Restaurant Manager Jobs

If you’re passionate about hospitality, leadership, and creating exceptional guest experiences, a Restaurant Manager job could be the perfect next step in your career. Restaurant Managers are at the heart of every successful dining establishment, ensuring that both customers and staff have an outstanding experience from start to finish.

At Stafffinders, we work with leading restaurants, hotels, and hospitality groups across the UK to recruit talented Restaurant Managers who can combine operational expertise with a customer-first mindset. Whether you’re managing a fine-dining restaurant, a trendy bistro, or a bustling hotel venue, we’ll help you find the right opportunity to match your skills and ambitions.

What Does a Restaurant Manager Do?

A Restaurant Manager oversees all aspects of daily restaurant operations to ensure a smooth, profitable, and enjoyable experience for guests. You’ll lead by example, motivating staff, managing budgets, and maintaining the highest standards of service, cleanliness, and compliance. Typical responsibilities include:

• Managing and supporting staff through hiring, training, and performance management.

• Delivering outstanding customer service and resolving guest queries or complaints efficiently.

• Overseeing budgets, payroll, and cost control to meet financial targets.

• Managing stock levels and ordering supplies to ensure seamless service.

• Maintaining compliance with food hygiene, health, and safety regulations.

• Creating marketing initiatives and promotions to attract and retain customers.

• Collaborating with chefs, bar staff, and other managers to ensure cohesive operations.

A strong Restaurant Manager knows how to balance customer satisfaction with operational efficiency, creating a thriving, positive workplace and ensuring the business runs profitably.

Skills and Qualities for Restaurant Manager Jobs

The role of a Restaurant Manager requires a dynamic mix of leadership, business acumen, and customer service excellence. Successful managers are proactive, adaptable, and always striving to improve both team performance and the guest experience.

Key skills and attributes include:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Strong leadership and people management skills.

• Proven customer service and conflict-resolution experience.

• Sound understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

• Organisation and time management skills to handle multiple priorities.

• Knowledge of food safety, licensing, and health regulations.

Restaurant Managers who combine commercial awareness with genuine passion for hospitality are highly sought after.

How to Become a Restaurant Manager

To be a Restaurant Manager, hands-on experience in hospitality is essential. Many professionals work their way up from roles such as Waiter/Waitress, Supervisor, or Assistant Manager, gaining a thorough understanding of restaurant operations along the way.

While formal education isn’t always required, qualifications in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or Catering Management can give you a competitive edge. Food safety certifications and leadership training are also beneficial for progression.

As you build experience, you may advance to higher-level roles such as Operations Manager, General Manager, or Area Manager, with opportunities available across restaurants, hotels, and contract catering companies.

Browse our latest Restaurant Manager jobs and take the next step in your hospitality career.