Restaurant Manager - Latymer

Exclusive Hotels and Venues; Bagshot; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great hotel stays rates

50% F&B dining discount

Free meals on duty

Gym access

Wellbeing resources

Hospitality discounts

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Pennyhill Park in Bagshot, Surrey, part of Exclusive Collection, seeks a Restaurant Manager for The Latymer to lead front-of-house and deliver a Michelin-star dining experience. You will work closely with the Head Chef and a high-performing team to ensure impeccable service and guest satisfaction.

The role offers strong leadership exposure, development opportunities, and a rewarding environment with generous staff benefits and growth potential within the group.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager or senior leader in fine dining or luxury hospitality.
• Passion for exceptional food, wine and world-class service.
• Experience leading teams in premium restaurants or luxury hotels.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operation of The Latymer, ensuring exceptional guest experiences.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to deliver a Michelin-star dining journey.
• Inspire and develop front-of-house teams with a culture of excellence.
• Maintain service standards in a Michelin-starred environment.
• Manage rotas, labour costs, stock and departmental budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Team development

Job description

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Competitive salary plus fantastic benefits

Working Hours:

40

Location:

Bagshot

Closing Date:

09/10/2026

Job Category:

Restaurants and Bars, Conference and Banqueting

Properties:

Pennyhill Park and The Spa, Bagshot, Surrey

Departments:

Restaurant

Job Introduction

Pennyhill Park in Bagshot, Surrey, part of the Exclusive Collection, is one of the UK's finest luxury hotels and home to The Latymer, the hotel's Michelin-starred and 5 AA Rosette restaurant. Led by Steve Smith, The Latymer is renowned for its exceptional cuisine, world-class service and meticulous attention to detail, offering guests an unforgettable fine dining experience in an elegant setting.

You will join as Restaurant Manager for The Latymer, working alongside Head Chef Steve Smith to deliver an exceptional Michelin-star dining experience. This is a rare opportunity to lead the front-of-house operation within one of the country's most respected fine dining restaurants, driving service excellence, developing a high-performing team and creating memorable experiences for every guest.

At Pennyhill Park, we believe in rewarding our team for their passion and dedication. As part of our team, you'll enjoy:

• Great rates for stays across all our hotels and 50% discount on Food & Beverage dining
• Free meals while on duty
• Free access to the on-site gym and parking
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing resources
• Exclusive discounts and perks through Hospitality Essentials
• Opportunities for growth, learning, and internal movement within the Exclusive Collection

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of The Latymer, ensuring exceptional guest experiences at every service.
• Work closely with Steve Smith and the kitchen team to deliver a seamless and memorable Michelin-star dining journey.
• Inspire, coach and develop the front-of-house team, fostering a culture of excellence, professionalism and continuous improvement.
• Maintain the highest standards of service, presentation and attention to detail expected within a Michelin-starred environment.
• Manage rotas, labour costs, stock control and departmental budgets effectively.
• Drive revenue opportunities through exceptional food and beverage knowledge, including wine recommendations and pairing experiences.
• Build strong relationships with guests, creating memorable experiences that encourage loyalty, advocacy and repeat visits.
• Work collaboratively with the sommelier and kitchen teams to ensure a consistent and exceptional guest journey.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, licensing and company standards.

Person Specification

• Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager or senior restaurant leader within a Michelin-starred, fine dining or luxury hospitality environment.
• Passion for exceptional food, wine and world-class service.
• Experience leading teams within premium restaurants, luxury hotels or destination dining venues.
• Experience leading teams within premium restaurants, luxury hotels or destination dining venues.
• Strong leadership skills with a proven track record of developing and motivating high-performing teams.
• Commercially aware with experience managing costs, budgets and driving departmental performance.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Calm, professional and confident in a high-pressure service environment.
• A genuine passion for hospitality and creating unforgettable guest experiences.

We are a certified B Corp, committed to sustainability and responsible business practices. At Exclusive Collection, we champion wellbeing, progression and a culture where people who share our values can thrive.

As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all individuals with the right to work in the UK. If you require any adjustments during the application process, please let us know.