Sedgemoor - Manager - Catering -

Roadchef; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK motorway service provider is seeking a Restaurant Manager for their Sedgemoor location. The role focuses on leading a team to deliver outstanding customer service and ensuring smooth daily operations. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years managerial experience in hospitality or retail. This position offers competitive salary, employee discounts, and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Employee discount up to 70%

Contributory pension after 3 months

1 meal while on duty

Employee assistance program

Free parking

Friends and family scheme

Career development opportunities

Comprehensive training programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in a managerial role within retail or hospitality.
• Proven ability to lead, inspire, and develop a team.
• Strong commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.
• Proficient in managing day-to-day operations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and mentor a high-performing team.
• Ensure every customer receives exceptional service.
• Oversee daily operations, including stock management.
• Develop strategies to drive sales and increase profitability.
• Manage budgets and monitor financial performance.
• Uphold brand values and ensure quality standards.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Customer Focus

Operational Knowledge

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Flexibility

Job description

Sedgemoor - Manager - Catering

Breakfast Kitchen and Chozen Noodles Manager - Sedgemoor

Our Site Director, Karolina at Sedgemoor Motorway Services on the M5 southbound near Burnham on Sea is seeking a passionate and experienced Restaurant Manager to lead our team to deliver outstanding customer service and operational excellence.

As a Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring smooth daily operations, driving sales, and fostering a positive and productive work environment.

Roadchef Motorway Services we have our own brand, Breakfast Kitchen.

It's the place to eat if you are looking for a breakfast that is freshly prepared, tastes great and offers great value.

After breakfast the unit converts to Chozen Noodles where you will find a taste of Asia with fast, fresh noodles and rice dishes accompanied with a selection of asian cusines providing a welcoming atmosphere for our customers and a supportive, dynamic workplace for our team members.

What we offer

• Competitive Salary: Attractive compensation package with performance-based incentives.
• Benefits: Employee discount up to 70%, contributory pension after 3 months, 1 meals while on duty, employee assistance program, free parking, friends and family scheme.
• Growth Opportunities: Career development and advancement opportunities within the company.
• Training: Comprehensive training programs to support your professional growth.

Your key responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and mentor a high-performing team, fostering a collaborative and motivated environment.
• Customer Service: Ensure every customer receives exceptional service, creating memorable restaurant experiences.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee daily operations, including stock management, scheduling, and compliance with company standards and health and safety regulations.
• Sales and Marketing: Develop and implement strategies to drive sales and increase store profitability.
• Financial Management: Manage budgets, monitor financial performance, and report on key metrics.
• Brand Ambassador: Uphold the brand values and ensure the store represents our commitment to quality and excellence.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years in a managerial role within the retail or hospitality industry, preferably in a similar environment.
  • Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead, inspire, and develop a team.
  • Customer Focus: Strong commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.
  • Operational Knowledge: Proficient in managing day-to-day operations, including stock, scheduling, and financial reporting.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Problem-Solving: Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
  • Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Who are we?

We are the UK's 3rd largest Motorway Service Area provider with some of the UK's largest and best restaurants and retail brands.

We are so proud to be the only Motorway Service Area to hold the Platinum Investor in People accreditation.

We have been awarded a 3 Star rating for 2025 and have been recognised as one of the top 5 Largest Companies to work for 2024 and top 5 in Leisure & Hospitality sector 2024 in Best Companies.

Our approach is simple : it's about embracing everyone.

From cultivating a culture where all employees can bring their best selves to work to deploying diversity and initiatives that support all, we are doing what it takes to build a more equitable workplace.