Restaurant Manager
Full-time | 4.5-day working week
Join Tern
Hospitality isn't just what we do. It's what we love.
We're looking for an exceptional Restaurant Manager to join our award-winning independent restaurant in Worthing.
Would suit a talented assistant manager or sommelier ready to take the next step.
Tern celebrates the very best of British produce. We work directly with farmers, growers, fishermen, foragers and makers from across the UK to create thoughtful tasting menus, remarkable drinks and genuinely memorable experiences. Every detail matters, not because we're trying to impress people, but because we believe people can feel the difference when something is done with care.
We're a small business with big ambitions. That means everyone has a voice. Ideas are welcomed, initiative is encouraged, and you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine impact on how we grow over the coming years.
If you love hospitality, enjoy leading from the floor and believe that great service comes from warmth, knowledge and generosity rather than scripts and formality, we'd love to hear from you.
About the role
As Restaurant Manager, you'll lead our front of house operation, ensuring every service runs smoothly while creating an atmosphere where guests feel relaxed, welcomed and genuinely cared for.
You'll work closely with the owners and senior team to maintain exceptionally high standards whilst helping develop the business, the team and the guest experience.
No two weeks at Tern are quite the same. Alongside our tasting menus, we host wine evenings, producer collaborations, private hire, seasonal events and community projects, so we're looking for someone who enjoys variety and wants to be part of something that's continually evolving.
You'll be responsible for
* Leading daily restaurant operations.
* Delivering exceptional guest experiences from arrival to departure.
* Managing, mentoring and developing the front of house team.
* Leading service with confidence and attention to detail.
* Working alongside the kitchen to ensure seamless communication.
* Wine service, pairings, recommendations and team training.
* Managing reservations and service flow.
* Rotas, stock control and daily administration.
* Maintaining the highest standards of hospitality and professionalism.
* Helping us continue to improve and evolve.
We'd love to hear from you if you
* Have previous management experience within fine dining or premium hospitality.
* Are a confident and inspiring leader.
* Have excellent wine knowledge and enjoy sharing it with others.
* Are calm under pressure and thrive during busy services.
* Have exceptional communication and organisational skills.
* Care deeply about genuine hospitality.
* Love developing people and creating positive team culture.
* Are proactive, adaptable and enjoy solving problems.
* Take pride in creating memorable guest experiences.
Desirable, Whilst not essential, we'd love to hear from candidates with experience or interest in:
* British seasonal produce.
* WSET qualifications or equivalent wine knowledge.
* Foraging and wild ingredients.
* Sustainability and local food systems.
* Cocktail knowledge.
* Tasting menu restaurants.
What you'll receive
* Starting depending on experience.
* Gratuities minimum £3,500+ per year.
* Full-time, 4.5-day working week.
* 28 days annual leave.
* Every Sunday & Weds nights off
* Christmas & Boxing Day off
* Ongoing in-house training.
* Opportunities for further professional development and qualifications.
* A supportive, collaborative working environment.
* Real opportunities to grow as the business continues to develop.
Why Tern?
We're fiercely independent, genuinely ambitious and passionate about creating something special.
We believe hospitality should be generous, relaxed and deeply knowledgeable. We care about provenance, craftsmanship and creating experiences people remember long after they've gone home.
If you're passionate about hospitality and excited by the opportunity to grow alongside an ambitious independent business, we'd love to hear from you.
We know no one ticks every box. If you have a strong foundation in hospitality, a genuine passion for exceptional service and the ambition to grow, we'd still love to hear from you. We believe attitude, curiosity and capability are just as important as experience, and we're committed to supporting the right person through training and professional development.
Work Location: In person
