We are currently looking for an experienced Assistant Manager to support our current manager team in the of our 450-cover Restaurant
Responsibilities:
* Supporting the Management team in the efficient management of Fred & Ivy's Restaurant including kitchen and front of house teams.
* To help manage, motivate and develop a team of up to 40 staff to deliver a high standard of food preparation, service and customer care.
* Ensure all food is prepared to a high standard as per company policy and current legislation.
* Deliver an outstanding service to customers at all times.
* Implement and maintain the statutory and company standards of hygiene, health and safety and take any action as necessary.
* Assist in ordering supplies, managing stock and controlling wastage.
* Help manage staffing including rotas, holidays and absences, ensuring adequate cover at all times.
* Help with the hiring and training of new staff.
About You:
* Extensive hands-on front and back of house experience in a high quality busy restaurant/catering environment.
* A hands-on manager or supervisor looking for the next step in your career, with exceptionally high standards of service and food presentation, willing to operate at the forefront of service.
* Experience in a high volume operation.
* Staff management, recruitment and training experience.
* Excellent interpersonal and management skills to co-ordinate with the kitchen and front of house teams.
* Fully conversant with food hygiene regulations, relevant Health and Safety legislation and have appropriate qualifications.
* A keen eye for cost-control, budgeting, profitability and efficiency.
* Experience of purchasing and stock control.
* Strong organisational and time management skills.
* Good computer skills covering email, Word and Excel.
* Previous experience as a chef is not necessary, but you must have a passion for food.
Hours:
* Full Time, 5 days out of 7.
* As the restaurant is open only during Garden Centre hours, there is no requirement to work evenings or split shifts. Hours do vary over the Christmas period.
* Due to the nature of the business, the successful candidate will need to have a flexible approach to working hours, especially weekends and Bank Holidays, as these are our busiest times.
Salary: A rewarding salary package commensurate with experience.
Benefits: Pension, staff discount, subsidised meals, free parking.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £30,000.00-£33,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Discounted or free food
* On-site parking
* Store discount
Work Location: In person