Assistant Restaurant Manager – Sale e Pepe La Terrazza

Summer in London deserves exceptional hospitality, and Sale e Pepe La Terrazza is looking for an experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager to help lead one of the capital's most beautiful al fresco dining destinations.

Located at The Langham, London, La Terrazza brings the relaxed elegance of the Italian coast to the heart of the city. With exceptional food, premium wines, warm hospitality and a vibrant atmosphere, it offers guests a truly memorable dining experience throughout the summer months.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Restaurant Manager looking to develop their career within one of London's most exciting hospitality groups. At the end of the summer season, the successful Assistant Restaurant Manager will transition into Sale e Pepe Mare, continuing their journey within the restaurant as we move indoors for the autumn and winter months.

What We Offer

Private Health Insurance
10 days fully paid sick leave
28 days annual leave
Pension Scheme
50% discount when dining in our restaurants with family and friends
Career progression within a fast-growing hospitality group
Ongoing learning and development
A supportive, people-focused culture
The opportunity to work alongside some of the industry's most talented hospitality professionals

The Role

As Assistant Restaurant Manager, you will work closely with the Restaurant Manager to ensure the seamless day-to-day operation of the restaurant. You will lead by example on the floor, inspire your team, and deliver exceptional guest experiences whilst maintaining the highest standards of service.

This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced, premium hospitality environment and enjoys developing people whilst driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Restaurant Manager with the daily operation of the restaurant.
Lead, motivate and develop the front of house team.
Deliver exceptional guest experiences and resolve any guest concerns professionally.
Maintain the highest standards of food, beverage and service.
Assist with team training, coaching and performance management.
Help manage rotas, labour costs and operational efficiencies.
Ensure compliance with company policies, health & safety and food safety standards.
Work collaboratively with the kitchen and wider management teams.
Support the achievement of financial and commercial targets.

About You

We are looking for an Assistant Restaurant Manager who brings genuine passion for hospitality together with strong leadership skills.

You will ideally have:

Previous experience as an Assistant Restaurant Manager or an experienced Restaurant Supervisor ready for the next step.
Experience within premium restaurants, luxury hotels or high-end hospitality.
Excellent leadership and communication skills.
A calm, positive approach under pressure.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
A genuine passion for delivering memorable guest experiences.
A hands-on management style with the ability to motivate and develop others.
The legal right to work in the UK.

If you are an ambitious Assistant Restaurant Manager looking to build your career with a growing hospitality group that values its people as much as its guests, we would love to hear from you.

Equal Opportunities

At Thesleff Group, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and celebrate the diversity that strengthens our teams. Recruitment decisions are based solely on skills, experience and potential, ensuring every candidate has an equal opportunity to succeed.

Assistant Restaurant Manager - La Terrazza