Assistant Restaurant & Bar Manager

A career at Sopwell House is as rewarding as you make it. It takes all kinds of people to make a hotel run seamlessly and harmoniously, supported by the AB Hotel’s family team spirit, excellent learning and development programme and genuine warmth.  The company enjoys a sociable, passionate environment supported by the owners with fantastic team events and a fun and friendly workplace.

Your country home from home nestled in 12 acres of Hertfordshire countryside in St Albans; Sopwell House is a 4 star Georgian country house hotel that believes in impeccable, genuine service with attention to every detail. The hotel boasts a 2 AA Rosette Restaurant, Brasserie, Conservatory Bar, Cocktail Lounge, 14 function suites, Spa and Gym. Enabling guests to escape from it all, but still within easy reach of London, St Pancras and Luton Airport, Sopwell House is a family-owned luxury hotel that takes rest, relaxation and warm hospitality seriously.

Scope & General Purpose of Job:

Our team go above and beyond to ensure that our guests have the best experience and leave the hotel having enjoyed the most enjoyable time.

As Assistant Brasserie & Conservatory Bar Manager you will be responsible for ensuring guest satisfaction. Your responsibilities will include:

• Co-ordinating and directing employees to ensure the delivery of excellent customer service within the restaurant and bar areas.
• Maximising sales, profits and customer satisfaction.
• Assisting the Manager in running the Brasserie and Conservatory Bar. 
• Assist the Manager in controlling the food and beverage budget, monitoring occupancy, departmental expenses and staff rota’s.
• Ensuring that all the administration, cash control, stock control and security procedures are adhered to.

Essential Requirements:

• Past roles within Restaurants & Bars with a minimum of a 3 years experience within a four/five* environment
• Experience at supervisory level is essential.
• Experience within a hotel environment would be an advantage.
• Knowledge of Micros systems would be advantageous.
• Pro-active and experienced to drive a diverse team of individuals.
• Excellent Customer Service Skills.
• Financially/Analytically Experienced.
• Very flexible approach towards working hours – i.e. including weekends.
• Loyal and trustworthy, honest, positive, responsible, very committed, passionate.

If you have what it takes you will find your career journey with AB Hotel Group.

In return we offer excellent benefits:

• 28 days holiday + 1 Extra Holiday Day on Birthday
• Long Service Loyalty rewards
• Discounted Food and Beverage and accommodation within the AB Hotels Group
• 30% discount on Spa treatments
• 10% discount on Spa products
• Annual Tastecard & Gourmet Society card upon 1 year Service
• Introduce a friend at work bonus
• Annual travel pass loan
• Staff meals on duty
• Preferred Hotel Group discounted global hotel rates

All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.

Please be advised that if you have not received a response within 14 days, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.