Restaurant Manager Venues · Utilita Arena Sheffield

Utilita Arena; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 1,653,120 - 2,479,680; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rate of pay

Flexible working shifts

Fortnightly pay

Sociable workforce

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Utilita Arena Sheffield is seeking a Casual Restaurant Manager to lead the hospitality restaurant during events. You will deliver outstanding guest experiences, supervise restaurant service, and support the Food & Beverage team to ensure compliance with food safety and licensing regulations.

You will be responsible for maintaining high standards, guiding a diverse team, and creating a welcoming dining environment for all guests.

Qualifications

• Experience managing or supervising in busy restaurant, hospitality or events environment.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to stay calm and organised in a fast-paced setting.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends and public holidays.
• Knowledge of food safety legislation and licensing regulations.
• Confident decision-maker with proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the hospitality restaurant during events.
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences through high standards of service.
• Oversee restaurant service and support the wider Food & Beverage team.
• Ensure efficient operations and smooth service delivery throughout events.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, food safety standards, and licensing regulations.
• Lead, motivate, and support team members to achieve excellent performance.
• Create a welcoming, professional dining environment for guests.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Under pressure

Organisation

Flexibility

Decision making

EPOS systems

Team motivation

Tools

EPOS systems

Job description

If you are looking for a way into the events Industry, this is a great place to start. You don’t need to have loads of experience – the right fit it the most important thing. But you should have an understanding of the industry, an interest in Events and an enthusiastic willingness to get stuck into anything asked of you.

The Venue

A cornerstone of South Yorkshire’s entertainment scene, Utilita Arena Sheffield has been welcoming audiences since 1991. Purpose-built for world-class live events, the arena hosts an exciting mix of international music acts, major sporting fixtures, and large-scale corporate events. With a capacity of over 13,000, it stands as one of the region’s premier venues, combining a rich history with a vibrant programme that continues to attract visitors from across the UK.

The Role

To lead and oversee the day-to-day operation of the hospitality restaurant during events, ensuring exceptional guest experiences through outstanding customer service, strong team leadership, and efficient operational delivery. This candidate will be responsible for managing restaurant service, supporting the Food & Beverage team, and ensuring all company standards, food safety requirements and licensing regulations are consistently met.

As a key member of the hospitality team, the Casual Restaurant Manager will lead by example, maintaining high standards whilst creating a welcoming and professional dining experience for all guests.

The Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the hospitality restaurant during events.
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences through high standards of service.
• Oversee restaurant service and support the wider Food & Beverage team.
• Ensure efficient operations and smooth service delivery throughout events.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, food safety standards, and licensing regulations.
• Lead, motivate, and support team members to achieve excellent performance.
• Create a welcoming, professional, and enjoyable dining environment for guests.

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience managing or supervising within a busy restaurant, hospitality or events environment.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Good organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Flexible approach to working evenings, weekends and public holidays.
• Knowledge of food safety legislation and licensing regulations.
• Confident decision-maker with a proactive attitude.
• Experience using EPOS systems
• Knowledge of premium hospitality and corporate dining service.

What’s in it for you?

Competitive Rate of Pay – Earn a strong hourly rate for your work.

Flexible Working – Choose shifts that fit around your lifestyle and commitments, helping you maintain a great work-life balance.

Fortnightly Pay – Get paid every two weeks for the shifts you’ve worked.

Sociable Workforce – Join a diverse and friendly team from across the city. Our casual workforce forms the heart of what we do – it’s a great environment to meet people, make friends, and be part of exciting live events.

Opportunities to Grow – Gain valuable experience in the live events industry and access to opportunities across Legends Global.

Recruitment Process Outlined

• 1st Stage - Video Interview

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks. These may include verification of identity, proof of address, right to work, employment history, qualifications, and—where relevant to the role—a basic or enhanced DBS check. All checks will be carried out in line with data protection law and we will only request information that is necessary for the role.

Inclusive Workplace

At Legends Global , we are committed to leading the entertainment industry towards a greener, faster, and more innovative digital future. There’s never been a better time to join our team. We aim to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers, and suppliers. Join us and make a significant impact from day one.

We are committed to active inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. This commitment begins with our recruitment and selection process. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements.

If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know in your application. We are dedicated to providing a fair and transparent assessment process and will do our utmost to accommodate your needs.