Restaurant Manager

Zuma - London; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading upscale restaurant chain is seeking a Restaurant Manager to join their team for the summer season in Cannes. This role involves owning the service rhythm, leading a disciplined FOH team, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced luxury environment. Ideal candidates will possess proven leadership skills and a passion for hospitality. Accommodation is provided, and the training will occur in London before the season starts.

Benefits

World-class training

Seasonal accommodation provided

Dinning discount across the Azumi group

Qualifications

• Current/previous experience as Restaurant Manager or above in a premium or luxury environment.
• Proven ability to enhance guest experiences.
• Genuine passion for people, product, and performance.

Responsibilities

• Own the rhythm of service across lunch and dinner.
• Lead a FOH team that performs at the highest level.
• Coach, elevate, and inspire your team.

Skills

Strong leadership presence

Exceptional customer service

Ability to thrive in a high-volume environment

Job description

Zuma Cannes is hiring for the 2026 season and we are looking for an exceptional Restaurant Manager to join our seasonal team. If you’re currently based in London and ready for a season that blends high performance with high energy, this is the role for you. You’ll complete your training with our London leadership team before relocating to Cannes for the summer season.

This is a role for someone who thrives on pace, precision and unforgettable hospitality. Cannes moves fast, and the atmosphere is electric, you’ll be at the heart of it.

What You’ll Do

• Own the rhythm of service across lunch and dinner, setting the pace and the standard every day
• Lead a FOH team that performs at the highest level, disciplined, energetic, and obsessive about guest experience
• Command the floor in a luxury, high-volume environment where precision matters and flow is everything
• Coach, elevate, and inspire your team to deliver the true Zuma ethos; effortless sophistication, exceptional hospitality
• Work seamlessly with Bar, BOH and Reservations, keeping communication tight and service smooth
• Drive the season forward, shaping operations, planning ahead, and ensuring we’re always ready before the doors open

What We’re Looking For

• Current/previous experience as Restaurant Manager or above in a premium or luxury environment
• Strong leadership presence
• Someone who loves the rhythm of busy service and knows how to elevate a guest’s experience
• Ability to relocate for the summer season (accommodation provided)
• A genuine passion for people, product, and performance

Benefits

• World-Class training, designed to inspire and educate
• Seasonal accommodation provided
• Global opportunities, experience hospitality around the globe with our five incredible brands
• Family Meals are shared daily
• Rewards + Recognition, we value our team and celebrate your contributions to our success with meaningful rewards and recognition
• Dinning discount, enjoy exclusive discounts across the Azumi group, worldwide!

Our Commitment to Inclusivity

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applicants. If you require any assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible, please let one of our Talent Acquisition team know.

Compensation: To be discussed