Assistant Restaurant Manager [Decimo]

Assistant Restaurant Manager – Decimo, London – Full Time – 10th floor of The Standard.

As an Assistant Restaurant Manager in Decimo, you will work with senior management to oversee an exceptional floor team in this busy high‑volume destination restaurant. On a daily basis you will help manage service in the restaurant and ensure everything runs smoothly; you will also coach and develop the team to ensure they receive the correct training and are supported in their roles.

Your excellent knowledge of food and drink, passion for service, high‑level experience in restaurant operations and order of service, and expertise in guest experience will ensure you create an engaging and inspiring environment to train and lead the team and deliver an exceptional dining experience. Finally, you will be a host to our guests, adding a touch of personality and theatre to their experience, making them feel welcome while they visit The Standard.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Restaurant Manager, Assistant Restaurant Manager or Floor Manager in a similar high‑volume destination restaurant or boutique hotel sector.
• Highly motivated and pro‑active; act with professionalism and positivity in all interactions.
• Strong knowledge of and interest in exceptional food, drinks and service.
• Excellent understanding and experience in restaurant operations.
• Experience training teams to deliver exceptional service and maintain consistent standards.
• Passionate, fun and enthusiastic approach to work to inspire and motivate the team.
• Experience in Spanish and Mexican cuisine preferred, and/or open‑fire cooking.
• Solid wine & beverage knowledge (WSET Level 2 preferred).
• Experience with HR procedures.
• Full‑time availability with a flexible schedule Tuesday–Saturday, late‑night Thursday–Saturday (1–3 am close).

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting salary £43.7K, increasing to £45K after probation.
• Meals on duty.
• 28 days holiday, rising to 33 days with service.
• Pension scheme.
• Life assurance (2 × annual salary).
• Medical assistance (online GP and physio).
• Employee assistance programme with well‑being service.
• Membership to Headspace meditation app.
• Discount platform including gym.
• Worldwide travel discounts via The Standard Advantage platform.
• Employee & family rates across all Standard and Bunkhouse properties.
• In‑house experience programme.
• F&B discounts 25–50%.
• Recruitment referral bonus up to £1,000.
• Tuition aid scheme & subsidised training.
• Season ticket loan & bike‑to‑work scheme.
• Social committee with regular monthly social activities.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates prior to commencing employment.