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

Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs

Q What is the National Living Wage rate for restaurant staff in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
As per GOV.UK, the National Living Wage for restaurant workers aged 21 and over is £12.80 per hour from 1 April 2026. Workers aged 18-20 receive £10.50 per hour and those aged 16-17 receive £7.55 per hour, with no separate rate for hospitality roles. Employers must pay this for all hours worked including training shifts.
Q What visa is required for non-UK citizens to work in restaurant jobs in the United Kingdom in 2026?
As per GOV.UK, restaurant roles below skilled worker threshold require a Seasonal Worker visa valid for up to 6 months with a £1,270 maintenance fund shown. The visa costs £298 and allows work only with a licensed sponsor in hospitality. Extensions are not permitted beyond the 6-month limit.
Q Do I need a food hygiene certificate to apply for restaurant jobs in the United Kingdom?
As per GOV.UK, no formal qualification is mandatory but employers require a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate for handling food in restaurants. The certificate must be obtained within 3 months of starting and costs £20-£50 for the 6-hour course. Experience is not required for entry-level roles.
Q How many hours can I work per week in a UK restaurant job and what holiday entitlement applies in 2026?
As per GOV.UK, restaurant workers have a maximum 48-hour average working week under the Working Time Regulations unless they opt out. Full-time staff receive 5.6 weeks of paid holiday including bank holidays for a 40-hour contract. Part-time staff accrue holiday pro-rata at 12.07% of hours worked.
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