Restaurant & Bar Manager

Westwood Recruitment; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Restaurant & Bar Manager for a prestigious hotel in Preston. The role involves overseeing front-of-house operations, managing staff rotas and P&L, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences. Candidates should have proven restaurant management experience, strong leadership skills, and a passion for hospitality. The role offers a competitive salary and various benefits including holiday pay and private healthcare.

Benefits

30 days holiday, including bank holidays

Group bonus scheme after two years

Private healthcare after 12 months

Pension contributions, starting at 3%

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a high-volume restaurant and bar.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop a team.
• Commercially aware with experience in budgeting and maximizing profitability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a busy front-of-house team to deliver high-quality service.
• Manage P&L, including cost control and maximizing revenue.
• Ensure cleanliness and hygiene standards are maintained.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Problem-solving

Budgeting

Communication

Job description

Role

Restaurant & Bar Manager

Location

Preston

Salary

£30,000 – £35,000 per annum

Are you a passionate hospitality professional ready to take full ownership of a busy restaurant and bar? We are looking for an experienced and hands‑on Restaurant & Bar Manager to lead a talented front‑of‑house team, maintain the highest standards, and deliver unforgettable experiences for every guest.

About the Role

This is a unique opportunity to lead the front‑of‑house operations in a prestigious 4‑star hotel with an outstanding restaurant and bar. You will be responsible for driving service excellence, managing the team, and taking full control of rotas and P&L, ensuring the operation runs efficiently while exceeding guest expectations.

What You’ll Do

• Lead, inspire, and motivate a busy front‑of‑house team to deliver service at the highest standard.
• Ensure every guest enjoys an unforgettable experience from arrival to departure.
• Take full control of the staff rota, ensuring effective coverage for all shifts and events.
• Manage P&L, including budgets, cost control, and maximising revenue opportunities.
• Oversee reservations, events, and day‑to‑day operations efficiently.
• Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, presentation, and hygiene.
• Recruit, train, and develop staff to build a professional, motivated, and high‑performing team.
• Resolve guest issues with tact and professionalism, ensuring positive outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with the kitchen to deliver seamless service and exceptional dining experiences.
• Identify opportunities to increase revenue, improve operational efficiency, and enhance guest satisfaction.

Who We’re Looking For

• Proven experience managing a high‑volume restaurant and bar, including rota and P&L responsibility.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop a team.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Commercially aware with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and maximising profitability.
• Able to maintain high standards and lead by example under pressure.
• Passionate about hospitality and creating memorable, standout guest experiences.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £30,000 – £35,000 per annum.
• 30 days holiday, including compensation for working bank holidays.
• Group bonus scheme after two years.
• Private healthcare after 12 months (individual) and family cover after three years.
• Pension contributions, starting at 3% and increasing over time.
• The chance to take full ownership of a prestigious, award‑winning front‑of‑house operation.