Restaurant Manager - New Opening

COREcruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Restaurant Manager for a new opening in Central London. The role is about owning the business on the floor and leading a high-performance team while managing turnover. Ideal candidates should possess strong leadership skills and a passion for dynamic hospitality environments. Compensation is competitive, ranging from £45,000 to £47,000.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of food and beverage service.
• Experience in leading a team in a high-volume environment.
• Ability to analyze performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Lead front-of-house team with confidence and clarity.
• Drive sales through upselling and effective team management.
• Ensure high standards for food and service.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Salesmanship

Standard Enforcement

Curiosity

Job description

Restaurant Manager – New Opening
Central London
£45,000 - £47000

The concept:
This one's big.
Think buzzing floor, serious volume, and a guest-first culture.
It's high-energy, high-impact – and the numbers prove it.Weekly turnover can hit anywhere from £85k to £300k.

The role:
We’re after a Restaurant Manager who can own the floor and the figures.
This isn’t just about running slick service – it’s about running a business.
You’ll be trusted with training, leading, and growing a tight-knit front-of-house team, while keeping an eye on labour costs, GP, and overall performance.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading confident, sharp briefings that actually land
• Coaching waiters and runners to be brilliant, not just functional
• Driving sales through smart upselling and strong floor presence
• Working shoulder to shoulder with a talented GM who builds serious teams
• Championing standards – if it’s not right, it doesn’t leave the pass

What you bring:

• You love the floor – that’s where you shine
• You know your stuff – food, drink, numbers, people
• You’re not afraid to speak up if the dish isn’t right
• You show up for your team and lead with intent
• You’re curious, switched on, and ready to grow

Interested?
Drop me a note – [e-mail]