Assistant Restaurant Manager – Authentic Italian Restaurant, Cheltenham Cheltenham | Full-time | £32,500 Tronc | Career Progression An exciting opportunity has opened up at one of Cheltenham’s most talked-about new openings — a stylish and authentic Italian restaurant offering elevated hospitality in a warm, welcoming setting. Following the huge success of its sister site, this independent venue is gaining strong momentum and now seeks a talented Assistant Restaurant Manager to join the team. What You’ll Do: As Assistant Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping and delivering a premium guest experience rooted in genuine Italian hospitality. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include: Overseeing smooth and professional service across lunch and dinner Managing the booking system, including private dining and corporate events Supporting the General Manager with team training, development, and morale Leading by example with warm, knowledgeable, and attentive service Working closely with the kitchen and bar teams to ensure seamless service flow What We’re Looking For: Experience in a similar front-of-house management or supervisory role A love for Italian food, culture, and service style Strong organisational and guest-facing skills Comfortable managing private hire, special bookings, and guest relationships Wine knowledge and enthusiasm for food pairings (WSET not required) A proactive, professional and personable leader who thrives in a busy, dynamic setting What We Offer: £32,500 starting salary Tronc on top – 12.5% service charge shared across the team, including managers 45–46 hours/week over 5 days, with 2 days off Short breaks during shifts – no long or traditional split shifts Clear pathway to Restaurant Manager and future senior roles Supportive and tight-knit team culture – no egos, just great hospitality Growth opportunities – this is the second site, with a third already in planning Involvement in private events, wine service, and bookings About the Group: This growing independent restaurant group is committed to delivering thoughtful, consistent, and elevated hospitality. The original site has earned a strong reputation for smooth service and high-volume covers, regularly hosting 500 guests over a weekend. The Cheltenham restaurant is following suit, offering the same high standards in a new, vibrant space. Interested? Apply now with your CV or get in touch for a confidential chat. We’d love to invite you in, show you the space, and introduce you to the team.