Restaurant and Bar Manager

Coniston Hotel Ltd; Coniston Cold; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A destination hotel in the Yorkshire Dales seeks an experienced hospitality leader to deliver a farm-to-fork dining vision and oversee front-of-house operations. You'll lead a dynamic team, enhance guest experiences, and implement innovative dining initiatives. The ideal candidate has proven experience in premium dining environments, strong communication skills, and a genuine passion for exceptional service. This role offers a competitive salary with bonuses, live-in accommodation, and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Salary of £40,000 – £42,000

Service bonus up to £2,500/year

Live-in accommodation

28 days holiday

Access to spa services

Hotel discounts

Free parking

Employee assistance programme

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in premium dining environments.
• Ability to lead a team by example and bring energy.
• Strong communication and mentoring skills.
• Strategic thinker with commercial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Lead a front-of-house team across restaurants and bars.
• Deliver a farm-to-fork dining vision with local ingredients.
• Ensure smooth and memorable guest experiences.
• Implement innovative dining ideas and experiences.

Skills

Hospitality leadership

People skills

Strategic thinking

Communication

Job description

The Coniston Hotel Country Estate & Spa Country Estate & Spa is an award-winning destination hotel near Skipton on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales.

We are a family run, privately owned organisation founded in 1969 by the Bannister family, who are actively involved in the day-to-day running of the business. Over the past 50 years our 1,400-acre estate has gone from strength-to-strength and now boasts 70 bedrooms, The View One Rosette Restaurant, Macleod’s Bar and a Five-Bubble rated spa, as well as an array of on-site activities such as clay pigeon shooting, Land Rover Experience, archery, fishing, e-biking and walking.

The vast range of activities, combined with flexible function spaces, makes The Coniston a popular choice with corporates, attracting off-site meetings and team building sessions from clients across the UK and abroad. We are also recognised as a leading wedding and private events venue in our region, with a tailor-made offering from an intimate barn ceremony to a magnificent marquee reception, as well as a range of picture-perfect outside locations.

Why join us?

We’re not just a hotel — we’re a destination. Set on a 1,400-acre estate near Skipton, The Coniston offers an unforgettable experience to guests and a rewarding career to our people. We're proud of our Yorkshire roots and our family-run heritage, and we’re just as proud of the people who make our story possible.

You’ll be joining a warm, inclusive and professional team who are passionate about exceptional hospitality and excited for what’s ahead.

What makes this role special?

• You’ll be a key player in delivering our new farm-to-fork dining vision — collaborating with the kitchen, estate team and suppliers to bring local, seasonal ingredients to life.
• You’ll provide hands-on leadership to a dynamic front-of-house team across our restaurants and bars.
• You’ll take ownership of guest experience, team culture, and commercial performance, ensuring every service is smooth, welcoming, and memorable.
• You’ll help shape and implement innovative new ideas — from local tasting menus to unique dining experiences on the estate.

Who we’re looking for:

• A proven hospitality leader with experience in premium dining environments.
• Someone who thrives on the floor, leading by example and bringing infectious energy to every shift.
• A people person with a genuine passion for great food, great service, and great stories.
• A strategic thinker with solid commercial acumen, confident with rotas, cost control and maximising revenue.
• A strong communicator and natural team coach, mentor and motivator.

What you’ll receive:

• £40,000 – £42,000 per year + service (up to £2,500/year) + performance-related bonus
• 45hors a week
• Live-in accommodation (2 miles from hotel – subject to availability)
• 28 days’ holiday (increasing with service)
• Monthly and annual recognition awards
• Access to the award-winning Nàdarra Spa, including discounted treatments and memberships
• Hotel discounts for family & friends
• Free on-site parking
• Nest pension scheme and 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training, personal development, and progression opportunities
• Meals on duty

Essentials:

• Right to work in the UK
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
• Valid UK driving licence preferred due to our rural location

Ready to be part of something meaningful?

If you're excited by the idea of redefining rural dining and building something special with a passionate and ambitious team, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now

and let’s shape the future of food at The Coniston together.