Restaurant Manager - Newbury - up to £43,000

COREcruitment; Newbury; On-site; GBP 43,000; Full time

Job summary

COREcruitment is seeking a dynamic Restaurant Manager based in Newbury for a multi-site brand. The successful candidate will lead operations, focusing on exceptional guest experiences and team development, with a competitive salary and various benefits included.

Benefits

Performance-based incentives and bonus opportunities

Complimentary meals on duty

Career progression within a growing hospitality group

Ongoing professional development and training

Staff discounts across venues

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager or strong Assistant Manager ready to step up.
• Ability to manage budgets and drive financial performance.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations ensuring efficient service.
• Lead and motivate the front-of-house team.
• Monitor financial aspects including budgets and P&L.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Commercial Acumen

Guest Focus

Team Development

Job description

Salary: Up to £43,000 (inclusive of service charge)

Location: Newbury

COREcruitment is working with a multi-site brand who is seeking a dynamic and experienced Restaurant Manager to lead one of its vibrant, high-performing venues.This is a hands-on leadership role for a commercially minded hospitality professional with a passion for guest experience, team development, and operational excellence.You will be responsible for the overall performance of the restaurant, driving revenue, maintaining exceptional service standards, and cultivating a positive team culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service at all times.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing front-of-house team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and collaboration.
• Deliver consistently outstanding guest experiences through team coaching, service standards, and personal example.
• Monitor and manage all financial aspects of the business including budgets, P&L, labour control, and inventory.
• Take ownership of rota management, recruitment, training, and staff retention strategies.
• Work closely with the kitchen and senior management to ensure alignment on quality, service, and operational goals.
• Handle customer feedback with professionalism, turning issues into opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure strict adherence to health & safety, food hygiene, and licensing regulations.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager or strong Assistant Manager ready to step up, ideally within a premium or high-volume restaurant environment.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience managing budgets and driving financial performance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Natural motivator with a hands-on, guest-focused approach.
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.
• Passion for hospitality, food, and creating memorable guest experiences.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £43,000 (inclusive of service charge)
• Performance-based incentives and bonus opportunities
• Complimentary meals on duty
• Career progression within a growing hospitality group
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Staff discounts across venues

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please contact Stuart Hills on 0207 790 2666