Assistant Bar & Restaurant Manager

Fowey Hall Hotel is a luxury country house hotel nestled on the coast of Cornwall. We offer a unique blend of sophisticated elegance and a welcoming, family-focused atmosphere. Our restaurant provides exceptional culinary experiences with locally sourced ingredients, offering stunning views over the Fowey Estuary. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Assistant Restaurant and Bar Manager to join our team and help us maintain the highest standards of service and guest satisfaction.

Role overview:

As the Assistant Restaurant and Bar Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting the smooth running of our restaurant. Working closely with the Restaurant Manager, you will ensure the delivery of exceptional service, maintain high standards, and provide an outstanding dining experience for our guests. This is a permanent full-time position, at 45 hours per week, with a salary of £29,500 plus generous service charge.

Key responsibilities:

- Support the F&B Manager in overseeing day-to-day restaurant operations.
- Supervise and train the F&B team to ensure outstanding guest service and assist in creating and maintaining staff schedules for efficient operations.
- Monitor food quality and presentation to meet Fowey Hall Hotel's high standards.
- Handle guest enquiries and resolve any concerns in a professional and timely manner.
- Assist in managing stock, ordering supplies, and controlling costs
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and hygiene standards.
- Foster a positive team environment and promote a culture of excellence.

To succeed in this role we are looking for someone who has:

- Previous experience in a restaurant management role, preferably in a luxury hotel setting.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with a passion for hospitality.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations and food safety practices.
- Familiarity with restaurant management software and some knowledge of working with a payroll and departmental budget.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

 

Why work with us?

• Our training and development is a little different here at LFH– we are certified by the Institute of Hospitality and offer our teams career progression by working with Umbrella Training.
• An extra day’s holiday for your birthday
• EarlyPay – Need to access some of your monthly salary a little early sometimes? No problem!
• Cycle to work scheme
• Help@Hand - Our online health and wellbeing service – Get same day remote GP appointments, Mental Health support and Physiotherapy on us.
• Life Assurance Benefit for peace of mind for your loved ones.
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity packages
• Want to give back but never have the time? We will give you a paid day off for any volunteering or fundraising you would like to get involved in once a year
• The LFH Benefit Hub – Easily accessible employee discount platform for you to take advantage of at your favourite high street and online retailers
• 50% off Food and Beverage and the Spa across Luxury Family Hotels.
• Incredible discounted hotel stays for you, friends and family

Please ensure you check the hotel location as some of our hotels are hidden away and you will have to use your own transport to locate us!

Who are LFH?

 Part of the Luxury Family Hotel Group, Fowey Hall Hotel has recently undergone an extensive refurbishment all 60 bedrooms, Den, Restaurant, the introduction of an outdoor pool, relaxation rooms, treatment rooms and terrace overlooking the ocean.

We are dedicated to creating an inspiring space for our team members that is fun, all-inclusive, professional and rewarding – just as a career in hospitality should be!!

Here at LFH we are an equal opportunities employer and strive to create a diverse and accessible workplace for all. We believe in a culture and inclusive team member experience that values people from all backgrounds, race and religions. We respect, value and embrace diversity and ensure everyone is recognised and respected, we celebrate our differences.