Job Description

At Meraki Restaurant Group our ethos is to put a bit of love, passion and creativity into everything you do.

We have an exciting new opportunity for a seasoned and dynamic

Restaurant General Manager

with a passion for

Italian cuisine

to lead our dedicated team at

Lucianos

in

Burnside

and provide exceptional customer experiences.

Do you thrive in a fast-paced and lively environment? If you have a love for food, a flair for hospitality, experience in an

Italian Restaurant

environment and possess outstanding leadership skills, we want to hear from you.

Your main responsibilities will include:

1. Leadership: Lead by example and motivate the team to deliver outstanding service and exceed customer expectations. Foster a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

2. Day to Day Operations Management: Oversee day-to-day restaurant operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service. Monitor inventory, order supplies, and manage budgets to optimise profitability.

3. Customer Satisfaction: Ensure guests have a delightful dining experience by providing attentive service, addressing feedback, and resolving any issues promptly.

4. Staff Training and Development: Train and mentor staff, promoting their development and empowering them to excel in their roles. Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback.

5. Quality Control: Maintain the highest quality standards in food preparation, presentation, and overall cleanliness to uphold the restaurant's reputation.

6. Health and Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with Health and Safety and COSSH regulations, making certain that the restaurant remains a safe place for team and guests.

Requirements:

- Proven experience of at least

5

years as a Restaurant General Manager or in a similar role within the hospitality industry.

- Exceptional leadership skills with a track record of building and motivating successful teams.

- Strong business acumen and the ability to manage budgets, analyse financial reports, and make data-driven decisions.

- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills to liaise with customers, staff, and suppliers effectively.

- In-depth knowledge of restaurant operations and food safety standards.

- Personal License Holder.

- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

- Driving License and ability to commute between venues.

Benefits:

- Competitive starting salary of up to 36,000 comprised of salary plus gratuities, dependant on experience.

- Discount on restaurant dining within the Meraki Group.

- Staff meals on applicable shifts.

- Company Pension Scheme.

If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge and be an integral part of a thriving restaurant, please submit your C.V. along with a cover letter telling us why you'd be the perfect fit for the role of Restaurant General Manager at Meraki. We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 36,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Sick pay
Application question(s):

Do you have your own transport?
Licence/Certification:

Personal Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person