Restaurant Manager – Luxury Dining | Near Middlesbrough
Location: Near Middlesbrough
Position: Restaurant Manager
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Accommodation: Available
The Opportunity
We are currently recruiting for an experienced and highly accomplished Restaurant Manager to join a prestigious restaurant operation near Middlesbrough.
This is an exciting opportunity for a senior hospitality professional with a strong background in fine dining and exceptional service standards. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the restaurant operation, developing the front-of-house team and working closely with the kitchen to deliver an outstanding guest experience.
A minimum of 3 AA Rosette experience is essential for this position, with previous Michelin-starred or Michelin-level dining experience highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities
- Take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the restaurant.
- Lead, motivate and develop the front-of-house team.
- Deliver exceptional service standards consistent with a luxury dining environment.
- Work closely with the Head Chef and kitchen brigade to ensure seamless food and service delivery.
- Maintain consistently high standards across food presentation, service and guest experience.
- Lead busy services and ensure the restaurant operates efficiently and professionally.
- Train, coach and develop team members to achieve outstanding service standards.
- Manage staff rotas, performance and day-to-day team requirements.
- Build strong relationships with guests and deliver a personalised dining experience.
- Handle guest feedback, enquiries and complaints confidently and professionally.
- Support stock control, ordering and cost management.
- Assist with private dining, functions and special events where required.
- Ensure all food safety, health & safety and company procedures are maintained.
- Work collaboratively with the wider management and culinary teams.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
- Minimum 3 AA Rosette restaurant experience – essential.
- Previous experience as a Restaurant Manager, Assistant Restaurant Manager, F&B Manager or similar senior position.
- Michelin-starred or Michelin-level dining experience highly desirable.
- Strong background within fine dining, luxury hotels or high-end restaurants.
- Exceptional knowledge of restaurant service and luxury hospitality standards.
- Proven leadership and people-management experience.
- Experience training, developing and motivating front-of-house teams.
- Excellent attention to detail and a genuine passion for hospitality.
- A confident, polished and professional approach.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to remain calm and organised during demanding services.
- A hands-on management style with the ability to lead from the front.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and during busy periods.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary depending on experience
- Accommodation available
- Full-time, permanent position
- Prestigious restaurant operation
- Professional and supportive working environment
- Career development opportunities
- Opportunity to work alongside an experienced culinary and hospitality team
- The opportunity to make a genuine impact on the restaurant operation
Apply Now
If you're an experienced Restaurant Manager or senior hospitality professional with a proven minimum 3 AA Rosette background and a passion for fine dining and exceptional guest experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
Michelin-starred or Michelin-level experience is highly desirable.
Apply today or contact NewtonFirst Recruitment for further information.
Pay: £42,000.00-£48,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
