Restaurant Manager - York

GuestHouse Hotels; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A York-based restaurant collection is looking for a Restaurant Manager who excels in hospitality management. The successful candidate will oversee restaurant operations, deliver exceptional service, and motivate the team. We seek passionate individuals dedicated to creating memorable dining experiences and focusing on local produce. Join a close-knit team that values your ideas and offers a competitive pay package.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Extra holiday for birthday

No split shifts

Team room with snacks

Discounts on stays/dining

Qualifications

• Experience in restaurant or hospitality management.
• A leader who inspires, trains, and brings out the best in their team.
• Organised and calm under pressure, even during a fully booked Saturday night service.
• Passionate about great food, drink, and creating experiences.
• A detail-focused host who notices little things.

Responsibilities

• Run the restaurant floor with confidence and personality.
• Deliver seamless service and run private events.
• Coach and motivate the team for better performance.
• Champion local produce and create memorable dining experiences.
• Handle rotas, stock, and compliance tasks.

Skills

Restaurant management experience

Leadership and training

Organisational skills

Passion for food

Attention to detail

Job description

Hello York Pearly Cow York is now on the lookout for our next Restaurant Manager. Can you keep service flowing smoother than the River Ouse, balance a full restaurant like you're strolling the city walls, and still notice when table five's Sunday roast needs extra gravy? If your motto is "hospitality with heart and a bit of Yorkshire charm," then you might just be the Restaurant Manager we've been waiting for.

Pearly Cow is an independent collection of grill restaurants in York, Brighton and Margate and where we serve up the most indulgent cuts of meat and the freshest fish in gorgeous settings, where you'll feel right at home.

What you'll bring

• Running the restaurant floor with confidence, personality, and Yorkshire pride
• Delivering seamless service from breakfast through to dinner, and running private events, ensuring every guest leaves happier than when they arrived
• Coaching and motivating your team so they shine brighter than the Minster at golden hour
• Working closely with the kitchen to champion local, seasonal produce and create memorable dining experiences
• Keeping an eagle eye on the details - from table settings to wine pairings - so the experience always feels special
• Handling the behind-the-scenes bits like rotas, stock, and compliance (because smooth service doesn't happen by accident)

Requirements

• Experience in restaurant or hospitality management
• A leader who inspires, trains, and brings out the best in their team
• Organised and calm under pressure, even during a fully booked Saturday night service
• Passionate about great food, drink, and creating experiences that showcase York's warmth and heritage
• A detail-focused host who notices the little things that make a big difference

What's in it for you

• Work in a stylish, intimate restaurant that feels more like a home than a collection of restaurants.
• Be part of a small, close-knit team where your ideas matter.
• Competitive pay, and plenty of guest-powered stories.
• An extra holiday day for your birthday.
• No split shifts
• Our team have their own team room - with their own pantry full of food, to use whenever they like. Grab a snack! Plus, get a free meal on shift.
• You can stay/dine with your family and friends in any of our hotels/restaurants/spas at a great discount.
• The satisfaction of turning a meal into a cherished memory.