Restaurant Manager

Penny Cook Recruitment; Woodbridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Restaurant Manager to support catering operations in Woodbridge. The ideal candidate will have a background in high-volume catering, demonstrating leadership and communication skills. Key benefits include 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, straight shifts, and opportunities for career progression. This role requires own transport and a passion for delivering exceptional service.

Benefits

25 days holiday (+ 8 bank holidays) and birthday off

Meals on duty

Employee assistance programme

Retailers discounts

Company pension

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in managing high-volume catering or restaurant operations.
• Ability to lead operations with a hands-on approach.
• Understanding of cost, budget, and labor controls.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside and deputize for the Catering Manager.
• Ensure high standards in food service and operations.
• Train and supervise staff effectively.

Skills

High-volume catering experience

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Attention to detail

Customer service orientation

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Restaurant Manager to work alongside the Catering Manager at an established multi-faceted business - part of a national UK company catering for large groups serving company core to spec menus. You will have experience working in high-volume catering / restaurant operations.

You might be an assistant / deputy manager looking to step up.

You need your own transport.

Benefits

• Straight shifts
• 25 days holiday (+ 8 bank holidays) and your birthday off
• The option to purchase additional holiday.
• Meals on duty
• Employee assistance programme
• Retailers discounts
• Company pension
• Career progression opportunities

RESTAURANT MANAGER - IS THIS YOU?

• A background managing / working in high volume catering / restaurant operations
• A hands-on lead from the front approach
• An understanding of cost, budget and labour controls
• A very keen eye for detail and passion for high standards
• Excellent communication, supervisory and training skills
• Passion for delivering exceptional customer service
• A strong desire to further develop your career

RESTAURANT MANAGER YOU WILL :

Work alongside and deputise for the catering ma...