Restaurant Assistant Manager

Job Description:

Restaurant Assistant Manager

Are you a real people person with a warm and personable character who thrives on creating memorable guest experiences? Roseacre Pub Company is looking for an Assistant Manager to join our Ashby-de-la-Zouch team as we continue to grow.

We’re passionate about pubs done properly – where hospitality, community, and people come first.

Why Join Us?

Here’s what makes us stand out:

• Competitive salary £29,000–£32,000 DOE
• Ongoing training and support from both internal and external providers
• Team culture with away days and fundraising activities – we believe in having fun while making a difference
• 28 days holiday
• Meals on shift & staff discount

What You’ll Do

As Assistant Manager, you’ll play a key role in making every shift run smoothly. Working closely with your General Manager, you’ll:

• Lead & Motivate: Coach, inspire, and support your team to deliver consistently high standards.
• Deliver Guest Excellence: Ensure every guest leaves with a smile, handling queries warmly and professionally.
• Drive Operations: Manage daily shifts, stock control, and compliance with health & safety standards.
• Develop People: Support training and development so every team member feels valued and able to grow.
• Contribute Commercially: Keep an eye on costs and efficiency to help achieve financial targets.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is more than just experienced – someone who is naturally warm, personable, and thrives on connecting with others and making a real impact to guest experience.

• Previous supervisory or assistant manager experience within a food led hospitality environment (pubs or restaurants are key)
• Strong leadership skills – you know how to bring out the best in a team with a natural ability to inspire.
• Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Flexible, organised, and happy to work evenings and weekends as part of a rota.
• Passionate about food, drink, and creating memorable guest experiences.

Location & Hours

• Full-time, in-person role at our Ashby-de-la Zouch establishment.
• Evening and weekend shifts included on a rota basis.

Be part of a business that puts people first. If you’re a real people person with a warm, approachable style, we’d love to hear from you.