Assistant Manager

Package: The stated package includes the predicted service charge. This is based on an hourly rate on a 45 hour contract. This means that additional hours worked will be paid.

We have an opportunity in our beautiful restaurant in Epping situated at the heart of the town. This is a once floor restaurant with approx 180 covers indoor. It makes the perfect location for lunch or dinner.

We are looking for a hands‑on Assistant Manager that is looking for involvement and responsibility. The General Manager is fantastic and will certainly share all aspects with running the restaurant to help with your growth and development. But equally we want a manager that loves hospitality and will be stuck in on service and making it the best experience for our guests.

We’re looking for a personality-packed Assistant Manager

You’re confident, energetic, and impossible to ignore in the best way. Whether welcoming guests, leading a buzzing service, or handing out tasters to passersby, you’ll embody the Wildwood magic. You’ll set the tone with your passion for perfection, ensuring every shift runs flawlessly both front and back of house.

We want someone who demands the best from themselves and their team when it comes to service, cleanliness, presentation, and overall atmosphere. You’re not just good; you’re meticulous.

What we need from you:

• A
  people magnet – warm, engaging, and full of charisma
• A
  natural leader who can motivate and inspire a team
• A
  hands‑on host who works the floor — and the pavement!
• Someone
  with an eagle eye for detail and a passion for perfection
• A
  pro who can juggle restaurant and bar operations with ease
• Running
  slick, high‑energy services with genuine hospitality
• Leading
  and supporting the front‑of‑house team
• Driving
  footfall and sales with creative outreach (tasters, engagement, flair!)
• Handling
  all things people‑related – from recruitment and training to team
  wellbeing and performance management
• Managing
  stock levels, placing accurate orders, and working with suppliers
• Keeping
  tight control on labour, rotas, and productivity
• Ensuring
  all operational tasks (including health & safety, compliance and cash
  handling) are delivered to the highest standard
• Ensuring
  every guest leaves feeling wowed
• Representing
  Wildwood with style, confidence, and passion
• Be
  part of something special – an iconic location and tight‑knit team
• Real
  freedom to be yourself – no scripts, just your personality
• Staff
  meals, perks, and real progression opportunities
• Every
  hour paid (hourly rate includes predicted service charge – 45 hours/week average) – the advertised salary is what you\’ll earn with tronc.

Come lead the experience. Be unforgettable. Be Wildwood. Apply now and bring your spark to Epping.

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