Assistant Restaurant Manager

Award-Winning 2 AA Rosette Luxury Brasserie

Berkshire

£45,000 + Approx. £4,500–£5,000 Annual Service Charge

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager to join the leadership team of an award-winning 2 AA Rosette luxury brasserie, set within one of the UK's most prestigious five-star country house hotels.

Offering exceptional seasonal cuisine alongside warm, intuitive hospitality, this renowned restaurant has established itself as one of Berkshire's leading dining destinations. This is an outstanding opportunity to further your management career within a luxury environment where service excellence and genuine guest experiences are at the heart of everything they do.

The Venue

Located within a stunning five-star country house hotel, this 2 AA Rosette restaurant offers a relaxed yet refined dining experience centred around exceptional seasonal produce, expertly crafted dishes and outstanding hospitality.

The restaurant has built an enviable reputation for combining the highest standards of service with a welcoming atmosphere, creating memorable experiences for both hotel guests and destination diners alike.

Working alongside an experienced management team, you'll play a key role in maintaining these exceptional standards while developing and inspiring a talented front of house brigade.

The Role

As Assistant Restaurant Manager, you'll support the Restaurant Manager in overseeing the day-to-day operation of the restaurant, ensuring every service is delivered seamlessly and to the highest possible standard.

Leading by example on the floor, you'll motivate and develop the team, build lasting relationships with guests and take responsibility for the restaurant in the Restaurant Manager's absence.

Key responsibilities include:

Supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the restaurant.
Leading service and acting as Restaurant Manager when required.
Coaching, mentoring and developing the front of house team.
Delivering exceptional guest experiences through personalised service.
Maintaining outstanding standards of cleanliness, presentation and organisation.
Assisting with team rotas, operational planning and performance management.
Building strong relationships with returning guests and recognising individual preferences.
Working collaboratively with other departments to ensure a seamless guest journey throughout the hotel.

The Package

£45,000 annual salary
Approximately £4,500–£5,000 annual service charge
Company pension
Complimentary meals whilst on duty
Uniform provided
Exceptional learning and development opportunities
Excellent long-term career progression within luxury hospitality
Free on-site parking
Please note: Live-in accommodation is not available, therefore applicants must have their own transport and be able to commute reliably.

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who has:

Previous experience as an Assistant Restaurant Manager, Restaurant Supervisor or similar leadership role within a quality restaurant or luxury hotel.
Experience within a five-star or award-winning hospitality environment is highly desirable.
Strong leadership and people development skills.
Excellent food, beverage and wine knowledge.
Outstanding communication and guest engagement skills.
Excellent organisational ability and attention to detail.
A proactive, hands-on management style.
A genuine passion for delivering exceptional hospitality and developing high-performing teams.

Why This Role?

This is an outstanding opportunity to join one of the UK's leading luxury hospitality destinations, where exceptional service, professional development and genuine career progression are at the heart of everything they do.

You'll become part of an experienced leadership team, refine your management skills within a prestigious five-star environment and play an integral role in delivering memorable dining experiences for guests from around the world.

If you're an ambitious hospitality professional looking to take the next step in your management career, this is an exceptional opportunity to join a truly world-class operation.