Deputy Restaurant Manager - Botanical Rooms

Deputy Restaurant Manager – The Botanical Rooms

£38,000 per annum plus tronc with earning of up to £45,000.

40 hours per week across 5 days, with regular weekends and evenings. Based onsite - BA7

Due to the location of the Estate a driving license is recommended for this role

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Be the calm, confident force behind one of The Newt’s flagship dining experiences.

Our Deputy Restaurant Manager – The Botanical Rooms

The Botanical Rooms is looking for a highly organised, hands-on Deputy Restaurant Manager to act as second-in-command and help drive a slick, polished and memorable restaurant operation. Working closely with the Restaurant Manager, you will take the lead on daily floor management, team scheduling, labour planning, events and exclusive use functions, ensuring every service runs seamlessly and every guest experience feels effortless. This is a brilliant opportunity for a confident hospitality leader who thrives on the floor, loves developing people and knows how to turn detailed planning into exceptional delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day restaurant operation, ensuring exceptional service standards are consistently delivered.
• Deputise for the Restaurant Manager, taking full responsibility for the operation when required.
• Lead service from the floor, providing visible leadership, coaching and operational support.
• Prepare and manage weekly rotas, ensuring labour is planned effectively around business needs.
• Take ownership of operational planning and delivery for events and exclusive use functions.
• Work closely with Events, Kitchen and Front of House teams to ensure every booking is clearly communicated and brilliantly executed.
• Monitor labour costs, operational efficiency and service standards while maintaining an exceptional guest experience.
• Support team development through coaching, feedback, training and performance conversations.

What we can offer

• A positive workplace environment with opportunities to develop both personally and professionally.
• Peace of mind with Employee Life Cover, providing your nominated loved one with 2x your salary.
• Support from our Employee Assistance Programme, including unlimited 24/7 remote GP appointments for you and your family.
• Look after your wellbeing with complimentary access to our Spa and swimming pools and our exclusive benefit of 50% off Spa Treatments.
• Stay in shape with complimentary use of our gym and wellbeing classes.
• Access to our Cycle to Work scheme, supporting wellbeing and sustainable commuting.
• Complimentary staff meal when onsite – crafted by our dedicated kitchen team, often featuring fresh produce from our estate.
• Enjoy shopping in both our shops on estate and online with 30% discount for all our colleagues and free delivery for any online purchases.
• Complimentary garden membership for The Newt and our partner gardens, including the Eden Project, Kew Gardens and The Lost Gardens of Heligan.
• We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our colleague recognition programme – Newt Awards, with the opportunity to achieve amazing rewards, including a complimentary Hotel Stay.
• Discover exclusive perks with discounted hotel stays for staff, accompanied by a 30% discount at our restaurants.
• A team that knows how to have fun with regular team engagement activities, including Fun Squad events.
• Up to 30 days annual leave each year for our full-time team.

What we're looking for

• Previous management experience within a luxury or premium hospitality environment.
• Strong operational floor leadership with the confidence to make decisions during service.
• Proven experience creating rotas, managing labour and planning team schedules.
• Experience delivering private dining, events or exclusive use functions.
• A natural leader who inspires, coaches and develops Front of House teams.
• Excellent organisation, communication and relationship-building skills.
• Calmness under pressure, with a proactive and commercially aware approach.
• A genuine passion for luxury hospitality, food, wine, provenance and memorable guest experiences.

Where you'll be working

Located within Hadspen House, the Botanical Rooms showcases the very best of high-end, contemporary British cuisine in a refined yet welcoming setting. With a 60-cover dining room, the restaurant offers guests a luxurious experience where seasonal menus celebrate produce from the Estate and trusted local suppliers. Every dish reflects a commitment to quality, provenance, and creativity, ensuring a dining experience that is both memorable and unique.

Who are we- The Newt in Somerset

Nestled within an expanse of rolling fields and steeped in ancient history, our luxury country estate stands as a haven of refined elegance, inviting guests to explore acres of captivating gardens, meandering pathways, and enriching exhibitions - accessible 364 days a year for our members. Our hotel extends a warm welcome, offering a home-away-from-home experience where impeccable service flourishes in an ambiance of unassuming sophistication. Beyond the estate, the Newt's essence remains tangible, with our Ecommerce teams delivering our finest products to homes, while media and membership endeavours keep them informed of our latest developments. Behind the scenes, a tapestry of talented teams - from Housekeeping to HR, Finance to Farming - collaborates harmoniously, crafting an unforgettable journey of growth, development, and innovation, where every contribution creates unparalleled experiences.

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