09/10/2026
Our Assistant Manager has been promoted so we're looking for somebody to carry on the excellent job she's done over the past 2 1/2 years!
Assistant Manager β The Riverside, Lechlade
Full-time | 40+ hours per week
We are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic and hands-on Assistant Manager to join the team at The Riverside, Lechlade.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a busy pub environment, takes pride in delivering excellent customer service and has the leadership skills to help keep the pub running smoothly day to day.
Working closely with the Pub Manager, you will play a key role in the daily operation of the pub, leading the team on shift and ensuring our customers receive a warm welcome and a great experience every time they visit.
Key Responsibilities
Running shifts: Take responsibility for the smooth running of the pub during your shifts, leading and supporting the team to deliver excellent service.
Opening and closing: Carry out opening and closing procedures, ensuring the pub is ready for service and securely closed at the end of the day.
Cellar management: Take responsibility for cellar operations, including line cleaning, stock rotation, monitoring b**r quality, managing deliveries and maintaining a clean, safe and well-organised cellar.
Team leadership: Motivate and support the team, delegate tasks effectively and lead by example during busy services.
Management cover: Take responsibility for the overall running of the pub when the Pub Manager is on holiday or otherwise unavailable.
Customer experience: Ensure customers receive friendly, efficient service and deal with any customer queries or complaints professionally.
Stock and deliveries: Assist with stock control, ordering, deliveries and minimising waste.
Standards and compliance: Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety, health and safety, licensing and general presentation throughout the pub.
Communication: Work closely with the Pub Manager to keep them informed of daily operations, staffing, maintenance and any issues that arise.
What Weβre Looking For
Previous experience in a pub, bar or hospitality environment.
Experience supervising a team or running shifts, ideally within a pub.
Good knowledge of cellar management and draught b**r systems, or a willingness to learn.
A dependable, organised and proactive approach to work.
Confidence in making decisions and taking responsibility when required.
A friendly, approachable manner and a genuine passion for customer service.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays as required.
The ability to lead by example and work well as part of a team.
What We Offer
A full-time position of 40+ hours per week.
An important role within the day-to-day running of The Riverside.
The opportunity to develop your management skills and take on greater responsibility.
A supportive working environment where teamwork and great hospitality matter.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about pubs, enjoy leading a team and are ready to take the next step in your hospitality career, we would love to hear from you.
Please get in touch with The Riverside by emailing [email protected] with a cv