Are you a hospitality leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, family‑friendly environment? The Albion Hotel is seeking an experienced Bistro Manager to take charge of daily operations, lead a vibrant team, and help shape our venue as the go‑to destination for great food, warm service, and memorable family moments.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and energetic professional who loves creating outstanding guest experiences and is ready to bring fresh ideas and leadership to a dynamic hotel venue.
About the Role
As Bistro Manager at The Albion Hotel, you'll oversee the smooth and efficient running of our bistro and functions, ensuring every guest enjoys exceptional service from the moment they walk in.
You'll work closely with the Venue Manager to elevate service standards, grow the business, and deliver a welcoming dining experience for families, locals, and visitors alike.
The role includes staff leadership, function coordination, and supervision of our popular salad and veg bar.
What You'll Be Doing
* Overseeing daily bistro operations to ensure smooth, efficient, and friendly service
* Shaping The Albion Hotel as a leading family‑friendly dining venue
* Coordinating bistro bookings and functions, delivering seamless and memorable events
* Leading, training, and motivating a positive, engaged team
* Managing the salad and veg bar to ensure freshness, variety, and great presentation
* Ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and licensing requirements
* Assisting with inventory control, ordering, and supplier relationships
* Supporting continuous improvements in service, standards, and guest experience
What We're Looking For
* Strong hospitality leadership experience, ideally within bistro or hotel environments
* RSA certified and RP badged – Preferred
* A confident communicator with great people skills and a guest‑first mindset
* Organised, energetic and business‑focused, with an eye for operational improvements
* A passion for hospitality and creating memorable dining moments for families
* Ability to build a positive, motivated team culture
* Flexibility to work across a 7‑day roster, including nights and weekends
Why Work With Us?
* A true family‑friendly venue with a five‑storey indoor playground that guests love
* Competitive salary and career development opportunities within our group
* Access a complimentary Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing and support
* Supportive leadership and a lively, team‑focused culture
* Staff perks, employee discounts and a workplace that values fun and professionalism
Find Your Place at Piermount
At Piermount Services, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where individuality is respected and valued. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background or lived experience.
Thank you for your interest in joining our team. We aim to respond to all applications, regardless of the outcome. Due to the volume of submissions, some responses may be automated. We genuinely appreciate the time you've taken to research and apply.