Job Description

Front of House Restaurant Manager

Ollie's Restaurant - Torquay

Wednesday to Sunday

About Ollie's

Ollie's is a high-end, family-run restaurant in Torquay, celebrating all things local. Our menu showcases dry-aged Dartmoor beef and the finest seafood sourced from Brixham Fish Market, with a strong focus on quality, provenance, and seasonality.

We are proud to have built a fantastic reputation for both food and service, and we also operate our sister restaurant, Portofino Torquay, further strengthening our presence in the local dining scene.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Front of House Restaurant Manager to oversee the day-to-day running of our front of house operation. You will play a key role in maintaining our high standards, leading the team, and delivering an exceptional guest experience in a refined yet welcoming environment.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day running of front of house operations Deliver high-end, professional service in line with Ollie's standards Lead, train, and motivate the front of house team Ensure a warm, welcoming, and seamless guest experience Manage reservations, table plans, and service flow Handle guest feedback with professionalism and care Maintain excellent standards of presentation, cleanliness, and organisation Work closely with the kitchen and senior management team Ensure compliance with health & safety and licensing regulations
About You

Proven experience as a Front of House Manager or Senior Supervisor in a quality restaurant A passion for hospitality and local, seasonal produce Confident, hands-on leader who leads by example Highly organised and calm under pressure Excellent attention to detail and communication skills Approachable, professional, and guest-focused
What We Offer

Wednesday to Sunday working pattern Opportunity to manage a respected, high-end, family-run restaurant Competitive salary (dependent on experience) Supportive management and an established, friendly team The chance to be part of a business that truly values quality, people, and local produce
If you are passionate about hospitality, proud of great service, and ready to take ownership of a front of house operation in a well-respected local restaurant, we would love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 24,420.00-25,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person