Assistant Restaurant Manager

Assistant Restaurant Manager - The Farmyard £31,000 per annum plus tronc with on-target earnings up to £36,000 and fantastic benefits Our Assistant Restaurant Manager Reporting to our Restaurant Manager, we are seeking an Assistant Restaurant Manager to ensure the smooth running of our front-of-house team. The ideal candidate will be confident, self-motivated, and passionate about great hospitality. You'll assist in leading a team of nine, consisting of team members and team leaders; a key part of the role will be leading from the front, ensuring the team is immaculately presented and ready to deliver an exceptional guest experience. You'll also work closely with the back-of-house team in our 40-cover restaurant, making a strong working relationship with the kitchen team crucial.
A key focus for The Newt is seasonal, local produce, often grown on our own estate. Therefore, a true passion for this style of food and a desire to share it with your employees, colleagues, and guests is essential. Your role will also involve cultivating the growth of your junior team members, supporting them as they develop into skilled hospitality professionals.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure our guests have a fantastic experience whilst dining with us
Support the Restaurant Manager with the recruitment, training and development of the front of house team
Uphold standards of both the restaurant and the team
Support the Restaurant Manager with rota & holiday, whilst controlling labour cost and staffing levels
Support the Restaurant Manager with stock control and costs
What we can offer A positive workplace environment with opportunities to develop both personally and professionally.
Stay in shape with complimentary use of our gym and wellbeing classes
Look after your wellbeing with complimentary access to our Spa and swimming pool s and our exclusive benefit of 50% off Spa Treatments.
Enjoy shopping in both our shops on estate and online with 30% discount for all our colleagues and free delivery for any online purchases.
Discover exclusive perks with our discounted hotel stays for staff, accompanied by a fantastic 30% discount at our restaurants.
The opportunity to ensure your views are heard and shape the future of the business via our Employee Engine Room.
Complimentary garden membership for the Newt and our partner gardens including the Eden Project, Kew Gardens and The Lost Gardens of Heligan
Complimentary meal whilst on shift, created using fresh produce from our estate by our dedicated staff food chefs
We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our colleague recognition programme Newt Awards with the opportunity to achieve a variety of amazing rewards including a complimentary Hotel Stay.
Support from our Employee Assistance Programme for both yourself and your family
A team that knows how to have fun with regular team engagement activities including monthly Gather and Grow Motivational Speakers and our regular fun squad events, which include activities such as Go-Karting and Wine Tasting , to name but a few.
Up to 30 days annual leave each year for our full-time team
What we're looking for At least 1 years experience in a similar restaurant at team leader level or higher
Excellent customer service skills with the ability to build relationships with our guests
Confident when training & developing team members
Good understanding of computer skills
Fantastic attention to detail
Where you'll be working - The Farmyard Kitchen The Farmyard, a reimagined dairy nestled in the rolling Somerset hillside, our newest hotel project which houses 17 beautiful guest rooms within a newly renovated farmhouse with outbuildings. The Farmyard boasts a swimming pool, games room, honesty bar and 40-cover restaurant. Open breakfast through to dinner and using the finest produce from the estate, we cook in a wood fired oven and our chefs serve straight to the table. Seasonally lead, hearty yet humble sharing dishes with carafes of wine served in a beautiful stone barn, with relaxed yet high-end service and open kitchen.
The Newt in Somerset
Nestled within an expanse of rolling fields and steeped in ancient history, our luxury country estate stands as a haven of refined elegance, inviting guests to explore acres of captivating gardens, meandering pathways, and enriching exhibitions - accessible 364 days a year for our members. Our hotel extends a warm welcome, offering a home-away-from-home experience where impeccable service flourishes in an ambiance of unassuming sophistication. Beyond the estate, the Newt's essence remains tangible, with our Ecommerce teams delivering our finest products to homes, while media and membership endeavours keep them informed of our latest developments. Behind the scenes, a tapestry of talented teams - from Housekeeping to HR, Finance to Farming - collaborates harmoniously, crafting an unforgettable journey of growth, development, and innovation, where every contribution creates unparalleled experiences.

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