Job Title: Duty Manager
Location: The View, Hill Farm Marina, Stratford Road, Wootton Wawen, B95 6DE
Employment Type: Full-Time
About Us:
Nestled in the heart of the countryside, The View is more than just a restaurant, it's an experience. Set on a working farm, we serve honest, seasonal food made with local ingredients. Our guests come for the fresh air, open fields, and a warm welcome that feels like coming home.
Prominently a day time operation, with some evening events, weddings & quizzes.
We’re now looking for a friendly, organized, and passionate Duty Manager to lead our service team and help us continue offering relaxed, down-to-earth hospitality in a beautiful rural setting.
The Role:
You’ll be the heartbeat of our guest experience. From greeting customers to coordinating service, you’ll ensure every guest feels looked after, whether they’re here for a Sunday roast, a celebratory lunch, or a cup of tea after a walk along the canal.
Your Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, train, and support our front of house team to deliver warm, attentive service.
- Oversee daily floor operations — opening, closing, bookings, and shift planning.
- Work closely with our kitchen to ensure a smooth, connected experience.
- Handle guest enquiries, special requests, and feedback with professionalism and care.
- Maintain a tidy, welcoming dining space in keeping with our farm’s rustic charm.
- Monitor stock levels for front of house supplies and place orders as needed.
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience in a similar role within hospitality (restaurant or café setting preferred).
- A natural people person with strong leadership and communication skills.
- Comfortable working in a countryside setting and rolling up your sleeves when needed.
- Calm under pressure with a proactive, can-do attitude.
- Organised, reliable, and flexible, weekend & some evening work is part of the role here.
- Bar and coffee trained, with experience in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
Perks of the Job:
- Competitive pay and tips
- Discounted meals on shift
- A supportive, close-knit team that feels like family
- Opportunities for growth as our farm and restaurant continue to evolve
Join Our Team
If you're passionate about good food, great service, and the simple pleasures of rural life, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £14.50-£15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Henley in Arden, Warwickshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- List 3 reason on why you would be a suitable candidate for this role (no AI responses)
- This restaurant is fast paced, do you have experience in a fast pace role?
Experience:
- Restaurant management: 2 years (required)
Language:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
