Restaurant Manager | Lead Team, Elevate Guest Experience

Dobbies Garden Centres; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Staff discounts

Financial wellbeing support (Stream)

Retail Trust access

Dobbies Academy learning

Thriving culture

Job summary

Dobbies Garden Centres is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee our busy in-store dining operations, balancing kitchen and front-of-house duties while delivering an exceptional guest experience.

You will lead a small team, manage budgets and stock, ensure health and safety compliance, and drive seasonal events to boost sales. A passion for hospitality and proven management experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in restaurant management and hospitality operations.
• Strong budgeting, profitability and cost-control abilities.
• Coaching and training teams to deliver top customer service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee restaurant operations (kitchen and front of house) to ensure smooth service.
• Lead a team focused on delivering a great customer experience.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations at all times.
• Manage stock controls to minimise waste and ensure availability.
• Support in-store events and seasonal highlights to drive sales.
• Collaborate with central teams to maintain smooth operations.

Skills

Restaurant management

Budgeting

Stock control

Training coaching

Adaptability

Customer service

Education

Hospitality management qualification

Job description

Dobbies Garden Centres is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee our busy in-store dining operations, balancing kitchen and front-of-house duties while delivering an exceptional guest experience.

You will lead a small team, manage budgets and stock, ensure health and safety compliance, and drive seasonal events to boost sales. A passion for hospitality and proven management experience are essential.