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We are looking for an Assistant Restaurant Manager to join our amazing Retail team in Central London. We are looking for an individual who has a real passion for the Hospitality industry, is keen to be collaborative and takes pride in their work. Every interaction is an opportunity to create a lasting impression, and we’re looking for a talented individual who strives to exceed expectations at every turn. We are a leading business in the catering industry, known for our innovative and obsessed approach, exceptional service, and authentic and delicious culinary offerings. We pride ourselves on delivering memorable workplace dining experiences across multiple locations, catering to a diverse clientele. Our team is passionate about food and dedicated to providing top-notch service. As a member of the team, you will have access to a supportive and inclusive work environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. Investing in your development and provide ongoing training to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role whilst being dedicated to ensuring your work-life balance thus enabling you to pursue your passion for hospitality while also taking care of yourself.
Job Responsibility:
Working closely with the the Restaurant Manager and Head of Retail to oversee operations, supervising staff, ensuring excellent customer service and being a brand ambassador for the department
Deputise in their absence, assisting with rotas and holiday planning
Assist with effectively motivating and lead a team of 22 - leading by example, and ensuring they are adequately trained as necessary
Be visible at service times and control / manage customer flow, overseeing and coordinating the operation
Have a keen interest in food and beverage, and have the drive to innovate and upsell our current F&B offering
Manages day-to-day operations of the Restaurant, so that customer expectations of quality and standards are met daily, including ensuring all tills and menus/digital screens are up to date and correct
Ensure all staff are briefed and in place for service, monitoring their customer service along with standards required, and handle customer complaints with Restaurant Manager and resolve issues, respond in a timely manner in accordance with company KPIs
Oversee the day-to-day operations of 2 of our coffee bars, and be able to support our Head Barista where necessary
Assist in producing weekly, monthly and quarterly reports on service analysis and marketing effectiveness as required
Support with ensuring all legal compliance with regards to health and safety, in particular, liaising with our Retail Chef's to ensure all of our allergen documentation is correct for service
Assist towards achieving financial targets such as monitoring waste with regard to our environmental impact and portion control and assist in monitoring stock inventory
Ensure due diligence records are completed accurately and on time and filed for future reference, all accidents are reported, all legal training is completed and monitor allergen policy
Requirements:
Previous experience working within an Assistant Manager role within a Restaurant (whether in contract catering, or a restaurant/coffee shop environment)
Ability to work within a big team, and motivate and lead from the front
Have a keen interest and passion in all things food and beverage
Excellent level of both written and spoken English
Displaying a ‘can do’ attitude
Organisational skills and ability to plan ahead
Exceptional customer service and ability to handle any customer feedbacks with empathy and understanding, with a proactive solution
Comfortable with using Microsoft office applications including SharePoint, Forms, OneDrive, Outlook etc.
Ability to work under pressure with constantly changing priorities
Analytical approach to problem solving
Nice to have:
A recognised Health and Safety qualification, and/or comfortable managing all legal requirements with regards to Health and Safety, and have a keen understanding of allergens
Understanding of ESG regulations and industry initiatives
Current food legislations
What we offer:
28 Days holiday including bank holidays
Plus your birthday off
Food allowance to use whilst on shift, to ensure you are well nourished during the working day
3 volunteering days
3 days grandparent leave
24 weeks' enhanced maternity leave
Secondary carer leave
Wedding/commitment day leave
Bespoke training and development opportunities
Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels