Deputy Manager - Restaurant - Knutsford

Deputy General Manager Restaurant
We re looking for an experienced and passionate Deputy General Manager to join our thriving, family-focused restaurant.
Our venue is built on warm hospitality, quality food, and creating memorable experiences for every guest who walks through our doors. We pride ourselves on being a welcoming, community-driven establishment where families, friends, and colleagues come together to enjoy great food and exceptional service.
As Deputy General Manager, you ll play a key leadership role in driving standards, supporting the General Manager, and inspiring a large team to deliver consistently outstanding service.
The Role This is a hands-on leadership position in a busy, high-volume environment. You ll be responsible for:

• Supporting the day-to-day running of the restaurant
• Leading, motivating, and developing a large team
• Maintaining exceptional service standards
• Ensuring food quality and presentation consistently meet expectations
• Managing rotas, staffing levels, and team performance
• Supporting stock control, cost management, and financial targets
• Ensuring compliance with food safety and health & safety regulations
• Handling guest feedback professionally and proactively

You ll be someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in creating a positive culture for both guests and team members.
What We re Looking For Our ideal Deputy General Manager will:

• Have proven experience in a General Manager or senior leadership role within hospitality
• Be confident running a busy establishment
• Demonstrate strong leadership and people management skills
• Have excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities
• Show strong financial awareness, including budget management and cost control
• Be passionate about fresh, high-quality food and outstanding guest service
• Stay calm, professional, and solution-focused under pressure
• Lead by example with a hands-on, proactive approach

Most importantly, we re looking for someone who genuinely loves hospitality and understands the importance of creating a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere where both guests and staff feel valued.
What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for career progression
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• The chance to play a key role in a growing and successful restaurant

If you re a driven leader ready to take the next step in your hospitality career, we d love to hear from you.
Apply now to join a team where great food, warm service, and a strong sense of community are at the heart of everything we do.