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Our Assistant Restaurant Managers play an essential role in delivering an exceptional experience across our Restaurants – delivering tasty food, maintaining operational standards, smashing commercial targets, and ensuring food hygiene, whilst assisting the Restaurant Manager.
Responsibilities
* Oversee the fast-paced restaurant operation, taking responsibility for both the kitchen and front of house
* Lead an engaged team focused on delivering a great customer experience
* Ensure strict compliance with health and safety regulations at all times
* Manage stock effectively to minimise wastage and ensure the kitchen has everything needed to serve customers
* Support the delivery of in-store events, including seasonal highlights such as Breakfast with Santa and regular fixtures like Afternoon Teas
* Communicate effectively with central support teams to maintain smooth operations and provide feedback for business improvements
* Collaborate with the Garden Centre Management team to ensure a safe working environment, a commercially successful store, and a positive workplace for colleagues
Who we are looking for
* Passion for hospitality with proven restaurant management experience
* Commercial awareness, including understanding budgets and profitability through sales and efficiency improvements
* Experience in stock control and adherence to health & safety regulations
* Ability to identify training needs and coach teams to deliver first-class customer service and maintain safety standards
* Adaptability to changing priorities, workload, and regulations
* Positive attitude in managing change, leading teams with care and motivation
* Alignment with our values: teamwork, continuous improvement, positivity, passion for gardens, and customer focus
What we offer
* Generous annual leave entitlement with flexible holidays
* Uncapped store discounts: 50% off in Restaurants, 25% off in Garden Centre, 10% off in food halls
* Access to Wagestream for financial wellbeing support, including early earnings, savings, and advice
* Support from Retail Trust, including confidential support, virtual GP, counselling, and retail rewards
* Development opportunities via Dobbies Academy and eLearning platforms
* A thriving, passionate, diverse culture committed to customer service
About Us
Founded in 1865 by James Dobbie, Dobbies is the UK's only garden centre retailer with stores across all nations. We celebrate garden living year-round through our products, concessions, and services. Many stores feature a restaurant or coffee shop, offering a relaxed environment for customers. We host community events and support a national charity. We are dedicated to being a great place to work, fostering a collaborative environment where colleagues can thrive and succeed.
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