Restaurant Manager

Zuma Restaurant; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury dining establishment in the heart of Knightsbridge is seeking an enthusiastic Restaurant Manager to join their vibrant team. This role focuses on delivering exceptional hospitality and inspiring a team to maintain high service standards in a luxury environment. Candidates should have proven experience in high-volume restaurants and a passion for culinary experiences. The position offers a competitive salary of $55,000 per year, with various benefits including dining discounts and world-class training.

Benefits

World-Class training

Dining discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Rewards & Recognition

Additional holiday for milestones

Qualifications

• Experience as a Restaurant Manager in a luxury high-volume restaurant is mandatory.
• Strong ability to create memorable dining experiences for guests.
• Ability to inspire a team and uphold high standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure exceptional hospitality and memorable experiences for guests.
• Inspire and manage the front-of-house team.
• Maintain high standards of service in a luxury environment.

Skills

Culinary experiences appreciation

Luxury restaurant management

Teamwork and collaboration

Customer-oriented attitude

Job description

Restaurant Manager – zuma London. zuma is a contemporary Japanese restaurant collection inspired by the informal and energetic style of izakaya dining. This role is based at zuma London – our original restaurant in the heart of Knightsbridge, where the zuma journey first began. Part of the Azumi group, an award‑winning international restaurant group, zuma brings modern, vibrant dining experiences to iconic cities across the world.

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic Restaurant Manager to join our vibrant team at zuma London. As a key member of our front‑of‑house team, you will embody our passion for exceptional hospitality, ensuring every guest enjoys a warm, memorable experience. Our Restaurant Managers are dedicated, hands‑on, and thrive in a luxury environment, all while upholding zuma's renowned high standards. Full of personality and professionalism, you will inspire your team to deliver the outstanding service and seamless guest experience that define us.

Our Ideal Restaurant Manager

• A genuine love for culinary experiences and a passion for Japanese cuisine.
• Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager in a luxury high‑volume restaurant.
• A natural team player who is at home working in sync with a large team.
• Naturally friendly, customer‑oriented, and skilled at creating memorable dining experiences.

Benefits

• World‑Class training – designed to inspire and educate.
• Experience hospitality around the globe – with our five incredible brands.
• Dining discounts – enjoy exclusive discounts across the Azumi group, worldwide!
• Access to Health Assured, our Employee Assistance Program.
• Rewards & Recognition – we value our team and celebrate your contributions to our success with meaningful rewards and recognition.
• Celebrate your milestones, with an additional day holiday for each two years worked.

Our Commitment to Inclusivity

At zuma, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. If you require any assistance during the recruitment process, our Talent Acquisition team is here to support you.

Experience: Required
Employment: Full‑time
Salary: $55,000 yearly

About Zuma Restaurant:
London’s Zuma Restaurant, located in Knightsbridge, offers a sophisticated twist on the traditional Japanese izakaya style of informal dining, delivering an authentic flavour of the east while respecting the traditions of the past.