Assistant Manager

We are 1 The Island Quarter.

1 The Island Quarter is an ambitious and exciting real estate development of a 36 acre freehold site in the heart of Nottingham, a development that has been ongoing since 2016 when the land was acquired.

We are a new & dynamic hospitality team charged with creating 1 The Island Quarter to be a sustainable business, transforming it into a cultural hub, a new and exciting destination for experiencing food, arts, music, sporting events and other community interests.  The first phase consists of 2 restaurants - Binks Yard and Cleaver & Wake, an outside live events space with a bandstand and an internal venue for private functions, a rooftop terrace as well as a florist.

What we do at 1 The Island Quarter is much more than be just a venue.  Our guest-centric team love what they do, taking pride in always delivering value and consistency, they are actively generous in going the extra mile to create great memories for our guests, aiming to deliver genuine, exceptional service that is inclusive, authentic and fun.

Cleaver & Wake

Cleaver & Wake is more than a restaurant, it is an experience.  The vision of our Chef Patron Laurence Henry, the menu allows you to be taken on a food journey, cooked in our open kitchen by our very skilled and passionate chefs.  Our knowledgeable bar team will pair drinks that heighten your experience and our front of house team know no bounds on ensuring that you are taken care of.  Cleaver & Wake is a place where memories are made.

This person supports the deputy general manager with running a smooth and successful operation at Cleaver & Wake.  An experienced operator, you will bring with you your passion for hospitality, a desire to make the guest journey the best it can be and develop your team to do the same along the way.  No 2 days will be the same and the hours can be long.

Your role asks you to train your team to meet the exceptional service standards we set, ensure the restaurant and all outer areas are guest ready at all times, as well as working with budgets – controlling labour and food/drink stock margins.  Achieving a 5* food hygiene rating will be something you are used to and can help us gain and maintain.  You thrive under pressure, are emotionally intelligent in dealing with guests and are supportive to your team – you enjoy seeing a job well done and ensure your team have the same satisfaction.  With a wealth of experience organising and managing events, you will be a key person to liaise with our sales and events team.

Benefits Of Working At The Island Quarter

We’re offering much more than a job.  Hospitality is a way of life.  We’re on a whirlwind adventure, working with our suppliers, partners and team to bring a new culinary experience to Nottingham – using fresh and exciting ingredients, mixology and flair, as well as a tailored guest journey. That’s a big deal.  But so are you.  That’s why we have a reward system that we know you’ll give the thumbs up to.  This includes:

• A culture where you’re valued, supported and inspired to be at your best
• Generous holiday package
• Discounted food and drink whilst on shift
• A heavily discounted gym membership with Virgin Active at Nottingham
• Discount at Cineworld, Showcase and Odeon cinemas
• Discounted travel using Tramslink
• An Employee Assistance Program – we understand that we live in challenging times and whilst our Team will always be on hand to support one another it is sometimes more appropriate to have an alternative outlet to speak to about issues that may be affecting you

We are 1 The Island Quarter.

1 The Island Quarter is an ambitious and exciting real estate development of a 36 acre freehold site in the heart of Nottingham, a development that has been ongoing since 2016 when the land was acquired.

We are a new & dynamic hospitality team charged with creating 1 The Island Quarter to be a sustainable business, transforming it into a cultural hub, a new and exciting destination for experiencing food, arts, music, sporting events and other community interests.  The first phase consists of 2 restaurants - Binks Yard and Cleaver & Wake, an outside live events space with a bandstand and an internal venue for private functions, a rooftop terrace as well as a florist.

What we do at 1 The Island Quarter is much more than be just a venue.  Our guest-centric team love what they do, taking pride in always delivering value and consistency, they are actively generous in going the extra mile to create great memories for our guests, aiming to deliver genuine, exceptional service that is inclusive, authentic and fun.

Cleaver & Wake

Cleaver & Wake is more than a restaurant, it is an experience.  The vision of our Chef Patron Laurence Henry, the menu allows you to be taken on a food journey, cooked in our open kitchen by our very skilled and passionate chefs.  Our knowledgeable bar team will pair drinks that heighten your experience and our front of house team know no bounds on ensuring that you are taken care of.  Cleaver & Wake is a place where memories are made.

This person supports the deputy general manager with running a smooth and successful operation at Cleaver & Wake.  An experienced operator, you will bring with you your passion for hospitality, a desire to make the guest journey the best it can be and develop your team to do the same along the way.  No 2 days will be the same and the hours can be long.

Your role asks you to train your team to meet the exceptional service standards we set, ensure the restaurant and all outer areas are guest ready at all times, as well as working with budgets – controlling labour and food/drink stock margins.  Achieving a 5* food hygiene rating will be something you are used to and can help us gain and maintain.  You thrive under pressure, are emotionally intelligent in dealing with guests and are supportive to your team – you enjoy seeing a job well done and ensure your team have the same satisfaction.  With a wealth of experience organising and managing events, you will be a key person to liaise with our sales and events team.

Benefits Of Working At The Island Quarter

We’re offering much more than a job.  Hospitality is a way of life.  We’re on a whirlwind adventure, working with our suppliers, partners and team to bring a new culinary experience to Nottingham – using fresh and exciting ingredients, mixology and flair, as well as a tailored guest journey. That’s a big deal.  But so are you.  That’s why we have a reward system that we know you’ll give the thumbs up to.  This includes:

• A culture where you’re valued, supported and inspired to be at your best
• Generous holiday package
• Discounted food and drink whilst on shift
• A heavily discounted gym membership with Virgin Active at Nottingham
• Discount at Cineworld, Showcase and Odeon cinemas
• Discounted travel using Tramslink
• An Employee Assistance Program – we understand that we live in challenging times and whilst our Team will always be on hand to support one another it is sometimes more appropriate to have an alternative outlet to speak to about issues that may be affecting you