Join One of Edinburgh’s Favourite Independent Restaurant GroupsHowies is a busy, family-run restaurant group with locations on Victoria Street, Waterloo Place and Scotts Kitchen on Victoria Terrace.
For more than 36 years, we’ve built our reputation on warm Scottish hospitality, seasonal cooking and fantastic local produce.Fast paced, vibrant and genuinely welcoming, our restaurants are powered by passionate people who love what they do.
Many of our team have been with us for years, creating a supportive environment where hard work, personality and teamwork are valued equally. We are now looking for an experienced and motivated Assistant Restaurant Manager to support our Restaurant Managers in the day-to-day running of our busy city centre restaurants.
The Role
This is a hands-on leadership position where no two days are the same. You’ll work closely with the management team to ensure smooth service, maintain high operational standards and help create exceptional experiences for every guest who walks through the door.You’ll lead by example on the floor, support and develop the team, and help drive the energetic atmosphere that makes Howies special.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Restaurant Manager with daily operations
- Lead and motivate front-of-house teams during busy service periods, must have a can do attitude and understand that every service is always a real team effort with all hands-on deck.
- Deliver exceptional customer service and handle guest feedback professionally
- Train, coach and develop team members
- Assist with rotas, staffing levels and shift management
- Complete cashing up and end-of-day procedures
- Manage stock control, ordering and supplier deliveries
- Ensure compliance with health, safety and food hygiene standards
- Maintain the high standards and welcoming atmosphere Howies is known for
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar Assistant Manager or supervisory hospitality role
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Passion for hospitality, food and customer experience
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment - required
- Positive attitude with a hands-on approach to teamwork
- Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and busy seasonal periods
What We Offer
- £32,705 salary, with a 13 week review for any overtime to be paid out
- Minimum £10,000 annual tips TRONC
- Staff dining discount scheme
- Workplace pension
- Free staff meals on shift
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Structured systems and support from an experienced management team
- Personal Development Plans to help progress your career
- Regular team events and a genuinely supportive working environment
Why Work With Us?
At Howies, we believe hospitality should be rewarding, exciting and enjoyable. We work hard, support each other and take pride in creating memorable experiences for our guests. If you’re ambitious, passionate about restaurants and looking to grow within a respected independent group, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply Now
If you’re ready to take the next step in your hospitality career and join a team that truly values its people, apply today with your CV and a short introduction about yourself.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £32,705.00-£42,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Experience:
- Restaurant management: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
