Restaurant Manager - Independent Dining

COREcruitment; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent restaurant in East London seeks an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead their front-of-house team. Ideal candidates will excel in providing high standards of service in a vibrant dining atmosphere and have a strong background in quality dining environments. Responsibilities include managing the team, ensuring smooth service, and maintaining the buzzing restaurant atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Experience in running a restaurant floor.
• Strong people skills and the ability to manage a team.
• A passion for quality food and service.

Responsibilities

• Lead the front-of-house team to ensure smooth service.
• Maintain high standards and a vibrant atmosphere.
• Identify issues during service and rectify them.

Skills

Leadership

Calm under pressure

Customer service

Job description

Restaurant Manager – Independent Dining

East London | £45,000-£48,000

We’re working with a brilliant East London restaurant that’s built a reputation for quality – buzzing floor, cracking food, and a loyal local following.

They’re now looking for a Restaurant Manager to run the show day-to-day.It’s a proper role for someone who gets what great food and service looks like and isn’t afraid to set the standard.This is an independent group, but they’re slick – if you’ve worked in quality branded restaurants or premium independents, you’ll hit the ground running.

You’ll be leading the front-of-house team, making sure service flows, the atmosphere stays electric, and the team feel supported and proud of what they’re doing.You’ll be trusted to get stuck in, spot what’s not right, and sort it – with autonomy and support in equal measure.

Who we’re looking for:

• Someone who knows how to run a floor and loves doing it
• Calm under pressure, with a sharp eye and genuine warmth
• Can lead a team, manage the room, and keep standards consistently high
• Loves hospitality – and wants to be part of a proper food-led operation

If you’re ready to take on a new challenge, drop your CV to Kate at COREcruitment dot com.