Food Court Assistant Manager

Food Court Assistant Manager Department: Buffets Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Bognor Regis Reporting To: Euan Sey Description To support the day-to-day management of a high-volume resort food court, ensuring safe, efficient and high-quality service across multiple outlets. The Food Court Assistant Manager helps lead teams, maintain standards, control costs and deliver a positive guest dining experience in line with brand and operational expectations Key Responsibilities Guest satisfaction scores Service speed and efficiency Food safety audit results Labour cost vs budget Team retention and engagement Stock and waste control Cleanliness and presentation standards Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Operational Management Support daily operation of the food court and all outlets within it. Ensure service areas are fully prepared and staffed for trading periods. Monitor service flow and step in to resolve operational issues. Maintain high standards of cleanliness, presentation and food safety. Support peak service periods and high guest volumes. Assist with queue management and guest flow to enhance experience. Coordinate with kitchen and outlet teams to ensure smooth service. Team Leadership Supervise and support supervisors and team members on shift. Lead shift briefings and ensure clear communication. Support rota planning aligned to demand and budget. Coach team members to deliver excellent service and efficiency. Support recruitment, onboarding and training. Address day-to-day people issues and escalate where appropriate. Promote a positive, inclusive and safety-first culture. Conduct 4/8/12 probation reviews/coffee chats with direct reports and liaise with other assistant managers to compose a fully rounded review of any supervisor Guest Experience Ensure a welcoming and efficient service for all guests. Handle guest queries and complaints professionally. Support improvements based on guest feedback. Maintain accessible and family-friendly service standards. Be visible and proactive on the floor during service. Financial & Stock Control Support labour cost control and efficient staffing. Assist with stock ordering, control and rotation. Monitor waste and support cost-saving initiatives. Ensure accurate cash handling and compliance. Support delivery of promotions and upselling opportunities. Health, Safety & Compliance Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards. Support allergen and dietary requirement processes. Ensure safe systems of work are followed. Support audits and inspections. Maintain accurate records and checks. Ensure all team members hold required training and certifications. Collaboration Work closely with other F&B venues, kitchens and operations teams. Support resort-wide events and peak periods. Liaise with cleaning, maintenance and supply teams. Deputise for the Food Court Manager when required. Job Benefits Essential Experience in a high-volume food service environment Supervisory or team leadership experience Strong organisational and communication skills Understanding of food safety and hygiene standards Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Good problem-solving skills Flexible to work shifts including evenings, weekends Christmas day and other public holidays Desirable Experience in holiday parks or resorts Food safety qualification (Level 2/3) Personal licence (where applicable) Experience managing rotas and staffing levels Cash handling and stock control experience