Restaurant Manager - Cannes

Zuma Restaurant; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious restaurant chain is seeking an exceptional Restaurant Manager for a seasonal role that combines high performance and high energy. You will own the service rhythm, lead a talented front-of-house team, and drive operations in a luxury setting. Previous experience in a premium environment is essential, and enthusiasm for providing unforgettable guest experiences is key. Opportunities for world-class training and seasonal accommodation are included. Join us and embrace the electrifying atmosphere of the summer in Cannes!

Benefits

World-Class training

Seasonal accommodation provided

Global opportunities

Daily family meals

Dinning discount

Qualifications

• Experience as Restaurant Manager or above in a premium/luxury environment.
• Ability to relocate for the summer season.
• Passion for hospitality and team inspiration.

Responsibilities

• Own the rhythm of service across lunch and dinner.
• Lead a FOH team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Shape operations and ensure readiness before opening.

Skills

Leadership presence

Guest experience elevation

Restaurant operation management

Ability to thrive in busy service

Job description

Zuma Cannes is hiring for the 2026 season and we are looking for an exceptional Restaurant Manager to join our seasonal team. If you're currently based in London and ready for a season that blends high performance with high energy, this is the role for you.

You’ll complete your training with our London leadership team before relocating to Cannes for the summer season.

This is a role for someone who thrives on pace, precision and unforgettable hospitality. Cannes moves fast, and the atmosphere is electric – you’ll be at the heart of it.

What You’ll Do

• Own the rhythm of service across lunch and dinner, setting the pace and the standard every day.
• Lead a FOH team that performs at the highest level, disciplined, energetic, and obsessive about guest experience.
• Command the floor in a luxury, high-volume environment where precision matters and flow is everything.
• Coach, elevate, and inspire your team to deliver the true Zuma ethos; effortless sophistication, exceptional hospitality.
• Work seamlessly with Bar, BOH and Reservations, keeping communication tight and service smooth.
• Drive the season forward, shaping operations, planning ahead, and ensuring we’re always ready before the doors open.

What We’re Looking For

• Current/previous experience as Restaurant Manager or above in a premium or luxury environment.
• Strong leadership presence.
• Someone who loves the rhythm of busy service and knows how to elevate a guest’s experience.
• Ability to relocate for the summer season (accommodation provided).
• A genuine passion for people, product, and performance.

Benefits

• World‑Class training, designed to inspire and educate.
• Seasonal accommodation provided.
• Global opportunities, experience hospitality around the globe with our five incredible brands.
• Family Meals are shared daily.
• Rewards + Recognition – we value our team and celebrate your contributions to our success with meaningful rewards and recognition.
• Dinning discount, enjoy exclusive discounts across the Azumi group, worldwide!

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applicants. If you require any assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible, please let one of our Talent Acquisition team know.

Experience: Not required

Employment: Full-time

About Zuma Restaurant

London’s Zuma Restaurant, located in Knightsbridge, offers a sophisticated twist on the traditional Japanese izakaya style of informal dining, delivering an authentic flavour of the east while respecting the traditions of the past.