Deputy Manager, Bar & Kitchen

Job Title: Deputy Manager, Bar & Kitchen

Line Manager: Bar & Kitchen General Manager

Supervises*: Supervisors, Bar & Floor Team (*Line management remains with GM)

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Royal Court Theatre as Deputy Manager in the Bar & Kitchen team.

The Deputy Manager is responsible for the day to day operational management of the Royal Court Bar and Kitchen, supported by and within the parameters of the leadership of the General Manager. The role ensures exceptional guest experiences and business success through effective shift management, team leadership and operational excellence.

Under the leadership of the General Manager, the Deputy Manager takes ownership of service delivery during operational shifts, while supporting the wider commercial, financial and people objectives of the business. The role acts as a lead manager on duty for the majority of trading shifts and deputises for the General Manager during periods of absence.

A successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience in a managerial or supervisory capacity within hospitality
• Demonstratable interpersonal skills, able to offer a consistently high standard of customer care
• Experience overseeing a food operation.
• Strong understanding and knowledge of licensing laws, health & safety and hygiene regulations and best practice.

Further details can be found on the Job Description. If you are interested in this role, please complete an application form. Please address how you meet the criteria set out above within your application. 

To note, your application can also be sent through in the form of a voice note, or PowerPoint presentation (no more than five slides). Should there be a more accessible format for your application to be received, please contact the recruitment inbox.

To note, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with interviews taking place on a regular basis, and we reserve the right to close the role early

If you have any questions about the role, please contact recruitment@royalcourttheatre.com ahead of the closing date.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to close the role early.

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