Operations Director : Independent Luxury Restaurants A GBP 130,000

TipTopJob; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury restaurant group is seeking an Operations Director to lead the growth of high-end restaurants across Manchester and northern England. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years in senior operations leadership, with strong knowledge of the London hospitality market. Responsibilities include managing new openings and leading teams to deliver exceptional service. This role offers a competitive salary of £130,000 and the chance to shape an exciting brand's future.

Qualifications

• Proven director-level experience managing multiple teams.
• Experience in high-end luxury or lifestyle restaurants.
• Strong understanding of the London hospitality market.

Responsibilities

• Oversee new openings and ongoing operations.
• Lead cross-functional teams and manage budgets.
• Ensure communication and uphold 5-star service standards.

Skills

Leadership

Financial management

Project management

Knowledge of hospitality trends

Job description

Are you a hospitality director ready to take the helm of an ambitious, high‑end restaurant portfolio? I am seeking an operations director to drive the growth and excellence of luxury, lifestyle restaurants across Manchester and the north of England, with exciting expansion plans in 2026. The group is northern based with one site in Dubai and opening in London.

About The Role

• Oversee the successful execution of all new openings, transitions, and ongoing operations across the portfolio.
• Lead ops managers, general managers, and cross‑functional teams across Marketing, HR, IT, Purchasing, and Projects.
• Ensure seamless communication across all areas of the business.
• Manage budgets and deliver outstanding operational and financial performance.
• Uphold the highest standards of 5‑star service and luxury hospitality.

About You

• Dynamic, entrepreneurial leader with proven director‑level experience, ideally managing several area managers.
• Background in high‑end luxury or lifestyle restaurants, preferably full‑service fine dining.
• Strong London market knowledge and finger on the pulse of hospitality trends.
• Financial acumen and entrepreneurial approach, comfortable working directly with owners.
• Experience in acquisitions, openings, and project management is a plus.
• Passion for the hospitality industry and a drive to deliver exceptional experiences.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior operations leadership role.

If you thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑standard, luxury hospitality environment and want to shape the growth of an exciting independent brand, we want to hear from you.

Operations Director – Independent Luxury Restaurants – £130,000

Location: Manchester and the north of England

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your CV to Stuart Hills or call 790.