Job Description

Restaurant Manager
Salary: Up to 35,000 per annum
Location: Shropshire
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (including some weekends and split shifts)
Holiday: 28 days, rising to 33 with service (Bank Holidays are worked)
Other Benefits: Staff discount on food, free parking, exceptional countryside setting
A unique opportunity has arisen for an experienced and polished hospitality professional to take the lead in managing the day-to-day operations of a multi-outlet food and beverage venue within a stunning rural estate.
This is a hands-on management role, responsible for running a busy, high-quality restaurant, an events and private dining space, and a seasonal cafe catering to visitors. The successful candidate will bring a strong background in front-of-house operations, a passion for guest service, and a professional, well-presented demeanour.
The Role
You will oversee all aspects of service delivery, ensuring standards remain consistently high across all outlets. You will manage a core team of four staff, plus casual and agency support, and work closely with the General Manager to deliver operational excellence, drive revenue and support wider estate activities.
Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day operations across the restaurant, cafe and event spaces
• Ensure smooth service delivery, guest satisfaction, and personalised service
• Lead pre-service briefings and ensure staff are well-trained and well-presented
• Oversee stock management, ordering and monthly stock takes
• Support the preparation of annual budgets, monitor costs and achieve GP targets
• Work with the kitchen to ensure dietary and guest requirements are met
• Coordinate event setup for private dining and corporate functions
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, presentation and equipment upkeep
• Recruit, train and support front-of-house team members
• Uphold all health & safety, licensing, and food hygiene standards
• Assist in the opening and closing of the building as required
• Act as Duty Manager and provide support across the estate when necessary

About You
You will be an experienced hospitality manager with exceptional interpersonal skills, a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple demands calmly and professionally. A strong sense of discretion and a solutions-focused mindset are essential.
Essential:

• Experience managing restaurant or hospitality operations
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• High standards of personal presentation
• Ability to manage rotas, budgets, stock and compliance
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
• Confident in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
• Comfortable handling guest feedback and service recovery
• Sound knowledge of wines, food service and dining etiquette

Desirable:

• Event and private dining experience
• Cocktail knowledge
• Formal management qualifications

This is an excellent role for someone seeking to step into a leadership position within a reputable and beautifully maintained setting, offering genuine variety in day-to-day responsibilities.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

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