Restaurant Manager: Lead Guest Experience & Team

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

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.