Restaurant Manager - New Opening

Mansell Consulting Group Ltd; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits with a multi-award-winning restaurant group launching in Oxford! As a Restaurant Manager, you will lead the opening of a flagship venue, ensuring a vibrant atmosphere and exceptional service. This role offers autonomy and the chance to shape the culture from day one, all while being part of a brand with ambitious expansion plans. If you thrive in high-energy environments and are passionate about customer experience, this position is perfect for you. Join a team that values creativity and community, and be part of something special from the ground up!

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Autonomy and creativity in role

Staff perks and development opportunities

Fun team culture

Qualifications

• Experience managing busy restaurants or premium casual dining venues.
• Confident leader with a hands-on, people-first approach.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full front-of-house operations in a fast-paced setting.
• Lead and motivate a team to deliver exceptional service.

Skills

Restaurant Management

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Shift Planning

Operational Standards

Job description

We re working exclusively with a multi-award-winning restaurant group about to bring their iconic concept to Oxford for the very first time. Known for bold flavours, top-tier casual dining, and a loyal cult following, this is your chance to lead a brand-new opening that s already buzzing with hype.

They re on the hunt for an experienced, people-first Restaurant Manager who s ready to bring the energy, run slick service, and help make this flagship site the talk of the town.

What You ll Be Doing:

• Overseeing the full front-of-house operation in a fast-paced, high-volume setting
• Leading and motivating a team to deliver next-level service and energy every single shift
• Being the face of the venue approachable, hands-on, and always guest-focused
• Working closely with the GM and kitchen team to keep everything running smoothly
• Supporting with recruitment, rotas, training, team development and service standards
• Managing floor operations, handling customer feedback, and keeping the vibes strong

You ll Be a Great Fit If You:

• Have previous experience managing a busy restaurant, QSR, or premium casual dining venue
• Are a confident leader with a people-first approach and a hands-on style
• Thrive in high-energy environments and love leading from the front
• Are obsessed with customer experience and building community through food
• Know your way around shift planning, team training and operational standards
• Are excited to be part of a growing brand with serious expansion plans

What s In It For You?

• Up to GBP40,000 OTE
• The chance to be part of a high-profile new opening
• Work with a genuinely exciting brand with real momentum and awards to back it up
• Autonomy, creativity, and the chance to help shape the culture from Day 1
• Career progression as the brand doubles its estate in the next 12 months
• Staff perks, development opportunities, fun team culture and more

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