Restaurant Manager - The Old Boat House

De Vere Beaumont Estate; South Cerney; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Bonus Scheme

Staff meals on duty

Leisure club access

Birthday day off

31 days holiday increasing to 33

Employee recognition programme

Job summary

The Old Boat House at De Vere Cotswold Water Park is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to own day-to-day operations, deliver warm hospitality and maintain high standards. You will lead on the floor, manage rotas, recruitment and training, and be visible as a hands-on leader.

You will drive local business, develop the team, balance service excellence with cost control, and create an engaging environment. The role offers varied shifts across a 24/7 operation and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a busy restaurant.
• Hands-on leader who is visible on the restaurant floor.
• Strong understanding of delivering great service and driving revenue.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day restaurant operations and service standards.
• Lead and motivate the team, manage rotas and staffing levels.
• Recruit, train and develop team members; monitor performance.

Skills

Restaurant management

Leadership

Staff scheduling

Recruitment

Training

Cost control

Job description

Are you an experienced Restaurant Manager looking for your next opportunity?

We're looking for a Restaurant Manager to join The Old Boat House at De Vere Cotswold Water Park.

The Old Boat House is a unique, stand-alone restaurant set within the beautiful surroundings of De Vere Cotswold Water Park, offering Italian-inspired cuisine in a relaxed setting. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced restaurant leader to take ownership of the operation and play a key role in growing the business.

As our Restaurant Manager you'll

take ownership of the day-to-day running of The Old Boat House, leading your team to deliver great food, warm hospitality and consistently high standards. You'll be hands-on and visible on the floor, leading by example taking responsibility for rotas, recruitment, training and performance. You'll create a positive team environment where people enjoy coming to work and take pride in what they do.

You'll also have the freedom to bring your own ideas to the restaurant, from driving local business and repeat visits to creating new opportunities to grow The Old Boat House.

Your Skills & Experience

• You'll have previous experience managing a busy restaurant, with a genuine passion for food, service and hospitality.
• You'll be a confident, hands-on leader who enjoys being visible on the restaurant floor and leading your team by example.
• You'll have a strong understanding of what makes a successful restaurant, from delivering great service and managing a team to driving revenue and controlling costs.
• You'll be commercially minded and confident looking for new ways to grow the business and attract guests.
• You'll be organised and comfortable managing rotas, staffing levels and the day-to-day priorities of a busy restaurant.

Benefits

The Pay & Benefits:

At De Vere we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our permanent colleagues. That's why we are proud to offer the following benefits for the role of Restaurant Manager.

• Competitive Salary
• Bonus Incentive Scheme - circa £200 per month
• A share of the Restaurant Service Charge to help boost your earnings and reward you for the service you deliver
• Free meals on duty in our colleague dining facilities
• Stay in shape with complimentary use of the Leisure Club facilities saving you money on costly gym memberships
• We believe in celebrating your special moments too, which is why we offer an extra paid day off for your birthday, along with a £20 love to shop voucher.
• Varied shift patterns and contracts available to suit your lifestyle, we are 24/7 operation, meaning shift patterns to suit everyone
• As a token of our gratitude for your loyalty, we'll treat you to an annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner in a De Vere property of your choice, plus additional monetary rewards for reaching long service milestones
• Discover exclusive perks with our £50 colleague rates for overnight stays at De Vere properties, accompanied by a fantastic 50% discount on Food & Beverage.
• 31 days holiday each year (increasing annually up to 33 days)
• Explore our Exclusively Yours Benefits portal, unlocking hundreds of discounts on retail, travel, and leisure activities.
• We are committed to your growth and offer excellent career progression opportunities, including access to our Apprenticeship programmes and study support.
• Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Programme, Hospitality Action, providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including free counselling.
• Experience the flexibility and convenience of Wagestream, our financial wellbeing platform, granting you instant access to your pay when you need it.
• We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our monthly colleague recognition programme, You Are De Vere, culminating in an exciting annual colleague recognition event.
• Join a supportive team that knows how to have fun with regular team appreciation events, including memorable Christmas and Summer parties.
• Gain peace of mind with our Company Life Assurance scheme, ensuring financial security for your loved ones.