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Pub Assistant Manager

Zazu's Pub Company
Bristol Full-time
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The Eastfield Pub is looking for a new Assistant Manager!

We're looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Manager to join our friendly team here at the Eastfield. We are a community\-focussed pub and host loads of private and public events throughout the year. Our food and drinks menus reflect our passion for quality and accessibility \- here for all.

The perfect candidate will have experience in managing busy shifts and cash handling, as well as a keen interest in managing functions, as this is an integral part of a typical week at the Eastfield. Cellar training is a must, along with confidence in food safety, although training will be provided. Above all we're looking for a people person who is friendly and outgoing.

This is a really unique venue and in turn we're looking for a unique candidate.

We require:

  • Passion and confidence to lead a team to delivering outstanding customer service, creating a happy work environment

  • Minimum of 1 year's experience working in a similar establishment or in a similar position

  • Understanding importance of working to financial targets, food and drink GPs and wage percentages. Some previous experience with a P\&L and ability to understand finer details of running a successful venue

  • Good knowledge of drinks and ability to manage a cellar, cellar training certification would be highly desirable however training is provided

  • Knowledge of fresh food catering, wine, spirits and cocktails, as well as an interest in the trends and direction of the pub and dining industry

  • Good knowledge of food service from a FOH perspective and the ability to assist in maintaining kitchen standards and working with alongside a Head Chef to achieve targets. Knowledge of Compliance, Health and Safety and Food standards (company training provided)

  • Skills managing a team, adapting rotas, time planning and team building. Experience training staff in products and offering, service style, company standards, health and safety

  • Previous experience running events, social media knowledge and the ability to manage a strong online presence is desirable
In return, we’re offering:
  • A great place to work with a wonderful team

  • A supported role within an independent group of pubs

  • A competitive rate of pay, with planned pay reviews plus performance based bonus scheme

  • Company wide discount scheme

  • Transferrable FSA recognised qualifications in Health and Safety, Food Safety and Management

  • Company progression opportunities within independent group
Pay rate is dependant on experience. In addition, we offer a bonus scheme of up to £3,000pa (pro rata) based on KPIs, plus good tips.

We are offering this position on the basis of min. 35hrs per week; at peak times this is subject to increase.

This really is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to join a hard working team, with a good work\-life balance. Please send a cover letter with your CV.

We aim to reply to all applicants, however if you do not hear back from us we thank you in advance for your time and consideration.

Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent

Pay: From £13\.46 per hour

Benefits:

  • Company events

  • Discounted or free food

  • Employee discount

  • Free parking
Application question(s):
  • Are you able to reliably commute to Henleaze (BS9 4NQ)? Please note we cannot offer a relocation visa for this position.
Experience:
  • Hospitality management: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person

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