Deputy Assistant Manager - Restaurant

The Oak Barn are seeking a dynamic individual with a passion for hospitality.

The Oak Barn Restaurant is an independent top rated, 150 cover restaurant in West Sussex.

We specialise in rosette standard menus using locally sourced ingredients to produce Modern British Fayre.

The ideal candidate will have a natural flair in team management and leadership within a hospitality background.

Why Work For The Oak Barn:

Competitive Pay, Tips & Bonuses / Weekly Paid

Flexible Schedule / Great Lifestyle Balance

Great Training & Progression Prospects / 18 Free Training Courses Available

Family Run Business / Relaxed & Fun Atmosphere / Free Staff Food

Responsibilities & Duties:

- Hosting & Maîtres D’: manage reservations, greeting and seating customers on arrival

- Oversee the timely & accurate delivery of food & drink

- Answer questions regarding menus & make recommendations

- Opening & closing business

- Support senior management on daily running of business

- Maintaining standards of quality control, hygiene, health & safety

- Training new staff to our high standard of service

- Collaborate with kitchen to ensure our food quality and presentation

- Organise & manage events and create promoting social media content

- Develop and implement strategies for high revenue

Skills & Experience:

- Proven leadership & team motivation abilities

- Strong hospitality background (bartending/serving experience)

- Excellent communication & interpersonal skills

- Proactive approach to problem-solving & decision making

Our Training & Progression Prospects:

Bartending / Cocktail Making / Barista / Coffee Art / Wine

Customer Service / Social Media Content / Marketing / Rotas / Event Planning

Plate Carrying / Expediting / Hosting / Costing & GP / Staff Training

Shift Examples:

- 40-45 hours a week of 8 shifts

- Day shifts can include: 930am-4pm / 1130am-4pm

- Evening shifts: 530pm-11pm (approx.)