Join The Mezz as a Restaurant Section Supervisor and take ownership of your section, delivering exceptional food and drink service in a fast-paced live events environment. If you thrive under pressure, have a passion for hospitality, and enjoy creating memorable guest experiences, we'd love to hear from you. Following a 50 million transformation, AO Arena continues to set the standard of live entertainment both in Manchester and on the world stage. The Role The Restaurant Supervisor owns a dining section end-to-end, leading service flow, taking both food and drink orders, and coordinating with bar and kitchen to deliver a polished premium experience to tight event timelines. This is a casual, event-based position , ideal for individuals seeking flexible work around other commitments. Shifts are offered in line with AO Arena's busy live event schedule, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. Lead your section: welcome and seat as needed, take accurate food and beverage orders, manage coursing and timing to show schedules. Guest experience: provide recommendations, manage allergens and special requests, and resolve issues promptly with service recovery. Take beverage orders (wine service basics, cocktails, beers, no/low alcohol), liaising with bar for signatures and pairings. Standards and presentation: maintain table readiness, cleanliness, and brand standards; Training and support: mentor junior servers and runners; lead by example on steps of service and salesmanship. record comps/voids as per policy. Strong floor service experience in upscale, high-volume restaurants or premium venues. Confident with POS, menu knowledge, wine by-the-glass and cocktail basics. Availability to work flexible, casual shifts, including evenings, weekends, and event days as required. Competitive Rate of Pay - Earn a strong hourly rate for your work. Flexible Working - Choose shifts that fit around your lifestyle and commitments, helping you maintain a great work-life balance. Fortnightly Pay - Get paid every two weeks for the shifts you've worked. Our casual workforce forms the heart of what we do - it's a great environment to meet people, make friends, and be part of exciting live events. Opportunities to Grow - Gain valuable experience in the live events industry and access to opportunities across Legends Global. As part of the application, candidates will be asked to record a short video response to a couple of questions, allowing us to get to know you beyond your CV. Applications and videos will be reviewed by the Legends Global team, with successful candidates invited to an induction and interview at AO Arena . These may include verification of identity, proof of address, right to work, employment history, qualifications, and-where relevant to the role-a basic or enhanced DBS check. All checks will be carried out in line with data protection law and we will only request information that is necessary for the role. At Legends Global , we are committed to leading the entertainment industry towards a greener, faster, and more innovative digital future. We are committed to active inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure it is considered.
Restaurant Manager required for immediate start!! in Manchester employer: Legends Global
Legends Global is an exceptional employer that prioritises operational excellence and employee development within the vibrant hospitality sector of London. With a strong focus on fostering a high-performance culture, employees benefit from generous annual leave, life assurance, and a robust pension scheme, all while working in a dynamic environment that encourages growth and innovation.
