Restaurant Manager
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Cheltenham, Gloucestershire |
| Area | Gloucestershire, England |
| Sector | Restaurant Management |
| Salary | Up to £36500 per annum + Around £2k service charge & benefits |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | LR-10828_1767718715 |
| Employer | Hotel |
- Description
ROLE: Restaurant Manager
LOCATION :Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
SALARY : £36,500 + around £2k Service Charge per year + Excellent Benefits
Days Off: Sunday & Monday Guaranteed
You've mastered the floor as an Assistant Manager - now it's time to own it.
Step into a career-defining leadership role where your ideas matter, your skills shine and your talent is recognised and you have the opportunity to take full responsibility for a Rosette restaurant in the 4 star hotel & spa.
Whether you're a proven Assistant Manager ready to step up or an experienced Restaurant Manager seeking a fresh challenge in a refined, boutique environment, this role offers genuine progression, influence, and visibility from day one.
About the Restaurant & Hotel
This intimate, design-led boutique hotel is renowned for its modern British cuisine, exceptional service, and Rosette dining. Popular with destination diners, weekend guests and exclusive-use events, the hotel blends relaxed luxury with impeccable standards. You'll join a forward-thinking, supportive leadership team who believe in developing their people and giving managers true ownership of their departments.
The Role - What You'll Be Responsible For
As Restaurant Manager, you'll take full ownership of the day-to-day operation:- Lead daily restaurant service, ensuring flawless execution across breakfast, lunch, and dinner services.
- Manage the restaurant ensuring consistency in quality and guest experience.
- Oversee and support weddings, celebrations and private events in the restaurant, ensuring smooth service and high standards.
- Create and deliver pre-service briefings, training sessions, and team development plans.
- Maintain and elevate service standards in line with Rosette expectations.
- Work closely with the Head Chef and kitchen leadership to coordinate menus, seasonal changes, and guest experience.
- Develop wine knowledge within the team; support pairing menus and wine recommendations.
- Lead on staffing: rota creation, forecasting, recruitment, onboarding, and performance management.
- Drive revenue through upselling, guest engagement, and exceptional hospitality.
- Monitor budgets, GP targets, stock levels and P&L performance of the restaurant.
- Deliver a visible, hands-on leadership presence on the floor - especially during peak service.
What You'll Bring
Essential- Experience in a Rosette, fine-dining or high-end restaurant at Assistant Manager or Supervisor level.
- Proven ability to lead a team through busy services while maintaining calm and professionalism.
- Strong food and wine knowledge with a passion for guest experience.
- A natural coaching style - confident in giving feedback and training staff.
- Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
- Ambition and readiness to step into full departmental leadership.
Desirable- WSET qualification or strong interest in wine training.
- Previous involvement in budgeting, rota planning or stock control.
What's in It for You- Dedicated midweek planning time for admin, training, menus & projects.
- Excellent progression into F&B Manager or Operations roles.
- Training and development from a supportive and experienced senior team.
- Discounted dining & stays across the boutique hotel group.
- Meals on duty & Uniform provided.
- A positive, professional team environment where high standards and work/life balance both matter.
Eligibility
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Visa sponsorship is not available.
