Assistant Manager

Assistant Manager \- Independent Pub / Restaurant

The Dovecote Inn – Laxton, Nottinghamshire

Job Type: Full\-time, Part\- time, Permanent

Salary: £14\.50 per hour \+ tips

About Us

Located in the historic village of Laxton, The Dovecote Inn is a busy country pub. Beyond our day\-to\-day food and drink service, we run an active event calendar, including regular mid\-week Bike Nights, large\-scale 'Dovey Drive In' car shows, and monthly pub quizzes.

We focus on proper hospitality, high\-quality pub classics with a difference, and a great atmosphere. We are now looking for an experienced, highly reliable Assistant Manager to take charge of the day\-to\-day operations and lead our front\-of\-house team.

The Role

This is a floor\-based role, with room for training and progression. Working alongside the General Manager, you will have a high level of autonomy on the floor, taking ownership of daily shifts, managing busy food services, and keeping back\-of\-house operations organised.

Key Responsibilities:

• Daily Operations: Oversee the bar and restaurant floor, ensuring seamless shift operations, speed of service, and high standards of cleanliness.


• Team Leadership: Supervise, shift\-manage, and train front\-of\-house staff, keeping the team motivated and accountable.


• Event Execution: Confidently run high\-volume shifts during our car shows, bike nights, and busy weekend food rushes.


• Cellar \& Stock Control: Maintain the cellar (ensuring excellent pint quality), manage stock rotation, and assist with ordering.


• Compliance: Ensure full adherence to food safety, health and safety, and licensing laws on a daily basis.


• Customer Service: Handle bookings, enquiries, and guest feedback professionally.

• Proven Experience: Previous supervisory or assistant management experience in a busy, food\-led pub or hospitality venue is essential. You should be comfortable running a floor independently.


• Work Ethic: A proactive, hands on attitude, someone who leads by example during peak service times.


• Skills: Strong organizational skills, reliable decision\-making, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.


• Flexibility: Available to work a flexible rota including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.


• Transport: Due to our rural location, independent transport is highly recommended.

• Share of tips


• Real operational responsibility and management experience


• View for progression


• Staff discount on food and drink


• Supportive working environment

Benefits:

• Employee discount


• Free parking


• On\-site parking

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