Restaurant Manager - Hospitality & Guest Experience

Independent Recruiters Groep BV; Utrecht; On-site; EUR 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent Recruiters Groep BV is seeking a Restaurant Manager for a historic Utrecht venue renowned for atmosphere, hospitality, and quality. You will lead from the floor, shaping daily operations and guest experiences while modelling service excellence.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, team development, and strong financial awareness to drive revenue and margins in a dynamic hospitality setting.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in hospitality or restaurant environments.
• Strong ability to motivate and develop staff.
• Excellent communication skills with guests and colleagues.
• Solid understanding of revenue, costs and margins.
• Hands-on leadership with presence on the floor and delivering high-quality service.

Responsibilities

• Lead the restaurant team daily and foster a positive, energetic floor atmosphere.
• Plan, schedule, handle administrative tasks and ensure proper staffing levels.
• Monitor financial performance and actively manage revenue, costs and supplier relations.
• Coach, motivate and develop team members to grow in their roles.
• Oversee processes and continuously improve the guest experience.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Communication

Financial awareness

Guest service

Job description

Restaurant Manager - Hospitality & Guest Experience

Want to work in a place where history, hospitality, and exceptional dining come together?

In the heart of Utrecht, we're looking for a Restaurant Manager who enjoys leading an enthusiastic team and creating memorable guest experiences.

You'll be working at a unique and characterful venue where quality, service, and atmosphere are at the heart of everything we do. Together with your team, you'll ensure every guest feels welcome from the moment they arrive. You'll be present on the floor, lead by example, inspire your colleagues, and take pride in delivering outstanding service every day.

If you're a natural leader with a genuine passion for hospitality, this is your opportunity to make a real impact at one of Utrecht's most distinctive hospitality venues.

Responsibilities Restaurant Manager - Hospitality & Guest Experience

Located in the heart of Utrecht, this venue is all about atmosphere, hospitality, and quality, supported by a close-knit and energetic team. As Restaurant Manager, you are the driving force behind ensuring that both the daily operation and the guest experience remain at the highest level.

What you will do:

• Lead the restaurant team on a daily basis and create a positive, energetic atmosphere on the floor;
• Be responsible for planning, scheduling, administrative tasks, and ensuring the right staffing levels;
• Monitor financial performance and actively manage revenue, costs, margins, and supplier relationships;
• Coach, motivate, and develop team members to help them grow within their roles;
• Oversee operational processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and contribute to continuously enhancing the guest experience.

Requirements Restaurant Manager - Hospitality & Guest Experience

To be successful in this role, you meet the following criteria:

• You have proven experience in a leadership role within the hospitality or restaurant industry;
• You are skilled at leading, motivating, and developing teams;
• You have excellent communication skills and know how to naturally inspire and engage others;
• You have strong financial awareness and are experienced in managing revenue, costs, and margins;
• You are hands-on, visible on the floor, and committed to delivering high-quality service and exceptional guest experiences.

In short Restaurant Manager - Hospitality & Guest Experience

Want to work in a place where history, hospitality, and exceptional dining come together?

In the heart of Utrecht, we're looking for a Restaurant Manager who enjoys leading an enthusiastic team and creating memorable guest experiences.

You'll be working at a unique and characterful venue where quality, service, and atmosphere are at the heart of everything we do. Together with your team, you'll ensure every guest feels welcome from the moment they arrive. You'll be present on the floor, lead by example, inspire your colleagues, and take pride in delivering outstanding service every day.

If you're a natural leader with a genuine passion for hospitality, this is your opportunity to make a real impact at one of Utrecht's most distinctive hospitality venues.

The offer Restaurant Manager - Hospitality & Guest Experience

For this challenging role within a historic organization, a salary of approximately €3500 untill €4000 gross per month is offered, depending on your knowledge and experience. The secondary employment benefits will be discussed during a personal conversation.