Restaurant Manager

Cutting Edge Recruitment; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Staff meals provided daily

Birthday leave

Dining discounts

Opportunities for global growth

Job summary

A prestigious dining destination in Singapore is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead the front-of-house team. This role focuses on inspiring service excellence and collaborating closely with culinary teams. Ideal candidates have experience in high-end restaurants and a passion for guest engagement. Join a creative, international team in a Michelin-star environment with competitive salary and employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing high-end or Michelin-starred restaurants.
• Passion for service and understanding of guest experience.
• Deep knowledge of floor operations and team management.
• Committed to training, developing, and inspiring a high-performing front-of-house team.
• Works with kitchen leadership, sommeliers, and operations to ensure a unified service.
• Calm and composed under pressure with problem-solving and guest recovery skills.
• Clear, confident communication with team and guests.

Responsibilities

• Lead all daily front-of-house operations and service delivery.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and retain a passionate team.
• Oversee reservation management and personalized service.
• Oversee reservation management, guest preferences, and special occasions.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef and Head Sommelier to align kitchen, wine, and service.
• Monitor service standards, guest feedback, and KPIs.
• Uphold hygiene, safety, and compliance with meticulous attention to detail.

Skills

Visionary Leader

Hospitality-Driven

Operational Expertise

Mentor & Coach

Collaborative Partner

Crisis-Ready

Polished Communicator

Job description

Restaurant Manager

Join the leadership team of one of Asia's most celebrated dining destinations. A prestigious three-Michelin-starred restaurant in Singapore is seeking an exceptional Restaurant Manager to lead and inspire its world-class front‑of‑house team.

Housed in a meticulously restored heritage shophouse in the heart of Singapore, this restaurant delivers a multi‑level, immersive tasting menu experience that seamlessly blends Nordic culinary precision with Asian influences. Each service is a choreographed journey, and at the helm of this experience is our Restaurant Manager, ensuring every moment reflects the highest standard of excellence.

About the Role

As Restaurant Manager, you are the driving force behind the guest experience. You will lead and inspire the service team, foster a culture of hospitality excellence, and collaborate closely with the culinary and operations teams to ensure every detail meets the highest standards of fine dining.

What We're Looking For

• Visionary Leader: Proven experience managing high‑end or Michelin‑starred restaurants with a hands‑on, forward‑thinking approach.
• Hospitality-Driven: A passion for service that goes beyond expectations, with a refined understanding of guest experience and emotional engagement.
• Operational Expertise: Deep knowledge of floor operations, team management, reservations, and financial performance.
• Mentor & Coach: Committed to training, developing, and inspiring a high‑performing front‑of‑house team.
• Collaborative Partner: Works seamlessly with kitchen leadership, sommeliers, and operations to create a unified, elegant service environment.
• Crisis-Ready: Calm and composed under pressure, with strong problem‑solving and guest recovery skills.
• Polished Communicator: Clear, confident, and gracious in interactions with both team and guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all daily front‑of‑house operations and service delivery, ensuring consistency and excellence across all guest touchpoints.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and retain a passionate team of hospitality professionals.
• Set and maintain Zéns service philosophy through pre‑service briefings, feedback, and continual refinement.
• Oversee reservation management, guest preferences, and special occasions to deliver highly personalized service.
• Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef and Head Sommelier to align kitchen, wine, and service execution.
• Monitor and manage service standards, guest feedback, and key performance indicators.
• Uphold all hygiene, safety, and compliance standards with unwavering attention to detail.

Why Join Us

As Restaurant Manager, you’ll shape the soul of guest experience and contribute to its continued recognition as one of the finest dining destinations in the region. You’ll work alongside an international team of top‑tier professionals in an environment that values creativity, integrity, and excellence.

Employee Benefits Include

• Competitive salary
• Staff meals provided daily
• Birthday leave
• Dining discounts across restaurants under the Unlisted Collection Group
• Opportunities for global growth and development

Lead with Purpose. Serve with Passion.

If you’re a hospitality leader ready to elevate your career in a Michelin‑starred fine dining environment, we invite you to join this extraordinary experience. This is more than a role, it’s a career‑defining opportunity.

Apply now and lead the future of fine dining.