Job Description

Job Title: Restaurant & Bar Manager
Location: Blackburn, Lancashire
Salary: 35,00 per year plus service charge
Ready to lead a growing restaurant on its journey to Rosettes?
A popular 100-cover hotel restaurant in Blackburn is searching for a passionate, hands-on Restaurant & Bar Manager to take full ownership of daily operations and lead the team toward an ambitious goal: achieving an AA Rosettes by the end of next year.
Set within a well-regarded hotel, the restaurant currently serves around 60- 100 covers per day for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with seasonal variation
We're looking for a confident manager who combines sharp operational control with genuine warmth and professionalism. You'll be a visible leader on the floor, driving service standards, training and mentoring the front-of-house team, and working closely with the Head Chef and senior management to elevate the guest experience.
What You'll Be Responsible For:

• Full responsibility for the day-to-day restaurant and bar operation
• Delivering smooth, high-quality service across all meal periods
• Leading, training and motivating the front-of-house team, ensuring a consistently high standard of guest experience
• Working closely with kitchen and hotel management on menus, service style, and events
• Driving revenue through service excellence and upselling
• Ensuring all licensing, hygiene and H&S standards are met

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience managing a quality restaurant & bar within a hotel or similar setting
• A natural leader with a hands-on approach and a sharp eye for detail
• Strong organisational skills and calm under pressure
• A genuine passion for hospitality and guest satisfaction
• Experience with afternoon tea and premium dining service is an advantage
• A keen interest in food quality and service development
• Someone eager to be part of a long-term journey toward Rosette-level recognition

Work-life balance with no split shifts
Kindly note due to our client's requirements, sponsorship is not available for this position for those who are not based in the UK or not holding settled status.

Skills Required