Front of House Manager
The Chequered Skipper, Ashton is looking for a hardworking and enthusiastic full-time Front of House Manager with a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences.
As a proactive and commercially minded leader with a positive attitude, you will have the opportunity to take ownership of our front-of-house operations. You will foster a culture of excellence, driving service standards and mentoring a friendly, dedicated team.
We take immense pride in the service we deliver and the reputation we have built for our guest service and fresh, high-quality food and drink. This is an exciting opportunity to help continue to shape the future of a vibrant gastropub and lead from the front.
Your Role
You possess an entrepreneurial spirit, a genuine passion for hospitality, and a proven track record of building and leading successful teams. You keep the guest experience at the heart of every decision you make.
We are seeking a leader who holds themselves and their team to the highest standards, with keen attention to detail across every aspect of the business—from the dining room floor to the bar.
Key responsibilities include:
Operational Excellence: Ensuring the smooth, daily running of the business to deliver memorable guest experiences.
Team Leadership: Mentoring, training, and inspiring staff, fostering an environment where team members can thrive and develop.
Commercial Growth: Driving revenue, managing costs, and ensuring that brand standards are not only met but consistently exceeded.
Standard Setting: Maintaining a deep, up-to-date knowledge of the current food and drink landscape to ensure our offering remains fresh and competitive.
Core Skills and Experience
Hospitality Professional: A deep, authentic passion for the industry with a focus on high-quality food and beverage service.
Leadership Experience: Proven experience as a Front of House Manager, Restaurant Manager, or a high-performing Assistant Manager ready for a new challenge.
Team Development: Strong ability to nurture, motivate, and empower team members through proactive training and consistent support.
Operational Knowledge: A solid understanding of food hygiene, health and safety protocols, and general business administration.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a collaborative and flexible approach to teamwork.
Resilience: The ability to function independently, lead under pressure, and meet performance targets effectively.
Self-Driven: An authentic, inspiring leader who is comfortable taking ownership of the business and making key operational decisions.
Why Join Us?
If you are an aspiring or established leader looking to make your mark within a talented team, we would love to hear from you.
Check us out on our website: www.chequeredskipperashton.co.uk
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £39,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Experience:
- Supervising experience: 1 year (required)
- Restaurant management: 1 year (required)
- Bar management: 1 year (preferred)
- Hospitality: 1 year (required)
- Customer service: 1 year (preferred)
- Management: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
