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Assistant Manager – The Ship Wandsworth
About The Ship
The Ship Wandsworth is a proper riverside pub with a big personality. Sitting right on the Thames, we’re known for great food, cold drinks, big events and a lively atmosphere that keeps our guests coming back.
From busy summer days on the riverside terrace to packed weekends, live music, sports, private events and our legendary Sunday sessions, there’s always something happening at The Ship. We’re looking for an Assistant Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to be right at the heart of it.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for an ambitious, energetic and experienced Assistant Manager to join our management team and help lead The Ship to its next level.
You’ll be a key player in the day-to-day running of the pub, working closely with the General Manager to deliver exceptional service, great food and an atmosphere our guests want to come back to.
You’ll be someone who:
- Leads from the front and sets the standard for the team
- Has a genuine passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences
- Is confident managing a busy, high-volume pub environment
- Can motivate, coach and develop a team to perform at their best
- Has excellent attention to detail and takes pride in the standards of the pub
- Is commercially minded and understands the importance of sales, labour and GP
- Is confident dealing with guests, resolving issues and turning problems into positive experiences
- Is organised, proactive and able to stay calm when the pub is firing on all cylinders
- Wants to build a long-term career in hospitality and is ready for their next challenge
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Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who brings energy, personality and a genuine desire to make The Ship a great place to work and visit.
What We Offer Our Assistant Managers
We want you to be successful, not just in your next role, but in your hospitality career.
- Career progression: Access to our Career Pathway with development towards General Manager – a large majority of our GM appointments are made internally
- Training & development: Fully funded apprenticeships, training courses and ongoing development
- Great benefits: 20% discount in all Young’s Pubs and 30% off overnight stays in our Pubs with Rooms
- Share Save Scheme: The opportunity to invest in Young’s through our Share Save Scheme
- Free meals while on shift
- 28 days holiday per year
- Company pension scheme
- The opportunity to work in one of Wandsworth’s busiest and most exciting riverside pubs
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Your Next Step
If you’re an experienced Assistant Manager, or a strong Supervisor ready to take the next step, and you’re looking for a role where no two days are the same, we’d love to hear from you.
Bring your energy, ambition and passion for hospitality to The Ship. Come and help us make some noise on the river.
Skills
- Experience in Customer Service
- Passion for hospitality
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