Restaurant Manager - Rutland

RecruitMe; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel seeks a Restaurant Manager to oversee its fine dining restaurant set in an idyllic location. The role involves managing operations, leading a team towards excellence in service, and optimizing performance while ensuring elegant guest experiences. This position offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and excellent staff benefits, providing a unique opportunity to shape the restaurant's future.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary and bonus structure

Staff meals on duty

Complimentary parking

Employee discounts

28 days holiday per year, increasing with service

Qualifications

• Proven background in managing high-profile, fine dining or luxury hospitality venues.
• Strong commercial acumen and a track record of optimising performance.
• Outstanding organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead full operational management of a fine dining restaurant ensuring seamless service.
• Inspire and develop a professional front-of-house team.
• Control and optimise commercial performance and maintain compliance with health & safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Guest Engagement

Commercial Acumen

Job description

Restaurant Manager – Fine Dining | Attractive Salary + Bonus + Exceptional Benefits

Extensive Hotel & Spa Resort | Rutland Water, East Midlands

A rare and prestigious opportunity has arisen for an accomplished Restaurant Manager to take the helm of the signature fine dining restaurant at the renowned Rutland Hall Hotel & Spa — a distinguished 4-star resort set within 65 acres of private parkland overlooking Rutland Water.

With an exciting and ambitious vision, continued investment, and a growing reputation for culinary excellence, this is your opportunity to lead, shape, and elevate the region’s most exclusive dining destination.

About the Restaurant Manager

As Restaurant Manager, you will be the figurehead of our elegant and expansive fine dining restaurant — curating and delivering an experience defined by sophistication, precision, and impeccable service.

You will have the autonomy to craft a truly standout front-of-house culture, where every guest interaction reflects luxury hospitality at its finest.

Partnering closely with the Executive Head Chef and Food & Beverage leadership, you will ensure that service, atmosphere, and cuisine work in perfect harmony.

Located on the banks of Rutland Water, this beautifully appointed 4-star resort has already undergone significant investment and regeneration — with more to come.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full operational management of a refined, large-capacity fine dining restaurant, ensuring seamless service and a flawless guest journey.

• Inspire, coach, and develop a professional front-of-house team, setting exemplary standards in presentation, etiquette, and guest engagement.

• Collaborate with the culinary team to align service style with a menu that champions creativity, provenance, and seasonality.

• Uphold a reputation for excellence — creating a destination restaurant that is as memorable as its setting.

• Control and optimise commercial performance, from revenue growth and GP management to staffing and service efficiencies.

• Maintain full compliance with health & safety, licensing, and operational best practices.

• Uphold the hotel's proud commitment to delivering luxurious, personalised experiences across every touchpoint.

The Individual

We are seeking a seasoned restaurant professional who brings:

• A proven background in managing high-profile, fine dining or luxury hospitality venues.

• Poise, confidence, and the ability to lead by example in a refined service environment.

• A deep passion for gastronomy, wine, and elevated guest experiences.

• Strong commercial acumen and a track record of optimising performance without compromising quality.

• A natural mentor and motivator, capable of inspiring a team to deliver with consistency, charm, and finesse.

• Outstanding organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

The Reward

• A highly competitive salary and bonus structure.

• The privilege of leading a flagship restaurant within one of the UK’s most idyllic and aspirational hotel locations.

• Staff benefits including meals on duty, complimentary parking, and employee discounts.

• Reward & Recognition schemes and access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.

• 28 days holiday per year, increasing with service.

• The opportunity to be part of an ambitious, high-investment hospitality business poised for further growth and acclaim.

If you are a leader of exceptional calibre, passionate about fine dining and luxury service, this is a rare opportunity to leave your mark on a landmark destination.