Assistant Restaurant Manager (The Grand Lobby)

Company Description

Raffles Hotel Singapore is one of the few remaining great 19th century hotels in the world, perfectly preserved both inside and out, giving it an intoxicating blend of luxury, history and classic colonial design. Its distinctive architecture, legendary heritage and iconic service continue to enthrall visitors where suites, social spaces, award-winning restaurants and bars are presented for discerning travellers. No visit to Singapore is complete without a stay here, where the grand historic hotel exudes old-world grandeur infused with the unique charm of the city state.

About the Restaurant

Reminiscent of extravagant parties that were once held in The Grand Lobby, the Raffles Afternoon Tea is perfect for chic celebrations or a light repast with friends. Indulge in a luxurious experience in the restored Grand Lobby of the iconic Raffles Singapore. The grandeur of floor-to-ceiling Victorian pillars, bathed in soft daylight streaming through the skylight.

Job Description

This position assists the restaurant manager to supervise the overall operation and service standards of the outlet to meet and exceeds guest’s dining experience expectations.

Main responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting the restaurant manager in creating a Food and Beverage destination within Raffles Hotel Singapore, maximising revenues, achieving financial and quality targets, marketing, confirming required staffing levels, conducting training and development of team members.

Primary Responsibilities

Oversees Daily Operations and Achieving Targets

• Works closely with the manager to forecast sales, covers and payroll costs.
• Supervises the daily operation and ensures sufficient manning coverage for operations.
• Assigns the supervisors with responsibilities and tasks that they are best suited for.
• Ensures that all duties, tasks and services are carried out according to the required standards as prescribed by the hotel.
• Consistently adheres to timeline of deliverables.
• Maintains consistency in quality of food, beverage and service above all else.
• In the absent of the manager, attends briefings and meetings held by the department and updates all latest policies as needed.
• Possesses in depth and supervision knowledge of all food and beverage menus and its preparations and presentations. This includes in depth and supervision knowledge of bar and wine operations.
• Detailed knowledge and experience in establishing, training and executing sales techniques and marketing plans.
• Ensures cleanliness and appearance of the restaurant and related areas at all times and takes immediate action if needed or required.
• Familiarises self with the hotel’s applicable processes, software and technologies (e.g. Micros, Avero, Material Control, etc.).
• Is present in the operation during all meal periods.

Provides a Leading and Consistent Guest Experience

• Is pro-actively engaged in guest service.
• Promotes sales through direct guests’ contact.
• Constantly obtains guest feedback during operation to ensure satisfaction and builds loyal following/return guest’s database.
• Handles guest complaints and comments competently and swiftly.
• Leads the service team to personalise guest experience and in accordance with Hotel Standards.
• Builds strong relationship with local guests and builds loyal following as foundation for a successful operation.
• Maintains levels of confidentiality and discretion of the guest, colleagues, operator at all times.

Management and Leadership of Outlet

• Executes hands-on leadership by actively engaging in colleague support and guest service during all major meal periods.
• Leads and supports the team to be consistent in service standards, executes a collaborative and enabling leadership style. Provides regular team meetings for training and arranges examinations for the team members to achieve higher standards and skills.
• Drives the team to achieve common goals and