Restaurant Manager

Restaurant Manager

• Annual Salary: £30,000 - £35,000
• Location: Belfast
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are looking for an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead a team in a well-established restaurant in Belfast. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for the hospitality industry and a track record of managing a food service environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining high standards of service and profitability, and for managing a diverse range of functions and events.

Day to Day of the role:

• Oversee all facets of the restaurant to maximise profitability and strive for continual improvement.
• Implement systems and procedures to meet agreed targets for turnover, gross profit, and variable costs.
• Manage variable costs effectively and ensure proper use of equipment.
• Plan and prioritise tasks and events, working closely with the General Manager.
• Promote the restaurant and actively seek additional revenue opportunities.
• Manage menu and price changes in liaison with the Head Chef and General Manager.
• Ensure exceptional customer service, with management presence during peak hours.
• Encourage the team to upsell and handle customer needs individually.
• Maintain strict control over stock and comply with Company procedures.
• Manage staffing requirements within budget and control man-hour costs.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and performance assessments of staff.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience at a senior manager level within a busy food service environment.
• IT proficiency and advanced knowledge of using websites and social media.
• Experience with PR, Press, and Media.
• Commercial and cost-aware approach to work.
• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• Flexibility with work hours, including daytime, evening, and weekend work.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Full-time permanent position with a well-established restaurant.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing team.
• A chance to lead and develop a diverse range of functions and events.

If you are interested in this role, please apply online or contact me on for more information. We look forward to hearing from you!