Location
Wanstead, E11 - 100 yards from the nearest tube station - Wanstead Station on The Central Line. Staff car park available.
The position
We are looking for an Assistant Manager for a large / fresh food pub with events / dining room and large outdoor area.
The role
We are looking for either an experienced current Assistant Manager or someone who is looking to make that move up the next run on the ladder, currently working in what may be a smaller pub to a larger venue.  Every day is different, however you will need to be organised, methodical and a good communicator, the ability to delegate effectively, demonstrate leadership skills and to be able to work as part of a team.
About you / previous experience

A proven track record of guiding and developing teams – coaching, mentoring and sharing enthusiasm.
The ability to work as part of a team, as well as be a leader – you will need to manage projects and assume responsibility in the General Manager’s absence.
Working knowledge of general best practice including cash-handling, Health and Safety and overall due diligence.
experience of running both bar, floor services and events.
Ability to managing standards and delivering great service.
You will need to be methodical and have a keen eye with attention to detail and working to deadlines.

We are a busy pub and this means that we require someone with previous experience in a similar role from either a pub / restaurant background, with fresh food experience.
Some or all of the following skills would be advantageous:

Knowledge of local and international craft beer, wine and cocktail trends.
A talent for spotting and resolving problems quickly and efficiently.
Cellar Management including ordering and stock control.
An understanding of Gross Profit, yield targets, wage targets and budgeting would be an advantage.
Managing / planning events and bookings -  including dining and events room.
Duty Management / Managing Day to Day Shifts.

The Business
This is a great opportunity to join an independent pub company, with freedom and autonomy to give you the room to make this position your own and successful.  We don’t believe in lots of red tape, we simply get on with the job to make it fun and to be successful. You will be joining a small management team  and report to the General Manager.
As for  the business, Manor House is an independent pub and not part of any big "pub chain" We are a real locals pub, destination venue and hub of the community - 10 Craft Beers on tap and 6 hand pulls – overall 30 taps of beer and fresh food served 7 days a week.
We trade over 3 areas - pub with dining room / first floor dining and events room and large beer garden.  We aim to deliver great quality, freshly prepared, home-cooked food using local suppliers.
Summer may have gone, but our beer garden is still in good use and busy on nice days – however, come spring / summer – we get busier. We were voted in London Time Out "Best Place To Drink In The Sun" in East London 2022  - so we could possibly have the best beer garden around!
We open from 10am daily serving light breakfast, lunch and dinner. Saturdays we serve brunch from 10am through until 4pm and Sunday is all about delivering a great Sunday Roast.   We do what we do and do it well.
Remuneration and Hours
Remuneration Circ 27k per annum (dependent of experience) + Service Charge /  48 Hours Per Week / Monthly Pay / 3 Month Probation Period.
The small print, the usual 28 days a year holiday / coffee, tea and biscuits etc.  You will also benefit from 25% off Food and Drink.
All applicants must be able to provide eligibility to work in the UK, provide National Insurance Number, have their own bank account and to be able to provide 2 references.