Assistant Manager – Award-Winning Restaurant & Micro Farm (Lichfield)
Location: Lichfield | Salary: Up to £34,000 + Tronc | Contract: Full-time, 48 hours | Start Date: 31st August 2025
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About the Venue
This is an award-winning restaurant with its own micro farm, celebrated for modern, ingredient-led dining. Featured in the Michelin Guide and recognised with multiple accolades, it combines exceptional food with relaxed, genuine hospitality.
We’re now looking for an Assistant Manager to join the team and help drive standards as the restaurant continues pushing towards higher recognition and accolades.
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The Role
As Assistant Manager, you’ll play a key part in the day-to-day running of the restaurant, working closely with the Restaurant Manager to deliver an outstanding guest experience. You’ll support and develop younger members of the team, lead by example on the floor, and ensure a safe, clean, and professional environment at all times.
Responsibilities include:
* Assisting in running the restaurant to an exceptional standard
* Supporting and mentoring junior staff members
* Ensuring smooth, efficient service alongside the management team
* Maintaining health, safety, and hygiene standards
* Using your experience to contribute to the restaurant’s ongoing growth and success
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What We Offer
* Salary up to £34,000 + Tronc
* 48-hour contract, working Thursday–Sunday
* Meals on duty
* Staff parking
* The chance to be part of an ambitious, award-winning restaurant aiming for further accolades
* A supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth
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About You
We’re looking for someone with:
* Proven front-of-house experience in quality restaurants (AA Rosette, Michelin, or similar standard)
* Strong leadership and communication skills
* A hands-on approach with the ability to inspire and support others
* High standards and attention to detail
* A passion for hospitality and progression
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This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious hospitality professional to develop their career in one of Lichfield’s leading restaurants.
Apply now and play a key role in the next chapter of this award-winning destination.