We have an exceptional opportunity to join our Lanesborough Grill Team at The Lanesborough.
Awarded No. 1 Hotel in London in the Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards, on the doorstep of Hyde Park, just a short walk from Harrods, Harvey Nichols and London’s most exclusive shopping district; Sloane Street and Knightsbridge, this grand luxury mansion has undergone an inspired renovation by the famed interior designer Alberto Pinto. The hotel is home to 93 luxurious suites and bedrooms, modern British dining at The Lanesborough Grill, the vibrant Library Bar and Garden Room and the magnificent Lanesborough Club & Spa.
Oetker Hotels
Masterpiece Collection
Oetker Collection hotels are true masterpieces located in the world’s most desirable destinations. Each property is a landmark and a timeless icon of elegance. With deep devotion to local culture and community, our Hosts of Choice preserve a tradition of legendary European hospitality and genuine family spirit that began in 1872.
Candidate Profile
As Junior Assistant Restaurant Manager you will have a real pride and passion for what you do, with the ability to build rapport and long-term relationships with guests. In this role, you will support the Restaurant Manager in effectively managing the restaurant to ensure we provide a courteous, professional, efficient and flexible service at all times. Encourage the team to bring up new ideas and assist other departments within Food & Beverage. To develop the skills and effectiveness of all restaurant team members through the appropriate training, coaching and mentoring.
Key Requirements
The ideal candidate would be able to demonstrate the following attributes:
- Supervisory or managerial experience within a fine dining restaurant in a luxury establishment essential and experience within a Michelin star restaurant is preferable
- London experience is desirable but not essential
- Excellent command of the English language and a second language would be preferred
- Immaculate grooming standards
- Proven track record of managing and developing a team
- Confident with various procedures such as performance reviews, recruitment and training
- Please note this role may require an element of manual handling
In return
We believe in recognising and valuing the contributions of our team members. To support your wellbeing and growth, we provide a robust reward and benefits package, including:
Financial Wellbeing
- Season ticket loan
- Enhanced Pension Scheme
- Life Insurance
- Complimentary dry cleaning
- Safety shoes
- Retail discounts around Victoria, Westminster, Whitehall and the Northbank area
Health & Wellness
- Private Medical Insurance
- Dental and Optical benefits
- Complimentary meals on duty
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Flu vaccinations
- Discounted chiropodist and massage treatments
- Substantiality initiates
- Social and sports activities (e.g. football games, running club, yoga & pilates, etc.)
Career Growth & Personal Development
- Internal transfer and promotion opportunities
- Cross-departmental exposure
- Partnered with industry-leading training providers
- Internal learning gateway
- Free access to e-learning platform offering job-specific training and personal growth courses
- Subsidised professional qualifications and certified training programmes
- Financial incentives for bringing talents to The Lanesborough via ‘Recommend-A-Friend’ scheme
Recognition & Social Initiatives
- Award programmes throughout the year with generous prizes
- Long service awards
- Preferential room rate at The Lanesborough for you and your family
- 50% discount on F&B and Club & Spa treatments
- Social events (e.g. Annual Party, Recognition Celebrations, Children's Christmas Party, Departmental Appreciation Day, pub quiz, etc.)
- Celebrating your important moments (birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, newborns, etc.)
- Retirement parties
Terms and conditions apply to all benefits.
Eligibility
In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.
