Assistant Manager in training in Exmouth

Our latest restaurant in Exmouth is located next to the town slipway overlooking the beautiful Exe estuary. The tide rips past the front of the dining room providing the perfect setting to enjoy some great seafood. Our chefs prepare fresh mussels from the estuary and other local fish which are prepared simply by either crisp frying, grilling or cooking over charcoal. On colder days the restaurant and deck are heated by a log burner and make the atmosphere warm and cosy as the tide continues to run past.

Up to £16 per hour OTE which includes generous tips and gratuities. Rockfish is one of the UK’s Top 50 Best Companies to work for — and we’re growing. Led by seafood expert Mitch Tonks, we catch, process and serve the freshest local seafood across 12 award‑winning coastal restaurants. We’re passionate about people, sustainability, and unforgettable dining experiences. If you’re a leader who thrives in a culture‑led, high‑energy environment, this is your chance to make waves.

The Role: As Manager in Training, you will support the General Manager in creating a restaurant environment where the team is inspired to care about what they do through motivating, training and leading by example all the way. You will coach your team to fulfil their full potential ensuring you and your team embrace our core values, ‘Care, Community and Connection’. As a new Rockfish Manager in Training, you will be supported by a structured training plan, and we continuously develop your skills for a fulfilling career with us. You will be required to supervise the serving of alcohol and have at least one year’s experience as a Server or at Supervisor level in a similar restaurant environment. You will have a flexible approach to working hours, able to support the business when it’s at its busiest.

Pay & Perks:

• Competitive salary + paid overtime
• Weekly tips & gratuities
• Bonuses & Rewards: Refer‑a‑friend bonus (£250 FOH / £500 Chefs), Summer incentives, Fun competitions with great prizes
• Time to Recharge: 28 days holiday, Your birthday off, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day & Boxing Day off every year, 4‑week paid sabbatical after 10 years
• Health & Wellbeing: 24/7 access to counselling, financial and legal support, Free meals on shift
• Discounts & Extras: 50% off dining at all Rockfish restaurants and The Seahorse, Access to Rockfish paddleboards on your break
• Training & Career Growth: Management development programmes, Wine, H&S and Food Safety qualifications, Clear progression pathways — we’re always developing our next Area Manager, Full Rockfish training and ongoing support

Why Rockfish? With a 25‑year career in seafood as a chef, restauranteur and fishmonger, Mitch is one of the leading, credible voices in seafood. You’ll be leading a restaurant in one of the UK’s most beautiful coastal towns, working with a team that values sustainability, quality and genuine hospitality. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported and inspired.