Front Of House Manager

CV Locator; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

CV Locator is seeking a Front of House Manager for our award-winning dining pub in rural Warwickshire. You will drive daily front-of-house operations, ensuring guests receive a warm welcome and flawless service.

Lead a core team of 5 full-time staff and coordinate seasonal staff during peak periods and events, while maintaining high standards of presentation and guest care. The role is on-site at a historic country inn.

Qualifications

• Experience leading front-of-house teams in busy hospitality venues.
• Strong communication and motivational leadership under pressure.
• Excellent organizational skills for multi-site events and peak periods.

Responsibilities

• Lead front-of-house operations ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Manage and schedule a seasonal team (10–15) and bank staff.
• Oversee service standards, presentation, and cleanliness.
• Plan and coordinate events and functions to boost guest experience.
• Update website content with menus and announcements.

Skills

Team Leadership

Staff Scheduling

Event Coordination

Customer Service

Hospitality Ops

Job description

Are you an experienced hospitality professional with a passion for exceptional guest service? We are looking for a dedicated Front of House Manager to join our team at our award-winning dining pub—proudly named a Tripadvisor 2026 Top 10% Restaurant in the World! Nestled in the heart of the Warwickshire countryside, this historic 17th-century inn offers a vibrant and acclaimed dining experience.

In this role, you will be the driving force behind our daily front-of-house operations, ensuring every guest receives a warm, memorable welcome and flawless service.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership: Lead, inspire, and develop a core team of 5 full-time front-of-house staff.

Resource & Rota Management: Coordinate and manage a seasonal team of 10-15 temporary staff members, alongside bank staff, to ensure seamless service during peak periods and busy seasonal events.

Operational Excellence: Oversee all aspects of front-of-house daily operations, maintaining high standards of presentation, cleanliness, and customer care.

Event Coordination: Plan, organize, and execute special events and functions to guarantee high customer satisfaction.

Digital Presence: Manage and update website content to ensure menus, announcements, and information are always accurate and engaging.

What We Are Looking For

Proven experience in a supervisory or management role within a busy pub, restaurant, or hospitality environment.

Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with a hands‑on approach and the ability to motivate a dynamic team under pressure.

Strong organizational skills, with a keen eye for detail regarding guest experience and venue presentation.

Capability to handle multi-faceted responsibilities, from scheduling a large seasonal team to event planning and digital updates.

Competitive hourly rate (£15.75 ph)

Working in a unique, historic, and internationally recognized award‑winning rural venue