Restaurant Manager (Cambridge)

Gravity Recruit; Cambourne; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus up to 30%

Free food on shift

28 days holiday

Pension scheme

Health cash plan

Annual social events

Staff discount 50%

Job summary

Gravity Recruit Limited is recruiting for our client to run a Cambridge site as Restaurant Manager. You will lead by example, delivering exceptional service, great food, and a memorable guest experience.

Take ownership of day-to-day operations, manage budgets, support and develop the team, and build relationships with customers and the local community. The role offers a generous salary with an included service charge, plus a broad range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and deliver exceptional service, great food and a memorable guest experience.
• Own day-to-day operations of the restaurant, from kitchen to guest satisfaction.
• Lead, support and develop the team to perform at their best during busy periods.
• Be the face of the brand, building strong relationships with customers and the local community.
• Manage budgets and targets, ensuring health & safety standards are met.

Skills

Food & beverage passion

Team leadership

Customer service

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Growth mindset

Job description

Our client is looking for recruit a strong restaurant manager to run their Cambridge site.

What You'll Get:

• £37,000 – 57,000 OTE (including service charge)
• Quarterly Bonus scheme - up to 30% of your annual salary based on team and restaurant performance
• Free food and soft drinks on every shift
• 28 days holiday
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Medicash - Health cash plans e.g.: dental, glasses, physiotherapy, etc.
• 24/7 virtual GP access and confidential counselling sessions and advice on wellbeing, money, legal and personal matters.
• Cashback, online discounts and discounted shopping vouchers to help with everyday savings.
• Gym and fitness discounts, cinema tickets, family days out and exclusive hospitality perks.
• Annual social events, incentives and competitions
• 50% staff discount when dining in any of the brands restaurants
• Long service recognition including extra holidays
• Cycle to work and EV salary sacrifice scheme
• Relocation package opportunity
• Season travel ticket loan
• Up to £500 employee referral scheme

About the client:

Our client is not just making amazing food – they are creating a movement. Their passion for simple, authentic, and delicious food is at the heart of everything they do. From their amazing food, to the finest seasonal ingredients, every item tells a story of quality, care, and tradition.

What You'll Do:

• As a Restaurant Manager, you'll be the driving force behind one of our buzzing restaurants. You'll lead by example, inspiring your team to deliver exceptional service, delicious food, and an unforgettable experience for every guest who walks through their doors.
• You’ll take ownership of the day-to-day running of the restaurant, ensuring everything from the kitchen to the smiles is on point.
• Lead, support and develop your team to deliver the very best – whether it's during the lunchtime rush or a busy Friday night.
• Be the face of the brand, building great relationships with customers and the local community.
• Take care of business – from managing budgets and hitting targets to ensuring health & safety standards are always met.
• Celebrate success with your team – because when one of us wins, we all win.

What You'll Bring:

• You’ll have a love of great food and drink – and want to share that passion with others.
• Lead with heart and energy, creating a positive vibe that's infectious.
• Know your way around a busy restaurant floor and can stay cool under pressure.
• Have a sharp eye for the details that make all the difference, from the perfect food to the perfect guest experience.
• Thrive on building and motivating a team, helping them to grow and achieve their potential.
• You’re ambitious, with a hunger to grow your career in a business that’s growing just as fast.

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