Assistant Restaurant Manager

Assistant Restaurant Manager


Company
MHDV
Location
Leeds
Posted
12 days ago
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via 155 Vacancies - Malmaison Hotel Du Vin - Malmaison

Job Description
Job title: Assistant Restaurant Manager, Malmaison.

Rate of Pay / Hours: £31,500 plus Tronc, 45 hours.

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time.

Location: Malmaison Leeds.

Get paid for doing what you love, get loads of perks and benefits, learn something new and make a career for life with Malmaison.

Are high standards second nature to you? Do you love people and making guests smile everyday knowing you have delivered celebrity service? Do you want to be part of something different, working with the best food, drink and a brand you will be proud of?

You will:
• Have experience of working within a fast-paced F&B operation.
• Experience running functions, meetings, private dining and drinks receptions.
• Strong restaurant experience. Bar knowledge desirable.
• Some wine knowledge desireable.
• Experience in hotel F&B operations desireable.
• Understanding of catering costs, GP and labour control.
• Experience in rotaing.
• Able to motivate and manage a team.

You will report directly to our F&B manager and be responsible for driving excellent service standards within our brasserie and events spaces. You will also be responsible for completing duty manager shifts within the hotel. Weekend work and flexibility essential.

We create memories that the guest will never forget. This could be the next step for you into a Head of Department position within Malmaison – we actively encourage internal development and progression.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q What is the National Living Wage for restaurant workers aged 21 and over in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
As per the UK Government, the National Living Wage for restaurant workers aged 21 and over is £12.75 per hour from 1 April 2026. Workers aged 18 to 20 receive £10.50 per hour and those under 18 receive £7.55 per hour, with tips excluded from the calculation. Employers must pay this rate for all hours worked including training time.
Q What visa is required for non-UK citizens to take up restaurant jobs in the United Kingdom in 2026?
As per the UK Government, non-UK citizens need a Skilled Worker visa sponsored by a licensed restaurant employer with a minimum salary of £38,700 or the going rate for the role. The visa costs £719 for up to 3 years and allows work in roles such as chef or supervisor on the eligible occupations list. EU citizens must apply through the same route after the end of free movement.
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As per the UK Government, no formal qualifications are required for entry-level chef positions but a Level 2 or 3 diploma in professional cookery is preferred by 65% of employers. At least 1 year of kitchen experience is needed for commis chef roles paying £23,000 annually, while head chef positions require 5 years experience and a food hygiene certificate.
Q What documents are required to apply for restaurant jobs in the United Kingdom?
As per the UK Government, applicants must provide a CV, proof of right to work such as a passport or visa, and a National Insurance number. Food handlers need a valid Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate issued within the last 3 years and references from previous employers covering the last 2 years.
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