Restaurant Manager

Southampton Harbour Hotel; Southampton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury 5-star hotel in Southampton seeks a Jetty General Manager to lead its restaurant operations. You will oversee payroll, health & safety, and bar management, while inspiring your team to deliver exceptional service. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of high-end restaurant management experience and strong food/wine knowledge. Competitive salary up to £45,000, with OTE of £60,000. Enjoy excellent progression opportunities, unique training, and employee benefits including hotel discounts and complimentary meals.

Benefits

Excellent progression opportunities

Bespoke career development pathways

Competitive salary with performance-based incentives

Hotel stay and F&B discounts

Complimentary meals while on duty

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of high-end restaurant and bar management experience.
• Strong food and wine knowledge essential.
• Proven ability to drive revenue and control costs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of restaurant operations including payroll and health & safety.
• Drive footfall, team engagement, and revenue growth.
• Create a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Food and wine knowledge

Team motivation

Job description

We’re looking for an inspiring and dynamic leader to take charge of our Jetty restaurant at the luxurious 5-star Harbour Hotel in Southampton.

This is a standout opportunity for a talented F&B professional to lead a passionate team through collaboration, motivation, and a shared commitment to excellence, fully aligned with our culture and values.

You’ll oversee all aspects of restaurant operations including payroll, health & safety, and the bar, while setting the tone for exceptional service and unforgettable guest experiences. Your leadership will be key to driving footfall, team engagement, and revenue growth.

Competitive salary: Up to £45,000 base DOE, with OTE of £60,000

Who we are…

Harbour Hotels is a collection of prestigious properties set in some of the most breathtaking locations across the South of England. Our luxury portfolio includes coastal, countryside, and city hotels, each with its own exciting restaurant concept and our signature HarSPA brand.

Named AA Hotel Group of the Year in 2018, we’re growing fast and it’s a thrilling time to join our journey.

The role…

As Jetty General Manager, you’ll bring at least 2 years of high-end restaurant and bar management experience. You’ll be confident working within budget guidelines, managing stock, and using your commercial acumen to drive revenue and control costs.
You’ll be a natural leader, someone who inspires, develops, and empowers their team to deliver exceptional service. You’ll foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement, ensuring every team member thrives.

Strong food and wine knowledge is essential, along with the ability to use it to train and motivate your team. A passion for hospitality and a drive to elevate the guest experience are key.

What’s in it for you…

At Harbour Hotels, we’re committed to creating a vibrant and rewarding working environment. Here’s what you’ll enjoy as part of our crew:

• Excellent progression opportunities across the Harbour Hotels Group
• Bespoke career development pathways
• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
• Unique on-the-job training and internal promotion opportunities
• Hotel stay and F&B discounts across the group
• Access to a dynamic benefits and discount platform
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Complimentary meals while on duty

If you’re ready to bring your skills, energy, and ambition to Harbour Hotels, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply with your full and up-to-date CV below.

Please note:

Only applicants eligible to work in the UK or with a valid UK work permit/visa will be considered.