Assistant Restaurant Manager

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Restaurant / Dining Room Manager

Location: Co. Sligo

Role Type: Full-time

Reports To: Restaurant Manager / Food & Beverage Manager

About the Role:

We are currently recruiting an experienced Assistant Restaurant / Dining Room Manager on behalf of a prestigious hospitality venue in Co. Sligo. This role is ideal for a hospitality professional with strong leadership and supervisory experience who is passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences in a high-end dining environment. The successful candidate will support the management team in the day-to-day operation of the restaurant while helping to develop, motivate, and lead a professional service team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the smooth day-to-day operation of the dining room, ensuring consistently high service standards
• Lead, supervise, and motivate the restaurant team during service, maintaining a strong and visible presence on the floor
• Deliver a warm, professional, and memorable guest experience in line with luxury hospitality standards
• Train, coach, and mentor team members to promote confidence, consistency, and service excellence
• Assist with the onboarding of new staff and support ongoing training initiatives
• Support staff scheduling, rota planning, and ensuring adequate staffing levels
• Handle guest feedback and resolve issues in a professional and efficient manner
• Ensure compliance with all health & safety, food safety, and service procedures
• Work closely with kitchen and wider food & beverage teams to ensure seamless service delivery
• Contribute ideas to enhance the dining experience, service flow, and overall guest satisfaction

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in a fine-dining or high-end hospitality environment
• Previous supervisory or assistant management experience is essential
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership skills with a hands-on and positive approach
• High attention to detail and a genuine passion for hospitality
• Strong interest in training, mentoring, and developing team members
• Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity to work in a premium hospitality and dining environment
• €34,000 salary.
• Accommodation provided if necessary.
• Supportive management team and positive working culture
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Competitive remuneration, dependent on experience
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme