Restaurant Manager
13 hours ago
Cheltenham
ROLE: Restaurant Manager LOCATION :Cheltenham, Gloucestershire SALARY : £36,500 + around £2k Service Charge per year + Excellent Benefits Days Off: Sunday & Monday Guaranteed You've mastered the floor as an Assistant Manager - now it's time to own it. Step into a career-defining leadership role where your ideas matter, your skills shine and your talent is recognised and you have the opportunity to take full responsibility for a Rosette restaurant in the 4 star hotel & spa. Whether you're a proven Assistant Manager ready to step up or an experienced Restaurant Manager seeking a fresh challenge in a refined, boutique environment, this role offers genuine progression, influence, and visibility from day one. About the Restaurant & Hotel This intimate, design-led boutique hotel is renowned for its modern British cuisine, exceptional service, and Rosette dining. Popular with destination diners, weekend guests and exclusive-use events, the hotel blends relaxed luxury with impeccable standards. You'll join a forward-thinking, supportive leadership team who believe in developing their people and giving managers true ownership of their departments. The Role - What You'll Be Responsible For As Restaurant Manager, you'll take full ownership of the day-to-day operation: Day-to-Day Responsibilities Lead daily restaurant service, ensuring flawless execution across breakfast, lunch, and dinner services. Manage the restaurant ensuring consistency in quality and guest experience. Oversee and support weddings, celebrations and private events in the restaurant, ensuring smooth service and high standards. Create and deliver pre-service briefings, training sessions, and team development plans. Maintain and elevate service standards in line with Rosette expectations. Work closely with the Head Chef and kitchen leadership to coordinate menus, seasonal changes, and guest experience. Develop wine knowledge within the team; support pairing menus and wine recommendations. Lead on staffing: rota creation, forecasting, recruitment, onboarding, and performance management. Drive revenue through upselling, guest engagement, and exceptional hospitality. Monitor budgets, GP targets, stock levels and P&L performance of the restaurant. Deliver a visible, hands-on leadership presence on the floor - especially during peak service. What You'll Bring Essential Experience in a Rosette, fine-dining or high-end restaurant at Assistant Manager or Supervisor level. Proven ability to lead a team through busy services while maintaining calm and professionalism. Strong food and wine knowledge with a passion for guest experience. A natural coaching style - confident in giving feedback and training staff. Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills. Ambition and readiness to step into full departmental leadership. Desirable WSET qualification or strong interest in wine training. Previous involvement in budgeting, rota planning or stock control. What's in It for You Dedicated midweek planning time for admin, training, menus & projects. Excellent progression into F&B Manager or Operations roles. Training and development from a supportive and experienced senior team. Discounted dining & stays across the boutique hotel group. Meals on duty & Uniform provided . A positive, professional team environment where high standards and work/life balance both matter. Eligibility Applicants must have the right to work in the UK . Visa sponsorship is not available. TPBN1_UKCT