Restaurant Manager – The Fox House at Holmfirth

Bagden Group; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run business in West Yorkshire is seeking a Restaurant Manager for The Fox House at Holmfirth. The role involves leading shifts, ensuring high-quality customer service, and training team members. Ideal candidates have experience in a supervisory role and a genuine passion for hospitality. Competitive salary and opportunities for progression are offered in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Opportunities for progression

100% tips paid to our team

Staff meals on duty

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory or senior waiting role within a busy restaurant, bar, or gastro pub.
• Confidence leading a team and making decisions during service.
• A genuine passion for hospitality and great customer service.

Responsibilities

• Lead front-of-house shifts, ensuring smooth, efficient service.
• Support and motivate the floor team — leading by example during busy services.
• Train and support new team members on service standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Job description

Restaurant Manager – The Fox House at Holmfirth

Location: Holmfirth HD9

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Hours: Full-time, shift-based, including evenings and weekends

About Us

The Bagden Group is a family run business operating two pub restaurants in the Huddersfield and Holmfirth area. We are passionate about community spirit, serving freshly cooked food at reasonable prices in a beautiful, welcoming setting and offering great bar and real ale choices. The menus change seasonally, are French inspired and we use local suppliers and produce whenever possible. Being a SME sized business, we are large enough to be able to make sure our staff are looked after, but small enough so that we are all names, not numbers. We are proud of our team and what we’re achieving together.

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay (dependent on experience)
• Opportunities for progression.
• 100% tips paid to our team
• Staff meals on duty
• A supportive and professional environment
• Training and development opportunities to help you grow.
• Free Parking

About The Role

As Restaurant Manager you will:

• Lead front-of-house shifts, ensuring smooth, efficient service and a welcoming atmosphere.
• Support and motivate the floor team — leading by example during busy services.
• Act as the first point of contact for staff queries and guest feedback.
• Ensure every guest receives attentive, friendly, and professional service.
• Resolve minor complaints quickly and effectively to maintain guest satisfaction.
• Uphold high standards of presentation, cleanliness, and service consistency.
• Train and support new team members on service standards, menu knowledge, and best practices.
• Conduct pre-service briefings and communicate clearly with the kitchen and bar teams.
• Promote teamwork and a positive, professional culture on every shift.
• Manage bookings on shift, and service flow during busy periods.
• Take responsibility for opening and closing procedures, including cashing up.
• Maintain health, safety, and hygiene standards throughout service.
• Assist the management team with stock checks, rotas, and reporting when needed.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in a supervisory or senior waiting role within a busy restaurant, bar, or gastro pub.
• Confidence leading a team and making decisions during service. Has great attention to detail and takes pride in presentation and service.
• A team player with excellent communication and organisation skills.
• A genuine passion for hospitality and great customer service.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Please click ‘apply’, we’re looking forward to hearing from you.