Restaurant Deputy Assistant Manager - Fresh Food Restaurant, Burgess Hill

Deputy/Junior Assistant Manager - (One of Sussex’s Best)
Up to £40K Package – 45+hours – 8 shifts*
The Oak Barn Restaurant – Mid Sussex
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Ready to Lead One of Sussex’s Best?
This is a unique opportunity to lead one of Sussex’s most highly regarded independent restaurants. If you are ready to bring your leadership & hospitality expertise to The Oak Barn, we would like to hear from you!
Apply today & join a restaurant where passion meets excellence
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Benefits of working for us:
• Tips & bonuses (weekly paid, average + £6,000 annually*)
• Flexible shifts with lifestyle-friendly hours
• 45-50 hours a week*
• Family-run & supportive atmosphere with a hardworking & passionate, “work hard … play hard” culture
• Experienced front of house team
• Great training & progression prospects with 18 free training courses available
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About Us
The Oak Barn Restaurant is a family-run, independent, top-rated 150-cover Restaurant & Bar in Mid Sussex. We pride ourselves on creating Rosette-standard modern British cuisine, combining timeless classics with contemporary flair. Our menus are seasonal, locally sourced & freshly prepared to order, with daily specials & catering for weddings, buffets & large group bookings paired with excellent customer service.
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The Role
We are seeking a dynamic & passionate Junior Assistant Manager to join our busy restaurant. This is a perfect role for someone looking to develop their front of house skills & management skills.
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Food Service Times
• Monday – Saturday: 12pm – 3pm & 6pm – 9pm
• Sunday: 12pm – 7pm
• Shifts can include: 930am-4pm / 1130am – 4pm / 530pm-11pm (approx.*)
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Responsibilities
- Hosting & Maîtres D’: manage reservations, greeting and seating customers on arrival
- Oversee the timely & accurate delivery of food & drink
- Confidently answer questions regarding menus & make recommendations
- Support opening & closing procedures
- Support smooth daily operations & assisting directors
- Maintaining standards of quality control, hygiene, health & safety
- Training new staff to our high standard of service
- Collaborate with kitchen to ensure our food quality and presentation
- Organise & manage events and create promoting social media content
- Develop and implement strategies for high revenue

The Ideal Candidate
• Solid & proven management experience in restaurants or gastro pubs
• Natural flair & passion for customer service, leadership & management
• Strong organisational skills & a committed, consistent & detail-oriented work approach
• Thrives under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
• Own transport essential
• No accommodation provided – UK-based applicants only
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Progression & Courses Available
Bartending / Cocktail Making / Barista / Coffee Art / Wine
Customer Service / Social Media Content / Marketing / Rotas
Plate Carrying / Expediting / Hosting / Costing & GP / Staff Training
Sales Reporting / Stock Taking / Event Planning


*On rare occasions, such as specific days or weeks of the year, or when necessary, work hours, shift coverage, pay & schedules may change.