Restaurant Manager

MANA; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious dining establishment in the City of Westminster is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead its front-of-house team. This role involves overseeing daily operations and ensuring that each guest has an exceptional experience, from arrival to departure. Candidates should have proven experience in fine dining and a passion for hospitality, particularly in Japanese culture and cuisine. The position offers competitive compensation and growth opportunities within a renowned culinary environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and service charge

Collaboration with world-class chefs

Staff meals and wellness initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager or Assistant Manager in a fine dining or high-end environment.
• Deep understanding of guest experience and hospitality standards.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the front-of-house team to deliver seamless and engaging service.
• Oversee daily operations and guest experience.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Bar Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team development

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Job description

Restaurant Manager — MA/NA (Opening January 2026)

Location: 30 Upper Grosvenor Street, Mayfair

About MA/NA

Opening in January 2026 on Upper Grosvenor Street, MA/NA is born from the Japanese philosophy that every ingredient carries an invisible power — a life‑force shaped by nature and the hands that honour it.

‘Mana’ is the spiritual energy that exists beneath the surface of all things. It is felt rather than seen — transforming emotion into experience, and a meal into memory.

Guided by this belief, MA/NA offers a seamless blend of restaurant and bar — refined Japanese dishes alongside an exceptional cocktail, wine and sake list. Here, cocktails flow effortlessly into dinner, and dinner naturally returns to drinks.

Every element — from design and service to sound and light — is intentional. Each detail celebrates the extraordinary within the simple.

The Role — Restaurant Manager

As Restaurant Manager at MA/NA, you will lead the front‑of‑house team in delivering an experience defined by harmony, precision, and warmth.

You will oversee the daily rhythm of service, ensuring that every guest journey — from arrival to farewell — flows effortlessly. Working closely with the kitchen, bar, and sommelier teams, you’ll cultivate a sense of unity and purpose across all aspects of the restaurant.

Your leadership will embody grace and emotional intelligence — creating a culture where the team is inspired to perform with calm confidence and genuine hospitality.

This is a role for a hospitality professional who understands that exceptional service is not only seen, but felt — transforming every detail into a lasting impression.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the front‑of‑house team to deliver seamless, intuitive, and emotionally engaging service
• Oversee daily operations, floor management, and guest experience from pre‑service to close
• Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef, Head Sommelier, and Bar Manager to ensure cohesion between food, beverage, and service
• Recruit, train, and mentor the team to uphold MA/NA’s service philosophy and standards
• Manage reservations, guest flow, and communication with precision and sensitivity
• Monitor performance, feedback, and financial targets to ensure excellence and efficiency
• Uphold the highest standards of presentation, cleanliness, and professionalism throughout the restaurant
• Represent MA/NA at events, tastings, and industry collaborations

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager or Assistant Manager in a fine dining or high‑end environment
• Deep understanding of guest experience, hospitality standards, and service operations
• Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills
• A passion for Japanese culture, cuisine, and craftsmanship
• Organised, detail‑oriented, and calm under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal and storytelling abilities
• A collaborative spirit and ability to work seamlessly across departments
• A desire to help shape one of London’s most exciting new openings

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and service charge package
• Opportunity to lead the front‑of‑house experience for a flagship opening within the Thesleff Group
• Collaboration with world‑class chefs, sommeliers, and bar professionals
• Continued training, development, and career progression
• Staff meals, wellness initiatives, and a supportive, creative working environment

Join the MA/NA Opening Team

If you are guided by balance, grace, and purpose — and want to shape a service experience where emotion meets precision — we’d love to hear from you.