Senior Restaurant Manager

H&C Solutions; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious restaurant in London seeks a dynamic Senior Restaurant Manager to lead a high-profile venue known for exceptional British cuisine and live performances. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in high-volume restaurants, strong leadership skills, and a passion for creating memorable guest experiences. This role offers a base salary of £50,000–£55,000, performance bonuses, and additional benefits.

Benefits

Taxis paid after late shifts

Complimentary meals while on duty

Closed Sundays and Mondays

Stable, secure business with a loyal team

Just a 5-minute walk from Canary Wharf station

Future equity/share options

Qualifications

• Proven record in senior leadership roles within high-volume restaurants.
• Strong knowledge of front-of-house operations.
• Ability to lead and inspire a large team.

Responsibilities

• Lead service standards across food, beverage, and live music.
• Motivate and manage a professional team.
• Ensure commercial success through effective planning.
• Enhance the venue's status for live music and dining.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Customer service excellence

Cost control

Guest engagement

Job description

Job Title: Senior Restaurant Manager

Our client is a prestigious British restaurant situated in the heart of Canary Wharf, celebrated for offering a truly unique dining and entertainment experience. This iconic venue features daily live performances by world-class musicians and bands, complemented by exceptional British cuisine and handcrafted beverages—all meticulously prepared in-house.

They are now looking to appoint a dynamic and seasoned Senior Restaurant Manager to support the leadership team in steering this high-profile, high-volume establishment into its next exciting chapter.

Benefits:

• Taxis paid after late shifts
• Complimentary meals while on duty
• Closed Sundays and Mondays
• Stable, secure business with a loyal team
• Just a 5-minute walk from Canary Wharf station
• £50,000–£55,000 base salary + performance bonuses
• Future equity/share options

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a multi-faceted venue with high service standards across food, beverage, and live music
• Motivate and manage a passionate, professional team
• Ensure commercial success through strong cost controls, planning, and guest engagement
• Drive forward the venue’s status as one of London’s top destinations for live music and premium dining
• Be visible and present during peak hours, particularly evenings and weekends!

Ideal Candidate:

• Demonstrated success in senior leadership roles within high-volume restaurant environments
• In-depth knowledge of front-of-house operations and service excellence
• Motivational, hands-on leader capable of managing and inspiring a large FOH team
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including regular late-night closes
• Genuine passion for delivering exceptional and memorable guest experiences