Spa as an Assistant Restaurant Manager and take the next step in your career. You’ll play a key role in supporting the Dining Room Manager, leading a dedicated team, and ensuring every guest receives outstanding food and service. As an Assistant Restaurant Manager, you’ll gain hands-on experience across all areas of restaurant operations while developing your leadership skills in a supportive and high-quality environment. Main Duties: • Support recruitment, training, and development of the team, including trial shifts and appraisals. • Lead, coach, and motivate team members, setting a positive example at all times.
• Assist in overseeing daily restaurant operations, ensuring excellent food and drink service. • Be present during service, leading in the absence of the Dining Room Manager.
• Handle guest enquiries and complaints efficiently, ensuring high levels of satisfaction. • Monitor stock levels, place orders, and support cost control and revenue targets.
• Ensure accurate use of EPOS systems, cash handling, and administrative tasks. • Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety, hygiene, and allergen compliance.
• Complete daily checks, manage staff absences, and support performance management. • Communicate effectively across departments and contribute to service improvements. Qualifications & Skills Required: • Previous experience in a supervisory or assistant management role within hospitality. • Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities. • Passion for delivering high-quality guest service.
• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene, and allergen management. • Experience with EPOS systems is desirable.
• Positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop. Hours of Work: • 39 hours per week • Worked on a rota basis to include some weekends Salary: • Competitive salary (dependent on experience) Work Perks: • Opportunities to earn gratuities on top of your salary. • Exciting career development opportunities within the company.
• Complimentary meals during your shifts, plus regular treats. • Free on-site parking.
• Staff accommodation may be available in Melton Mowbray. • Free transport from Melton Mowbray and Asfordby.
• Exclusive access to gym facilities and selected exercise classes. • Access to our luxurious Thermal Spa.
• Generous discounts across retail areas and food & drink outlets. • 50% off most beauty treatments.
• Discounted stays and day packages for you, your friends, and family. • Employee referral scheme with bonus rewards.
• Long service recognition and rewards. • Access to Employee Wellbeing Programme and exclusive discounts.
• A fun, friendly, and welcoming team environment. If you’re ready to step into a leadership role and grow your career in a supportive, high-quality hospitality environment, we’d love to welcome you to Team Ragdale!