Restaurant Manager

The Roseate Reading; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Roseate Reading is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead The Reading Room, known for its refined European cuisine. This role involves enhancing guest experiences through excellent service, managing a dedicated team, and upholding high operational standards in a luxurious dining environment.

Benefits

Additional holiday off for child's first day at primary school

Recognition for service anniversaries with complimentary stay

Employee Assistance Program

Provision and laundry of uniform

Employee recognition awards

Performance review and personal development plan

Internal transfer and promotion opportunities

Support for career development

Preferential room rates within the hotel group

Qualifications

• Proven experience in restaurant or F&B management, ideally within a luxury hotel or fine dining.
• Confident using modern booking systems and POS platforms.
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead a front-of-house team and ensure smooth operations of service.
• Enhance brand reputation for outstanding service and attention to detail.
• Manage restaurant reservations and overall customer satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal Skills

Adaptability

Job description

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Are you a dynamic and passionate leader with a flair for
exceptional hospitality? The Reading Room, housed within luxurious The Roseate
Reading, is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead one of Reading’s
most iconic dining destinations.

Celebrated for its refined modern European cuisine,
glamorous cocktail bar, and charming Afternoon Tea service, The Reading Room is
more than just a restaurant — it’s a culinary experience that blends elegance
with innovation. Our frequently evolving menu champions the freshest seasonal
and locally sourced ingredients, while our bar boasts a curated selection of
fine wines, signature cocktails, and immaculately served all-day dishes.

As Restaurant Manager, you will play a pivotal role in
delivering the personalized, detail-driven service that has made The Reading
Room a standout in Reading’s vibrant dining scene. From overseeing room service
to curating the guest journey across breakfast, lunch, and dinner, you will ensure
every moment exceeds expectations.

Join us and lead a passionate team in a stunning venue where
creativity, service excellence, and guest satisfaction are at the heart of
everything we do.

What we are looking for:

• Proven experience in restaurant or F&B
  management, ideally within a luxury hotel or fine dining environment.
• Strong leadership skills with a hands-on,
  proactive approach.
• Passionate about food, wine, and delivering
  exceptional guest experiences.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and
  interpersonal skills.
• Confident using modern booking systems and POS
  platforms.
• Flexible and adaptable — able to work evenings,
  weekends, and holidays as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and inspire a dedicated front-of-house
  team, fostering a culture of excellence and professionalism.
• Ensure smooth day-to-day operations across
  breakfast, lunch, dinner, bar service, private events, conference and room
  service.
• Uphold and enhance the brand's reputation for
  outstanding service and attention to detail.
• Collaborate closely with the Head Chef and
  kitchen team to align service with seasonal menus and events.
• Manage restaurant reservations, guest feedback,
  and overall customer satisfaction.
• Oversee stock control, ordering, and cost
  management for the restaurant and bar.
• Maintain high standards in cleanliness, health
  & safety, and licensing regulations.
• Support recruitment, on-boarding, and ongoing
  staff training and development.
• Additional holiday day off for your child first
  day at primary school
• Recognition for every year of service
  anniversary including complimentary stay and additional holiday day after 3rd
  year of service
• Employee Assistance Program
• Provision and laundry of uniform
• Employee recognition awards
• Performance review and personal development plan
• Internal transfer and promotion opportunities
• Support in the development of your career
• Preferential room rates within the hotel group
  for yourself and family & friends

You must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for
this position and be in possession of a current work visa. In line with the
requirements set by the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be
eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of the eligibility
will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.