The Hawk & Aster - Restaurant Manager

Leading Nation HK Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 391,000 - 614,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave & Statutory holidays

Marriage leaves

Monthly Card Tips

Medical allowance

Performance-based Salary Review

Friendly working environment

On the job training

Job summary

Leading Nation is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead the floor team and deliver consistently excellent hospitality at The Hawk & Aster in Hong Kong. You will own the guest experience, drive operational standards, and collaborate with kitchen and support teams to keep the restaurant running smoothly and profitably.

Key responsibilities include leading front-of-house teams, managing reservations and seating, maintaining brand standards, scheduling and training staff, controlling

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager or Assistant Manager in a busy full-service establishment (Hong Kong experience preferred).
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of building and retaining high-performing teams.
• Excellent guest-facing communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Solid understanding of P&L, cost control and operational KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the front-of-house team to deliver warm, polished and efficient service across all dayparts.
• Oversee daily operations including reservations, seating, floor flow, and guest recovery.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, presentation, and ambiance in line with the brand.
• Manage staff scheduling, training, performance and development.
• Control costs (labour, wastage, inventory) and support achievement of revenue and profitability targets.
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, health & safety, licensing and company policies.
• Collaborate closely with the Head Chef and central teams on menu execution, promotions and guest feedback.
• Handle guest feedback and complaints professionally and proactively.
• Support inventory, cash handling, reporting and administrative duties as required.

Skills

Leadership

Guest service

P&L

Cost control

Communication

Problem solving

English & Cantonese

Job description

At Leading Nation, we’re redefining modern hospitality through visionary concepts and exceptional guest experiences. Headquartered in Hong Kong, we curate and operate a growing portfolio of award-winning restaurants, bars, and private clubs across Asia — each with its own distinct identity yet united by a shared commitment to excellence and innovation.

Our celebrated portfolio includes The Diplomat, honored among Asia’s 50 Best Bars; Two-Michelin Star,Cristal Room by Anne-Sophie Pic, helmed by the world’s most decorated chef with an extraordinary 10 Michelin Stars; The Merchants, recognised by Tatler Dining for its refined modern Asian cuisine also Michelin mentioned; Sushi Mamoru, an intimate omakase experience led by masterful Japanese craftsmanship; the acclaimed Torikaze deemed as the hardest seats to secure in Japan; and WAGYUMAFIA, a cult-favorite global sensation that has turned Wagyu into a modern icon. Our multi-location brands — Morty’s, Mashi no Mashi (Wagyu Ramen), and Elephant Grounds (Lifestyle Specialty Coffee) — continue to champion craftsmanship, community, and creativity across the region.

Anchoring our portfolio is Forty-Five at Landmark, a three-story, 20,000-square-foot destination redefining the intersection of art, design, and gastronomy in the heart of Hong Kong. With regional expansions such as the soon-to-launch Elephant Grounds Singapore, Leading Nation continues to set new benchmarks for world-class hospitality across Asia.

Company Website:www.leadingnation.com

We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Restaurant Manager to lead the floor team and deliver consistently excellent hospitality at The Hawk & Aster. You will own the guest experience, drive operational standards, and work closely with the kitchen and support teams to keep the restaurant running smoothly and profitably.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and motivate the front-of-house team to deliver warm, polished and efficient service across all dayparts.

Oversee daily operations including reservations, seating, floor flow, and guest recovery.

Maintain high standards of cleanliness, presentation, and ambiance in line with the brand.

Manage staff scheduling, training, performance and development.

Control costs (labour, wastage, inventory) and support achievement of revenue and profitability targets.

Ensure full compliance with food safety, health & safety, licensing and company policies.

Collaborate closely with the Head Chef and central teams on menu execution, promotions and guest feedback.

Handle guest feedback and complaints professionally and proactively.

Support inventory, cash handling, reporting and administrative duties as required.

Qualifications

Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager or Assistant Manager in a busy full-service restaurant, café or brasserie (Hong Kong experience preferred).

Strong leadership skills with a track record of building and retaining high-performing teams.

Excellent guest-facing communication and problem-solving abilities.

Solid understanding of P&L, cost control and operational KPIs.

Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Passion for hospitality, attention to detail, and a calm, professional presence under pressure.

Fluency in English and Cantonese (Mandarin an advantage).

• Annual leave & Statutory holidays
• Marriage leaves, Maternity leave, Paternity leave, Compassionate leave, etc
• Monthly Card Tips
• Medical allowance
• Performance-based Salary Review
• Friendly working environment
• On the job training

About us:

www.leadingnation.com

Leading Nation

Established in 2014 with presence now in Hong Kong, Guangzhou, Beijing, Chengdu and Manila, Leading Nation operates a collective of concepts. We create, identify and manage unique and original F&B concepts

and opportunities across Asia with our head office in Hong Kong. Working with talented F&B professionals, our core expertise in an ability to collaborate with landowners in creating compelling F&B concepts that stand the test of time by maintaining relevance

in the community. We provide a cultivating work environment and strong career development opportunities for suitable candidates.