Restaurant Manager

Leonardo Royal Hotel Southampton Grand Harbour; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Special rates on hotel rooms

Company-wide recognition scheme

Talent referral scheme

Wellbeing Calendar

Ongoing job-related training programmes

Job summary

Leonardo Royal Hotel Southampton Grand Harbour is seeking a Restaurant Manager to ensure smooth restaurant operations and lead a dedicated team. You’ll provide first-class customer service and create exceptional guest experiences while promoting team development.

The ideal candidate will be a bold leader with strong communication skills and a knack for hospitality. Join us and enjoy benefits like special rates on hotel rooms, ongoing training, and a supportive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy restaurant environment is essential.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to provide first-class service.

Responsibilities

• Keep the restaurant running efficiently and effectively.
• Lead and support a team to achieve KPIs.
• Identify training opportunities for team development.

Skills

Customer service

Team leadership

Creative thinking

KPI management

Training and development

Job description

Be Yourself – Be a Bold Team Player – Be LeonardoOnce you’re part of the team, you’re part of the Leonardo community of over 55 hotels across the UK & Ireland!As a Restaurant Manager, you’ll keep your department running like clockwork and lead your team to ensure our guests have an incredible experience with us. Take a deep breath because you’ll be stepping into a busy role! You’ll think creatively to offer first-class customer service and go above and beyond to deliver the best possible experiences for our guests.If you’re our ideal Food & Beverage Manager, you will:Be yourself!Lead by example and let your personality shine throughBe visible on the floor, so that the team knows you’ve got their backsEnsure KPIs are set and support the team in achieving theseLead regular team meetings – not only will this help with building relationships but a coffee chat goes a long way!Complete and issue rotas in advance – life/work balance is important, your team need to be able to make plans outside of work tooIdentify any training opportunities – we want you and your team to build a future with Leonardo HotelsSome of the perks our Restaurant Manager could enjoy include:Special rates on Leonardo Hotel rooms across the UK & EuropeCompany-wide recognition scheme: you could earn vouchers to spend on a wide range of high street shopsTalent referral schemeThank You Week: from ice cream trucks to yoga classes and lots in between!Wellbeing CalendarOngoing job-related training programmes with clear paths for progressionWe’re committed to creating a workplace where every individual—regardless of background, identity, or lived experience—is welcomed, valued, and respected for who they are. Belonging means embracing our differences and ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered.Why come join us as a Restaurant Manager?We look after our colleagues just as well as we look after our guests. Our regular Learning Bites, “Come Join Us Guest Care” training and Wellbeing webinars all help your progress with us. With support on tap, top-notch practical training and clear progression you’ll be on track for a brilliant future in Hospitality!