Restaurant Trainer

Restaurant Trainer

Full-Time No home office possible
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This range is provided by Hickorys Smokehouse. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base Pay

Salary range: (details not listed; actual pay based on skills and experience—contact recruiter for details).

Responsibilities

You will recruit, train, and develop restaurant teams, lead team trips, and uphold our Southern Hospitality standards.

Qualifications

  • Previous training or coaching experience in a similar role within a fast-paced or high-volume restaurant environment.
  • Previous experience with project management.
  • Can work to strict timeframes.
  • Overnight stays will be required.
  • Love to pass on your knowledge to all team and guests.
  • Ability to motivate, coach, train, and develop team to the Hickory\’s standard.
  • Passionate about delivering an amazing guest experience and pushing team to reach their full potential.
  • Have a welcoming, empathetic, and infectious personality.
  • The drive to find grey areas, think outside the box and never give up on any team member.
  • The ability to evaluate our processes and bring new ideas.
  • Open and honest communication skills, experience of or the ability to give feedback.
  • Can set and maintain the highest standards.

Benefits

  • A package of up to £15.70 per hour including Tip Jar—up to £3.00 per hour in tips.
  • Section cross training pay increases.
  • 25% discount for you and 5 friends at all of our restaurants (including Barlounge & Upstairs at the Grill in Chester). This will increase to 50% discount for loyal service.
  • Be a part of the No.1 business in \’Top 100 Best Companies to work for in the UK 2022\’.
  • Birthday reward – a meal on us for you and your friends every year.
  • Superb training & progression opportunities with The Hickory’s Academy.
  • Qualification opportunities whilst working (Up to A Level and Degree level equivalent).
  • FREE BBQ / Team food and authentic sodas while on shift.
  • Christmas Day off work every year.
  • Paid occasion days off (Wedding Day, Kid’s first day at school, Moving into your first house and more!).
  • Up to £500 refer a friend scheme.
  • Chance to ‘give a bit back’ by joining our fundraising activities for Cash for Kids.
  • Wellbeing Champions in each of our restaurants to support you.
  • 24-hour access to our wellness programme.

Please note: To be considered for this position you must have the legal right to work in the UK and be at least 18 years old.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Education and Training

Industries

Restaurants

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Restaurant Trainer employer: Hickory's Smokehouse

At Hickory's Smokehouse, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, recently recognised as the 'Best Pub Employer' for 2025. Our vibrant work culture fosters personal and professional growth, offering superb training opportunities through The Hickory's Academy, alongside generous benefits such as a competitive hourly rate, substantial discounts, and unique rewards for special occasions. Join us in delivering authentic Southern hospitality while enjoying a supportive environment that values your contributions and well-being.
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Hickory's Smokehouse Recruiting Team

Restaurant Trainer
Hickory's Smokehouse
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