Assistant Manager - Seasonal

The Moorings – Assistant Manager 

Alderney and The Moorings 

Looking for somewhere new to explore? Keen to live a short walk from beautiful white sand beaches? Searching for a place where you can find the perfect life-work balance whilst saving money and working alongside a team of like minded people? Join our team on Alderney, in The Channel Islands. Alderney has something for everyone: stunning beaches, wildlife, history, plentiful restaurants, pubs, beach BBQs, sports, camping, fishing, a week long summer festival, and a cosy winter season. 

We want our staff to embrace island life and the community – there is plenty to do and the more you put in, the more you get out! 

The Moorings is a beach bar and cafe with direct access to the stunning Braye beach - with views of crystal blue water and white sand from the large terrace, it’s no wonder The Moorings is an island favourite for hearty breakfasts, lazy lunches in the sun, fresh stone-baked pizzas, cocktails at sunset, and dancing the night away at one of our live music events.  

The Moorings is a fun, relaxed and sociable place to work, we’re looking for staff who are energetic, friendly, and have a passion for great customer service.  

Responsibilities 

The job will be varied, and you will need to be flexible and enthusiastic to fit with The Moorings ethos.  

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:  

• Oversee the running of the Moorings restaurant operations. 
• Acting as line manager to a the front and back of house team.  
• Working closely with the General Manager and Head Chef to develop the menu and product.  
• Responsible for training and ongoing development of staff.  
• Creating and maintaining objectives and targets for food sales and service standards. 
• Ensuring the highest level of customer service is met at all times.  
• Play an active role in the day to day bar and floor operations building relationships with customers and key stake-holders. 
• Encouraging customer feedback and managing appropriately.  
• Assisting in the development of our events programme and running of events. 
• Working with Marketing manager to ensure the proper marketing of any events, openings and updates. 
• Handling of cash and administrative responsibilities including rotas in line with targets. 

Skills and experience needed 

• 2+ years experience in a managerial or supervisor role, ideally in a casual dining restaurant. 
• A passion for delivering excellent service in a fast paced environment.  
• A foodie with good knowledge of food and beverages. 
• A working bar knowledge and understanding of cellar management ideal. 
• Excellent communication & organisation skills. 
• Experience in cash management, scheduling and restaurant admin.  
• Good eye for detail. 
• Confidence in managing and motivating a team. 
• Can work hard but most importantly have fun!  

Perks 

• Competitive salary plus tips paid weekly. 
• 2 consecutive days off per week. 
• Equal share of tips weekly in cash. 
• Outgoing flight from the UK covered, bar a £75 contribution. 
• Discount on food and beverage at The Georgian House & The Moorings.  
• Staff accommodation. 
• Accommodation discounts for family & friends. 
• You will be given your birthday off as an additional day of annual leave, unless it coincides with a peak week or event, in which case you will be required to work and will accrue time off in lieu. You will also receive a voucher for a three-course meal at The Georgian House, including a cocktail and a bottle of wine to share with a guest for your birthday. (Permanent staff only) 
• End of shift house drink. This perk is a daily treat meant to be enjoyed on-site after your shift and cannot be accumulated or carried over to future days. 
• Holiday pay. 
• Meals on duty. 
• Professional development opportunities. 

To apply email [email protected] including 

• Your up to date CV. 
• A cover letter. 
• Where you are currently based. 
• Information on your current right to work in the UK. 
• What date you are available to start work, and what date you can work until.  

Other positions are also available both at The Moorings and at our sister businesses on Alderney - please send an email for more information.