Restaurant Manager

Table Table; Rainham; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Rainham is seeking a dynamic Restaurant Manager for a 9-month maternity cover. In this role, you will lead a passionate team in a high-performing environment, focusing on recruitment, performance management, and guest satisfaction. You’ll benefit from extensive training, premium industry development programs, and generous discounts. If you are eager to grow with a market leader and make a real impact on guest experiences, apply now!

Benefits

Full induction and training

25% off in restaurants

Discounts on high street brands

Gym memberships discounts

Qualifications

• Previous management experience in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and motivational skills.
• Ability to manage labor and cost effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment and induction of new team members.
• Motivate and lead the team through daily briefs.
• Drive individual performance through coaching.
• Manage sales and revenue using guest feedback.
• Lead change and inspire the team.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching

Attention to detail

Job description

Restaurant Manager – Willow Farm Table Table – Rainham, Essex
9-Month Maternity Cover | Start Date: Mid-January 2026

Salary: £37,500 - £39,250 + up to 25% bonus!

Looking for a role that offers more than just a job? At Willow Farm Table Table in Rainham, Essex, you’ll find a career opportunity that starts with top-tier induction training, a competitive salary of up to £39,250, fantastic benefits, and the chance to earn a substantial bonus!

Willow Farm is a welcoming, high-performing site with a loyal guest base and a buzzing atmosphere. Whether it’s family lunches or busy evenings, this is a site where your leadership will truly shine.

As Restaurant Manager, reporting to the General Manager, you’ll be at the heart of the action, responsible for:

• Supporting recruitment, induction, and onboarding of new team members
• Leading with energy and clarity, motivating your team through daily briefs
• Driving individual performance through coaching and regular one-to-ones
• Thriving in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with a sharp eye for detail
• Championing the brand and ensuring your team shares your confidence and knowledge

We’ll equip you with the tools to manage labour and cost margins effectively, and it’s up to you to drive sales and revenue, using guest feedback to unlock new opportunities. As part of an innovative business, you’ll also lead change and inspire your team to embrace it.

What’s in it for you?

• Full induction and training
• Access to industry-leading development programmes
• The best tools and systems to help you hit your KPIs
• 25% off in Whitbread restaurants and up to 50% off Premier Inn hotels
• Discounts on high street brands, phone packages, cinema tickets, and gym memberships

If you’re ready to be part of a dynamic management team, grow with a market-leading company, and have the skills and passion to create moments that matter for our guests and teams—apply now!