Assistant Restaurant Manager in Livingston

Your mission: We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Assistant Restaurant Manager to support daily operations and help lead our team. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in a busy environment, has a passion for hospitality, and is ready to take the next step in their management career. From aperitivo hour to late-night celebrations, no two shifts are the same. You will be the driving force behind the restaurant known for its energy, quality, and standout service.

The Details: What exactly you will be doing:

• Inspire and support your team to deliver exceptional service every time
• Support the Restaurant Manager in overseeing daily operations
• Motivate and supervise front-of-house staff during service
• Ensure excellent customer service standards are consistently met
• Assist with staff training, scheduling, and performance management
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and compliance
• Handle customer feedback and resolve issues efficiently
• Drive team performance to meet sales and operational targets
• Build strong relationships with internal teams
• Work collaboratively with the bar team and kitchen during busy shifts
• Participate in restaurant events and special functions as needed
• Ensure consistency in product quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction
• Lead by example - hands-on, approachable, and always focused on the guest

Package and benefits:

• Competitive salary, based on experience
• Plus TRONC
• 28 days paid holiday per year, inclusive of public holidays, with an additional day for each year's service up to 31 days, pro rata if you are part-time
• Additional day off for your birthday
• Opportunities for career progression
• Workplace Pension Scheme
• Life assurance cover
• Company sick pay scheme
• Enhanced Family Friendly Policies
• Teammate discount on Food & Beverage
• Discounted Room Rates
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to the on-site gym
• Free meal when you are on duty
• Learning & Development opportunities to help develop your skills and career
• Lots of teammate events and socials throughout the year
• Access to Virgin Family, which contains various Virgin group discounts and treats!

Who we are: We love what we do and what we do is important! We believe that everyone should leave feeling better - this means not just our guests, but also our teammates. Everyone should go home feeling better because they learned something new or had fun working that day. Therefore, we hire unique individuals who work together to create amazing experiences for our guests. We recognize that every member of the team contributes to the success of the whole hotel. No one is more important than anyone else, and unless we are in it together, we can't create that special experience for our guests.

About Eve: At Eve, we celebrate creativity, individuality, and community. We are a vibrant, fast-paced Italian restaurant known for authentic flavours, warm hospitality, and a high-energy dining experience. From freshly made pasta to wood-fired pizzas, we pride ourselves on delivering quality food and exceptional service in a lively atmosphere. As part of Virgin Hotels Edinburgh, you'll join a brand that believes in doing things differently - where personality matters as much as professionalism, and where every team member is valued for what they bring.

About you: Previous experience in a supervisory or assistant management role in hospitality. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Strong leadership and communication skills. Passion for Italian cuisine and delivering outstanding guest experiences. A proactive, positive, and hands-on approach. Positive, professional, and calm under pressure. Passionate about people - your team and your guests.

Must-haves:

• Current, legal and unrestricted ability to work in the United Kingdom
• Ability to work on-site at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh for every shift.
• Flexibility to work different shifts, including on the weekends and holidays.

We believe that our team should be reflective of the world. We welcome all, regardless of race, ethnicity, country of origin, sexual orientation, gender, disability, spiritual beliefs or any other component of identity. Virgin Hotels celebrates diversity and welcomes teammates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be an inclusive and Equal Opportunity Employer.