The Role
We’re looking for an experienced and confident Front of House Manager. You’ll be at the heart of our restaurant – ensuring that every guest experiences excellent, friendly service, and that our team feels supported and inspired to give their best.
Daytime-only shifts – no late nights!
Hours: Approx. 8:30 am – 5.00 pm
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Start Date: Flexible
Availability: Full-time (Tuesday to Saturday). Part-time considered for the right candidate
About The Kitchen
Located at the heart of Babylon Eco Centre, The Kitchen is a vibrant and welcoming restaurant set on the edge of the Ashdown Forest. We serve simple, seasonal, and elegant food using local ingredients whenever possible—often straight from our kitchen garden and greenhouse.
Babylon Eco Centre is a unique and evolving destination, offering delicious food, beautiful plants, curated retail spaces, and a versatile event venue. The Kitchen plays a central role in building our growing community.
Key Responsibilities
- Run daily front of house service, ensuring it is efficient, friendly and well-paced and that customers have a excellent experience
- Manage reservations, table allocation and guest flow
- Create an efficient process for managing stock and orders, liaising with suppliers
- Lead, support and develop the front of house team, setting a great example at all times
About you
- Experience in a management role in a front of house team
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Warm, friendly and efficient in your approach to customer service
- A confident and supportive team leader
- Excellent, clear communicator
What We Offer
- Daytime-only shifts – no late nights
- Competitive pay
- A supportive, friendly working environment
- A beautiful, nature-rich setting
- The chance to be part of a welcoming and growing community
Apply now
This is a great opportunity to join a fabulous and expanding community, working in a beautiful setting with a team that values quality, care and genuine hospitality.
Please fill out the form below, and we’ll be in touch.