Assistant Manager

We’re looking for a motivated, organised, and proactive Assistant Manager to join our team and help run our venue efficiently while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

This is a hands\-on leadership role for someone who enjoys supporting operations, supervising staff, and maintaining high standards across the business.

If you’re energetic, team\-oriented, and passionate about hospitality, you’ll fit right in. Great guest experiences rely on strong teamwork and efficient operations—and that’s where you’ll make a real difference.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting the General Manager, AGM and/or Deputy Manager in day\-to\-day operations


• Supervising staff and supporting teams to deliver excellent service


• Leading shifts, delegating tasks, and coaching team members during busy periods


• Ensuring operational standards, hygiene, and safety are maintained


• Assisting with budgeting, stock control, and operational targets


• Organising and planning events


• Ensuring guests have a memorable stay at our hotel


• Handling guest enquiries or issues professionally and promptly

Pay \& Hours

• £29,835 basic salary


• £5\.6k bonus available annually


• TRONC (circa £5\-7k per year)


• Based on a 45 hour working week


• Pay is processed on the last Friday of every month


• Flexible shift patterns between 8am – 2am, including weekends, depending on venue demands

Why join us?

• A social, fun, and supportive leadership environment


• Company\-wide summer party (plus one invited!)


• Birthday gift to celebrate your day

Perks across our venues:

• 25% off food \& accommodation


• 15% off drinks

*(Valid at The Queens Hotel, The Ship, The Eagle, The Elephant, Liberty Tavern \& Lytham House)*

• Opportunities to grow further within the business


• Access to nationally recognised courses and leadership training


• A culture that values recognition, appreciation, and empowerment

Ideal Candidate

• Experienced in hospitality supervision or management in a fresh food venue


• Experience within FOH management of smaller hotels (but not required)


• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills


• Able to motivate and support staff while leading by example


• Confident in operational management and problem\-solving


• Able to work in a fast\-paced, high\-energy environment


• Commercially aware and capable of supporting operational and financial goals


• Positive, professional attitude with a focus on guest satisfaction

Above all, you’ll take pride in supporting a high\-performing team, maintaining excellent standards, and helping create memorable experiences for every guest.

About us

We’re Red Fox \& Peacock—a family\-run business based in the North West.
From fresh food and real ale to cocktails and high\-energy service, everything we do is built around people and guest experience. We’re proud of our hardworking, supportive team and the fun, fast\-paced environment we’ve created.

Interested?

If this sounds like your kind of role, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today, and we can arrange a chat over coffee to tell you more—and even set up a working interview so you can get a real feel for the team.

https://redfoxandpeacock.co.uk

Pay: Up to £42,435\.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension


• Discounted or free food


• Employee discount


• Store discount

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lytham St. Annes FY8 5LD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

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