Restaurant Manager

Hiddenwell; Hoar Cross; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary Spa Day

Free daily staff meals

Pension scheme

Free Parking

Discounts on food and drink

Job summary

Hiddenwell is preparing to open a 60-cover Mediterranean restaurant at Hoar Cross Hall in Staffordshire, seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead from launch and build a premium dining experience. You will shape the brand, recruit and develop a high-performing team, establish service standards and drive Two AA Rosette aspirations while collaborating with the Head of Food & Beverage and Chef.

This role offers a hands-on leadership position on the floor, with budgeting, forecasting and

Qualifications

• Experience managing a premium or fine-dining restaurant.
• Ability to lead a pre-opening launch and ongoing operations.
• Strong commercial awareness and budgeting experience.
• Passion for Mediterranean cuisine and hospitality.
• Excellent people management and training skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the pre-opening, launch and ongoing operation.
• Recruit, develop and motivate a high‑performing team.
• Set service standards in line with Two AA Rosette expectations.
• Manage rotas, budgets, labour, stock and beverage costs.
• Collaborate with Head of F&B and Chef on menus and guest feedback.
• Upsell and ensure outstanding guest experiences.

Skills

Guest Experience

Confident

Job description

Full Time | 60-Cover À La Carte Restaurant | Two AA Rosette Ambition

Location: Hoar Cross Hall, Staffordshire

Salary: £45,000 per annum

The Opportunity

We’re preparing to open an exciting new 60-cover Mediterranean restaurant and are looking for an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead it from launch and make it their own

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate hospitality professional to play a key role in shaping a brand-new dining experience – building the team, establishing exceptional service standards and creating a restaurant known for warm Mediterranean hospitality and outstanding food and drink

Working closely with our Head of Food & Beverage and Chef, you’ll take ownership of the day to day operation and lead the restaurant towards a consistent minimum Two AA Rosette standard

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll Be Responsible For

• Leading the pre‑opening, launch and ongoing operation of the new restaurant
• Recruiting, developing and motivating a high-performing restaurant team
• Creating a warm, polished and memorable style of service
• Establishing service standards and SOPs in line with Two AA Rosette expectations
• Leading engaging pre‑shift briefings and ensuring the team is ready for every service
• Building relationships with guests and maintaining a strong presence on the restaurant floor
• Working closely with the Chef and Head of F&B on menus, guest feedback and opportunities to enhance the experience
• Coaching the team in menu knowledge, recommendations and confident upselling
• Managing rotas and staffing levels effectively
• Taking ownership of stock control, wage costs and beverage costs
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting and financial performance
• Reviewing sales and F&B performance through the point‑of‑sale system
• Managing guest feedback and resolving concerns professionally
• Developing ideas for special events and experiences
• Keeping an eye on market trends and competitors to ensure the restaurant continues to evolve
• Supporting the wider Food & Beverage operation and Duty Management when required

About You

• Must have previous experience managing a quality-led, premium or fine‑dining restaurant
• Experience within a Two AA Rosette environment, or an excellent understanding of the standards required
• Must have a genuine interest in Mediterranean food, wine and hospitality
• Must have excellent operational and commercial awareness
• Must be experienced in managing budgets, labour costs, stock and restaurant performance
• Must have the confidence recruiting, training and developing a restaurant team
• Must have excellent food, beverage and service knowledge
• Mus have a natural ability to engage with guests and build relationships
• Must have high attention to detail and pride in delivering consistently excellent standards
• Must have the ability to remain calm, organised and visible during busy services

Most importantly, you’ll be a hands‑on leader who enjoys being on the restaurant floor, developing people and creating memorable experiences for guests

Why This Role?

This isn't simply an opportunity to take over an existing restaurant

You’ll be joining us at the beginning, with the opportunity to help shape the restaurant, build its team and establish its reputation from day one

Additional Information

• 45 hours per week
• Working 5 out of 7 days per week (including evenings, weekends and bank holidays)
• Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and not require future sponsorship

Why Join us

• Work in a picturesque, historic estate with a focus on luxury and high standards in hospitality
• Complimentary Spa Day on work anniversaries at any of our company spas
• Free meal provided daily through our staff canteen
• Complimentary use of leisure and spa facilities
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program
• 30% discount on overnight stays and spa days
• Discounts on food, drink and retail across our venues
• Pension scheme
• Free Parking
• Refer-a-Friend scheme
• Excellent Induction and training programme
• Perkbox Online benefits and discounts
• On-line Doctor support (appointments/prescriptions)
• A fun, supportive and inclusive work environment with loads of development opportunities

If you’re passionate about exceptional hospitality and excited by the opportunity to lead a new Mediterranean dining concept towards Two AA Rosette standards, we’d love to hear from you

People say you can’t choose your family, well we choose you to be part of ours!

Skills

Guest Experience

Confident