Assistant Manager - Head Waiter - Restaurant - new opening

Assistant Manager required for a Restaurant looking to open soon. An exciting opportunity to be part of a new team at this Restaurant, which will also cater for weddings and other functions. Head Waiter also sought.

This role would suit a current Head Waiter /Assistant Manager, looking for a first senior management position. As Assistant Manager, you will be responsible for the hands on day to day supervision within this restaurant operation which also has a function room. Our client is looking for a good all round back ground to include previous supervisory / managerial experience of bar / restaurant / wedding and other function service operations and you will require a hands on approach, being on the floor engaging with your guests ensuring maximum customer satisfaction.

As Assistant Manager, this role would require that you are on duty at the busy times - evenings and week-ends leading your team from the front. A hands on role which will involve training and motivating your food and beverage team.

All administration and financial management functions for this restaurant will be undertaken by the owners / Directors allowing you to be at the forefront of the business on the floor.

A sample of duties for the Assistant Manager requirements:

• That you supervise, train, motivate, develop and lead your team to ensure the smooth delivery of service to maintain standards
• Ensure the restaurant / food and beverage areas are ready for service and resetting for next service
• Meeting and greeting guests
• Ensuring the service of food and beverages is in a smooth and timely manner and in accordance to standards set
• Ensuring guest satisfaction
• Promote / increase food and beverage sales
• Good wine knowledge desirable
• Ensure the work area is clean and tidy
• Manage the service - especially evenings and weekends
• Excellent communication skills with a passion for guest service
• Hands on role, on the floor
• Compliance with government guidelines and statutory regulations

The salary for this opportunity of Assistant Manager is given as competitive up to £35,000+ plus - negotiable / per annum / plus a share of the tips. Possibility of accommodation on site if required on a temp basis, however live out preferred, transport will be needed due to location in the local area. Head Waiter role is also sought for this new opening.

Please send an up-to-date copy of your Curriculum Vitae.

N.E. Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

We look forward to receiving all applications, however due to the high number of applications, we are only able to contact candidates which closely match the level of skills and experience of the requirements of our clients. However, for more information or opportunities please contact us or forward your cv for consideration.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.