Restaurant Manager

COREcruitment; Brussel Hoofdstad; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

COREcruitment is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead a high-volume, service-driven restaurant in Brussels. This hands-on role focuses on delivering outstanding guest experiences and maintaining top hospitality standards on every dinner service.

You will recruit, train, and manage a strong front-of-house team, plan rosters in line with Belgian labour rules, and work closely with the kitchen to coordinate front- and back-of-house operations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Restaurant Manager or Assistant Restaurant Manager in a busy Brussels restaurant.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Solid understanding of Belgian employment law and labor practices.
• Excellent customer service with the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Fluent in French and/or Dutch; English a plus.

Responsabilités

• Lead day-to-day operations of a high-volume restaurant and ensure service quality.
• Recruit, onboard, and train front-of-house staff; manage rosters per Belgian regulations.
• Coordinate with kitchen for seamless front- and back-of-house service.
• Greet guests as the on-floor host and resolve issues to recover guest satisfaction.
• Monitor guest feedback and drive improvements; maintain compliance and reporting.

Connaissances

People leadership

Operational excellence

Guest service

Team training

Rostering

Belgian employment law

Description du poste

Start: ASAP

Location Brussels

Languages: French, English, Dutch

I am looking for an experiencedRestaurant Managerto lead a high-volume, service-driven restaurant in Brussels.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives during busy dinner services, sets the standard for hospitality, and knows how to build, train, and retain a strong team.

The ideal candidate combinesoperational excellencewithstrong people leadership, has a solid understanding ofBelgian employment law, and is passionate about delivering outstanding guest experiences every night.

Your Role

As Restaurant Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the restaurant, with a strong focus on service quality, team performance, and compliance.

Operations & Service

• Lead the restaurant through busy lunch and especiallybusy dinner services, ensuring smooth, timely, and polished service.
• Set and uphold high standards of hospitality, table management, and guest care.
• Monitor floor operations, anticipate bottlenecks, and solve issues in real time.
• Ensure the dining room, bar, and service areas are always to standard.
• Work closely with the kitchen to ensure seamless front- and back-of-house coordination.

People, Training & Recruitment

• Recruit, onboard, and train FOH staff (servers, hosts, bartenders, runners).
• Build and maintain a motivated, professional team with a strong service culture.
• Plan rosters in line with Belgian labour regulations and business needs.
• Conduct regular training on service standards, menu knowledge, wine/beverage, and upselling.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and performance management; address underperformance promptly and fairly.

Guest Experience

• Act as the visible host on the floor, greeting guests and handling special requests.
• Resolve complaints calmly, professionally, and with a focus on recovery and retention.
• Monitor guest feedback (online reviews, comment cards) and implement improvements.
• Build relationships with regulars and VIP guests.

Compliance & Administration

• Ensure full compliance withBelgian employment law, including:
• Working hours, rest periods, and break rules
• Contracts, student jobs, and part-time arrangements
• Payroll input, time tracking, and documentation
• Maintain accurate records for labour inspections and audits.
• Oversee cash handling, end-of-day reconciliations, and basic reporting.
• Support budgeting and cost control (labour, waste, stock).

Your Profile

• Proven experience as aRestaurant ManagerorAssistant Restaurant Managerin a busy, quality-focused restaurant inBrussels.
• Solid understanding ofBelgian employment lawand practical experience managing rosters, contracts, and compliance.
• Strong leadership skills: able totrain, motivate, and developa diverse FOH team.
• Excellentcustomer serviceinstincts; calm and professional under pressure.
• Thrives in afast-paced dinner serviceenvironment; comfortable being on your feet and leading from the floor.
• Fluent inFrench and/or Dutch; good English is a plus.
• Organised, hands-on, and solution-oriented; leads by example.
• Passionate about food, wine, and hospitality.