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Job Title: Restaurant Manager (New Opening) Location: Lauretta’s Pizzeria, 93 Columbia Road, E2 7RG Type: Full-Time (45 Hours per week) Pay: TBC Depending on experience Start Date: 25th June Reports to: Owners Job Summary: We are opening an exciting new restaurant and are looking for an experienced and hands-on Restaurant Manager to lead the setup and day-to-day running of the business. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in building a restaurant from the ground up — shaping the team, operations, and service culture from the very beginning. The ideal candidate will be organized, proactive, and confident managing all aspects of a food and beverage operation. Strong knowledge of ordering, stock control, and rota planning is essential, and barista skills are a big plus — we’d love someone who can train and lead the team on coffee service. Key Responsibilities: Pre-Opening: ⁠ ⁠Assist with setup of operational procedures, supplier sourcing, and opening plans ⁠ ⁠Help recruit, train, and onboard the opening team ⁠ Operations Management: ⁠ ⁠Oversee smooth day-to-day running of the front of house and kitchen ⁠ ⁠Ensure compliance with health, safety, food hygiene, and licensing laws ⁠ ⁠Manage stock levels, place orders, and handle deliveries and inventory checks ⁠ ⁠Write and manage staff rotas to ensure efficient and cost-effective coverage Customer Service: ⁠ ⁠Create a warm, welcoming atmosphere for guests from day one ⁠ ⁠Lead by example on the floor, maintaining high service standards ⁠ ⁠Resolve customer issues quickly and professionally Team Leadership: ⁠ ⁠Train, motivate, and supervise front-of-house staff ⁠ ⁠Provide barista training and uphold quality coffee standards (if applicable) ⁠ ⁠Conduct regular performance check-ins and help staff grow in their roles Financial Management: ⁠ ⁠Track and manage budgets, margins, and sales targets ⁠ ⁠Monitor and control labour, food, and beverage costs ⁠ ⁠Prepare reports and suggest improvements to boost profitability Requirements: ⁠ ⁠Experience as a Restaurant Manager or Supervisor (ideally in a new opening) ⁠ ⁠Strong knowledge of ordering systems, stock-taking, and rota creation ⁠ ⁠Excellent leadership, organization, and communication skills ⁠ ⁠Confidence training and leading a team from the start Well rounded knowledge of wine and bar service ⁠ ⁠Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed ⁠ ⁠Familiarity with EPOS and scheduling systems Preferred: ⁠ ⁠Barista experience with the ability to train others in espresso and milk techniques ⁠ ⁠Experience with opening a restaurant or café ⁠ ⁠Food hygiene or health & safety certification ⁠ ⁠Passion for hospitality and team development This is a fantastic opportunity to shape something from scratch and be a key part of a new concept’s success. If you’re a hands-on leader with strong systems knowledge and a love for great pizza, service, and coffee — we’d love to hear from you.

I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to inform you about an exciting job opportunity at Bella Roma, a fine dining Italian restaurant located in Beckenham. We are currently seeking highly experienced Head Waiters/ss to join our team. If you have a strong background in Italian cuisine and possess excellent knowledge and experience in Italian food and beverage, including wine service, we would like to hear from you. Please note that only candidates with previous experience in Italian cuisine need apply for this position. If you are interested and believe you meet the criteria, please send your updated CV and a cover letter to Bella Roma Thank you for considering this opportunity. We look forward to hearing from you. Warm regards, Leo