Assissant Front of House manager

The Barrington Boar is looking to expand their team with an assistant front of house manager. For more details please email info@thebarringtonboar.co.uk with a CV.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced, charismatic, and highly organised Assistant Front of House Manager to lead our service team at our award-winning country gastro pub in the heart of Somerset. This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone passionate about exceptional hospitality, local food and drink, and creating memorable guest experiences in a relaxed yet refined setting.

You will be responsible for overseeing front of house operations, maintaining our high standards of service, and inspiring a warm, professional team culture that reflects the character and reputation of our pub.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, motivate, and develop the front of house team to deliver outstanding service at all times

  • Oversee daily service across lunch, dinner, and events, ensuring smooth and efficient operations

  • Act as a visible host, engaging with guests and ensuring every visit exceeds expectations

  • Maintain high standards of presentation, cleanliness, and ambience throughout the pub

  • Work closely with the Head Chef and kitchen team to ensure seamless service and menu knowledge

  • Manage reservations, table planning, and guest flow

  • Train and onboard front of house staff

  • Handle guest feedback and resolve issues professionally and confidently

About You

  • Proven experience in a Front of House Manager or senior hospitality role, ideally within a gastro pub or quality restaurant

  • A natural leader with a calm, positive, and professional approach

  • Passionate about food, drink, and delivering exceptional customer experiences

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

  • Confident working in a fast-paced, high-standard environment

  • Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work evenings and weekends

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary, dependent on experience

  • A supportive, passionate team in a well-established, award-winning pub

  • Opportunities for career development and progression

  • Staff discounts and other benefits

  • The chance to be part of a business that values quality, local produce, and genuine hospitality

If you are an experienced hospitality professional looking to lead a talented team in a beautiful Somerset setting, we would love to hear from you

Full-time & Permanent

Benefits:

  • Staff food

  • Employee discount

  • Gym membership

  • On-site parking

 Chef de Partie 

We are always interested in meeting new chefs and people who might be looking to join our team. Send us your CV to info@thebarringtonboar.co.uk

pay: £29,000.00 - £32,000.00 per year

Job description:

The Barrington Boar are looking to recruit chefs of all levels (including apprentice) to expand our growing brigade. Having recently been included in the Michelin guide and top50 gastro pubs in the country, amongst other accolades and recent media praise. The kitchen are looking for passionate foodies to join the team.

The Perks

  • Salary of £29,000-£32,000 with excellent share of tips

  • 3 days off a week!

  • Will discuss part time but, must be available weekends.

  • Guaranteed all day Monday and Tuesday off.

  • 28 days holiday p.a

  • Pension scheme

  • Great on the job training, support & professional development

  • Staff meals on duty & proper barista coffee provided

  • 25% discount on food when dining with friends & family

  • Gym membership

As Chef at the Barrington Boar, you would be working with our fantastic kitchen team, under the experienced leadership of our chef-proprietor Alasdair Clifford who has a wealth of Michelin experience. We believe that great food, drinks & service can only be delivered by happy, fulfilled people and so work hard to make The Barrington Boar a great place to work. The whole menu is cooked from scratch from start to finish using local fine products from artisan suppliers, this is a fantastic opportunity to learn and develop as a chef.

The company has recently built further dining space and acquired land and property adjacent to the pub with plans to build a market garden to serve the restaurant as well as a bakery, giving the right candidate excellent career opportunities and progression within the business

What the job involves:

  • You will be working straight shifts over the course of a 42 hour week, Wed-Sun.

  • You will be responsible for preparing, cooking and presenting high quality dishes.

  • You will be expected to assist the Head Chef and Sous Chef in creating menu items, recipes and developing dishes.

  • You will be expected to assist with the management of health and safety.

  • You will be expected to assist with the management of food hygiene practices.

  • You will be contributing to ordering and stock management.

  • You will be expected to bring enthusiasm and creativity to help the restaurant in their drive for awards.

  • Other ad hoc duties as required.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for a person who is innovative and creative with what they do and a passionate foodie. Experienced chef or entry level, the candidate must be someone who can bring enthusiasm and pride to their work ensuring only the best leaves the kitchen. We are looking for someone who is reliable, a hard worker and is able to contribute to menu creation and ordering.

As well as this the following are required;

  • Right to work in UK - do not apply if you do not have this.

  • 1-2 years’ experience in restaurants of a similar standard.

  • A real passion for food and cooking

  • A drive to progress in the hospitality industry

  • Full clean drivers license

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent