Assistant Restaurant Manager, The Wild Rabbit in Chipping Norton

Assistant Restaurant Manager, The Wild Rabbit

Location: Kingham, Cotswolds

Salary: £43,500 per annum OTE*

Hours: 48 hours per week (including evenings and weekends)

About The Role

We’re looking for an inspiring, detail-driven Assistant Restaurant Manager to join our leadership team and play a vital role in the continued success of one of the Cotswolds’ most respected dining destinations.

Working Alongside The Restaurant Manager, You’ll

• Lead, coach and motivate our talented team
• Drive service excellence and operational smoothness
• Ensure every guest leaves feeling genuinely valued

If you’re a natural leader who thrives in a fine dining environment and takes pride in creating effortless, memorable service, we’d love to hear from you.

Your Responsibilities

• Support daily operations across the restaurant and private dining spaces
• Oversee preparation and setup to the highest presentation standards
• Maintain an expert overview of floor service, flow and guest experience
• Lead daily briefings and tastings with the kitchen team
• Motivate, train and support the front‑of‑house team
• Manage reservations and coordinate guest flow with the Host team
• Drive revenue through confident menu knowledge and upselling
• Resolve guest feedback calmly and professionally
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety and hygiene standards
• Support with rota management, recruitment and performance reviews

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience as an Assistant Restaurant Manager or Supervisor in a fine dining or multi‑rosette setting
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and inspire a team under pressure
• Strong knowledge of food, wine and beverage service
• Exceptional attention to detail and service flow
• Professional communication and calm problem‑solving
• A true passion for hospitality, teamwork and personal growth

Perks & Benefits

• Exclusive Discounts – on our products, dining and wellness experiences
• Volunteering Days – one paid day each year to support a charity of your choice
• Private Medical Insurance – subsidised through Bupa
• Pension Scheme – contribute up to 9%, with a 4.5% company contribution
• Life Assurance – one year’s salary cover
• Mental Health Support – 24‑hour access to our Employee Assistance Programme

Join us, and be part of a team where fine dining meets genuine hospitality — where every detail matters, and every service tells a story.

Apply now and become part of The Wild Rabbit.

Compensation Overview

The on‑target earning potential for this role is £43,500 per annum based on a 48‑hour contract, comprising a base salary of £35,500, plus a qualified estimate of £8,000 in gratuities and service charge.

Gratuities are paid on a pro‑rata basis. It is estimated that in 2025 full‑time employees can expect to receive in the region of £8,000 in addition to their annual salary.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Hospitality