Restaurant Manager Surrey £60,000 OTE

Leisure People; Epsom; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £55,900

Discretionary bonus 10%

OTE £60,000

Company pension

Private medical insurance

Meals on duty

Job summary

Leisure People is seeking an outstanding Restaurant Manager to lead operations at a prestigious private members' club in Surrey. The role focuses on delivering exceptional dining experiences, managing a high-performing team and upholding luxury service standards.

You will oversee SOPs, guest relations, budgeting, compliance and cross-department collaboration, ensuring guest satisfaction and profitability in a premium environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering high service standards in hospitality.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Excellent guest service and communication abilities.
• Sound knowledge of Health & Safety and allergen management.
• Experience with budget planning and cost control.
• Understanding licensing and responsible alcohol service.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a high-performing restaurant team to deliver exceptional member experiences.
• Maintain SOPs and luxury service standards across all shifts.
• Manage guest enquiries, feedback and complaints professionally.
• Prepare staff rotas and monitor attendance for optimal staffing.
• Support budgeting and monitor performance against forecasts.
• Promote clear communication within the restaurant and with other departments.
• Ensure health, safety and food hygiene policies are followed at all times.
• Drive continuous improvement in service delivery and operational efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Guest service

Attention to detail

Budget planning

Communication

Food safety

Alcohol licensing

Bar service

Team development

Organisational skills

Education

WSET Level 2+

Hospitality/Business degree

Job description

Restaurant Manager

Private members club Surrey £55,900 plus 10% discretionary bonus OTE £60,000

We're seeking an outstanding Restaurant Manager to lead operations at one of the UK's most prestigious private members' clubs, with sites in London and Surrey. Offering exceptional dining, luxury accommodation, and world-class leisure facilities, the Club prides itself on delivering an unrivalled member experience.

You will be required to lead, motivate and inspire a high-performing restaurant team, ensuring consistently exceptional service and memorable experiences for guests. The Restaurant Manager will take responsibility for the efficient day-to-day operation of the restaurant while maintaining the highest standards of service, team performance, compliance and commercial awareness.

Main Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistently high standards of service and an exceptional dining experience for all guests.
• Maintain and continually improve service standards in line with recognised luxury hospitality benchmarks.
• Proactively manage guest enquiries, feedback and complaints with professionalism, resolving issues promptly and escalating matters where appropriate.
• Prepare staff rotas and monitor attendance and working hours to ensure appropriate staffing levels according to business requirements.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, training and performance management to build and maintain a motivated, capable and engaged team.
• Foster a positive and inclusive working environment where team members feel supported, empowered and encouraged to exceed expectations.
• Act as a role model within the department, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, enthusiasm and a guest-focused approach at all times.
• Support the preparation and management of departmental budgets, ensuring expenditure remains within agreed limits and monitoring actual and forecast performance regularly.
• Promote clear, consistent communication within the restaurant team and across other departments to ensure effective collaboration.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant licensing legislation and responsible service requirements.
• Ensure all Health & Safety, food safety, hygiene, allergen management and fire safety policies and procedures are followed and consistently applied.
• Complete all mandatory training and ensure that team members complete required training within agreed timescales.
• Maintain a strong focus on operational efficiency, service delivery and continuous improvement.
• Work closely with senior management and other departments to identify opportunities to improve the overall guest experience.

About you:

Essential

• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Proven experience of delivering consistently high service standards within a hospitality, restaurant, club or luxury service environment.
• Excellent guest/customer service skills and a genuine passion for delivering exceptional experiences.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Sound understanding of Health & Safety requirements, including food safety, risk assessments, allergen management and staff training.
• Experience of budget planning, cost control and financial monitoring.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm, professional and effective under pressure.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards.
• Awareness of licensing legislation and responsible alcohol service.
• Knowledge and understanding of professional bar service.
• A collaborative approach and ability to work effectively as part of a wider management team.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to motivate, coach and develop team members.

Desirable

• WSET Level 2 or above, or equivalent wine and spirits qualification.
• Hospitality or Business Management degree, diploma or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience of cross-functional or multi-departmental leadership.
• Experience within a luxury hospitality, private members' club, fine-dining restaurant or similarly high-end environment.

Values & Behaviours

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to the organisation's values and will consistently promote a culture of excellence, accountability, respect, trust and sustainability.

Our Values

Heritage * Excellence * Accountability * Respect * Trust * Sustainability

Benefits

• Great Basic Salary of £55,900
• Plus discretionary 10% bonus
• Achievable OTE of up to £60,000
• Company pension
• Optional Private medical insurance
• Meals on Duty

Interviews available immediately