FOH Manager, Essex, £32'000-£35'000 + Tips

We’re supporting this beautiful new opening, food-focused pub that aims to blend relaxed, village-pub charm with high-quality cooking and proper hospitality. Led by the Chef Patron, the kitchen will be the heart of the place but they're just as passionate about creating a front-of-house experience that feels warm, polished, and personal.

We’re looking for a FOH Manager to take charge of the floor and bring the pub to life. While the Chef Patron leads the kitchen, you’ll be the one running the show out front, ensuring service flows smoothly, the team stays upbeat, organised and every guest leaves happy. This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone who genuinely loves hospitality, knows how to lead a team, and wants to help shape a new opening from day one.

The Role

• Running service with confidence and calm, making sure everything feels relaxed but professional

• Being the “eyes and ears” of the pub while the chef is in the kitchen

• Keeping communication strong between FOH and the kitchen so everything runs smoothly

• Setting the tone on the floor, leading by example with warm, attentive hospitality

• Assisting with recruitment and training of a friendly, knowledgeable FOH team

• Running daily briefs before service, helping with rotas, and keeping everyone motivated

• Creating a positive, supportive working environment where people enjoy coming to work

• Getting to know regulars, greeting guests, and being a genuine, welcoming presence

• Handling feedback in a friendly, solution-focused way

• Making sure every detail, from timings to table touches are on point

• Managing bookings, table plans, and service flow

• Helping with stock checks, ordering, and cash-ups

• Ensuring the pub stays on top of health & safety, cleanliness, and licensing requirements

• Working closely with the Chef Patron to shape standards, systems, and the overall guest experience

The Person

• Experience as FOH Manager or Assistant Manager in a food-led pub or restaurant.

• Confident leading a team and running a busy floor

• A natural communicator who enjoys working alongside a kitchen team

• Calm under pressure, organised, and able to think on your feet

• Passionate about good food, good drink, and genuine hospitality

• Excited by the idea of helping build a new pub from the ground up

The Package

• The chance to be part of an exciting new opening and work closely with a passionate Chef Patron

• Real input into how the pub runs and how the guest experience evolves

• A competitive salary £32'000 - £35'000 + Tips

• Staff meals, training, and opportunities to develop with the business

• A supportive, friendly team culture where your ideas matter

Apply below or pop me an email angus@bread-hospitality.co.uk