Job Description

Overview

The Summer Restaurant Duty Manager is responsible for front of house, hospitality, events and management of The Woodland Bistro at Celtic Harmony Camp.

40 hours a week 5 weekends on 1 off.

The role will be to ensure that The Woodland Bistro operates smoothly at weekends, providing a warm and professional welcome to visitors and will play a pivotal role in organizing and executing workshops, overnight stays and other events, under the supervision of the Managing Director. It encompasses a variety of responsibilities, serving as the first point of contact for our guests. You will be instrumental in coordinating catering arrangements and marketing events around The Woodland Bistro. The ideal candidate will possess a commitment to delivering exceptional service in all aspects of hospitality and event management.

Duties

Bistro Management

Oversee and manage all aspects of food and beverage operations for events, guided by the Managing Director and in collaboration with the Chef. Coordinate roundhouse and Bistro set up and breakdown according to event requirements Attend weekly event meetings. Collaborate with the facilities and education teams as needed Manage catering inventory and order supplies as needed. Coordinate till payments and maintain records of costs for all food and beverage orders, with support from the MD/Chef. Supervise external event support staff and ensure health and safety standards are maintained. Coordinate weekend workshops and assist with coordination of special events such as storytelling evenings. Any other duties as reasonably required

Event Coordination

Assist in developing existing events and weekend workshops and creatin new experiences Liaising with performers / craft people. Logistics of event organisation: planning, resources, programme Ensure all on-site facilities are clean and tidy for visitors (overnight roundhouses, toilets, washrooms) Budgeting Assist in delivery of events (meet & greet, activities, catering) Promotion of Events (Online and offline) To effectively use social media platforms and proactively promote events and share stories, supervised by the Marketing Coordinator Assist with online and offline marketing on visitor platforms and magazines. Assist with collating stats to measure marketing performance Assist with telemarketing campaigns

Skills

Exceptional communication skills to effectively interact with clients, vendors, and team members. Strong time management abilities to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Proven organisational skills to manage multiple events simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail. Experience in the hospitality industry, particularly within hotels or restaurants, is highly desirable. Knowledge of upselling techniques to enhance client offerings and increase revenue opportunities. A background in guest services to ensure a high level of satisfaction for all attendees.
If you possess a passion for event planning and know how to organise The Woodland Bistro, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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

Pay: 13.00-15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

8 hour shift Weekend availability
Experience:

Restaurant management: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 01/07/2025
Expected start date: 12/07/2025