New Openings Deputy Manager

At Buzzworks, we are more than just a hospitality group, we are a community. With 22 vibrant venues (and growing) across Scotland, we deliver incredible food, great drinks, and unforgettable experiences in neighbourhood venues people love.

As we continue to grow, including expanding into venues with rooms we are looking for a New Openings Deputy Manager to play a key role in bringing new Buzzworks venues to life.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of our openings team, supporting new venue launches across the business, building teams from the ground up, and setting the standard for what great hospitality looks like from day one.

The Buzz

• Flexible working – shifts that work around your life
• Training & Development – we support your journey
• Stream App – access your wages before payday
• Top 100 Best Companies to Work For
• 40% staff discount across all Buzzworks venues
• Internal progression opportunities – we promote from within
• Extra holidays after 1, 3, and 5 years’ service
• Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance, wellness hub, discounted gym

The Works

As New Openings Deputy Manager, you will work closely with the General Manager and the openings team to support the successful delivery of new venues across Buzzworks.

From pre-opening set up to launch and beyond, you will help create high-performing teams, embed Buzzworks standards, and ensure every venue is ready to deliver an exceptional guest experience from day one.

You will thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, bringing energy, structure and strong leadership to every opening.

In this role, you will..

• Support the delivery of new venue openings, from set up through to launch and beyond
• Lead and support teams on the ground, ensuring readiness across people, product and environment
• Be able to support with training, inductions and onboarding for new team members
• Coach and develop teams to build confidence, capability and consistency
• Embed Buzzworks service standards, creating energy, theatre and a strong guest experience
• Maintain high standards in quality, service, safety and compliance
• Adapt quickly across different venues, teams and operational challenges
• Support newly acquired venues, helping maintain stability and introduce Buzzworks ways of working
• Play a key role in the transition from opening into a stable, high-performing operation
• Be a driver with access to your own veichle

You Are

• An experienced hospitality leader in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• A confident trainer and coach who enjoys developing others
• Adaptable, organised and thrives in new and changing environments
• Calm under pressure, with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• A natural leader who brings energy, pace and a positive attitude
• Detail-focused, with high standards and a hands-on approach
• Passionate about delivering great guest experiences and building strong teams

This is a unique opportunity to be part of Buzzworks’ growth, shaping new venues, supporting acquisitions, and helping build teams that deliver exceptional hospitality across Scotland.

Buzzworks is an equal opportunity employer. We believe a diverse, empowered team is the key to achieving our aim:

To make people feel great through hospitality.