Restaurant Manager

Nira Caledonia; Livingston; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Nira Caledonia in Scotland is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead its award-winning dining operation. You will oversee the restaurant, bar, breakfast and room service, working closely with the Head Chef to inspire a high-performing team and drive service excellence.

You will curate and train the wine and beverage program, including a Scottish whisky selection, to enhance guest experiences and upsell effectively.

Qualifications

• Proven restaurant management experience in a high-quality or fine dining environment.
• Strong leadership and people development skills.
• Commercial awareness with ability to drive revenue and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operation of the restaurant, bar, breakfast, and room service.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team to deliver first-class service.
• Curate wine and beverage lists and train staff on pairings and upselling.
• Ensure compliance with licensing and brand standards while maintaining exceptional guest experiences.

Skills

Restaurant management

Fine dining

Leadership

Guest experience

Revenue awareness

Job description

Are you passionate about exceptional hospitality, outstanding food, and creating unforgettable guest experiences?

Eden Scott is delighted to be working with the team at Nira Caledonia, part of Shanti Hospitality Limited.

We are looking for an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead their award-winning dining operation, renowned for its focus on quality Scottish produce, impeccable service, and warm hospitality.

The Role

You will oversee the day-to-day operation of the restaurant, bar, breakfast, and room service offerings, ensuring every guest enjoys a first-class experience. Working closely with the Head Chef, you will inspire and develop a high-performing team while driving service excellence and commercial success.

Key Responsibilities

• To manage the day-to-day operation of Blackwoods restaurant, championing a focus on high-quality Scottish produce and delivering an exceptional, tailored guest experience.
• Ensure strict adherence to the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005.
• Oversee daily F&B operations across Blackwoods, the hotel bar, breakfast service, and room service.
• Curate and manage the restaurant's wine and beverage lists, including our Scottish whisky selection, ensuring staff are fully trained on pairings and recommendations to drive upselling.

Key Requirements

• Proven restaurant management experience in a high-quality or fine dining environment
• A genuine passion for food, wine, and hospitality
• Strong leadership and people development skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and service standards
• Commercial awareness with the ability to drive revenue and profitability
• Scottish Personal Licence desirable

If you are a hospitality professional who takes pride in excellence and believes every guest interaction matters, we'd love to hear from you.