Restaurant Manager

De Vere Cotswold Water Park: nestled at the edge of the Cotswolds right in the heart of 152 lakes, the Hotel offers stylish accommodation with breathtaking views and has 328 bedrooms and apartments. There are 15 flexible meeting and event spaces and 2 large conference and banqueting suites hosting up to 800. With three restaurants and bars we have a buzzing Food & Beverage team here, but also have exciting opportunities across our other departments including Conference & Events, Reception/Front of House, Spa & Leisure, Kitchen, Housekeeping and Maintenance.Your commute: we're well served by public transport, and we're just 20 minutes from J15 of the M4 and J11A of the M5.At De Vere, we warmly welcome everyone and foster a sense of belonging, where each person is valued and appreciated. Join our team and become part of a passionate group of individuals who genuinely care about the experiences we create for our guests and colleagues.Main Purpose of the role:As Restaurant Manager, you are responsible for managing the day to day activities for the department, delivering high quality food and beverage experiences to all our guests. You will monitor and review monthly sales performance, productivity, food quality, service and merchandising, all whilst leading, training and constantly improving the performance of your team. Ultimately, you will ensure the overall department achieves its potential in that of sales and profitability for the business.The ideal candidate:You'll have a natural flair for excellent customer service, but will also have flourishing leadership qualities and strong interpersonal skills that mean you can interact with all levels of colleagues. With a flexible and adaptable approach, you will have experience working in a similar environment, and have a real eye for detail. This really is a role that requires someone with a strong passion for excellent customer service and an upbeat, positive attitude. You'll also have:• Previous experience in a 4* or 5* hotel or venue• Experience of working and leading in a dynamic environment• A passion to grow and develop your team• Strong organisational and project management skills• A real attention to detail to ensure the highest of standards are maintained• Personality, flair and the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively at all levels both internally and with our guests• Commercial awareness, sound financial skills and the ability to create business plans to drive sales and profitability.The Pay & Benefits:At De Vere we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our permanent colleagues. That’s why we are proud to offer the following benefits for the role of Restaurant Manager.Bonus Incentive Scheme with the opportunity to earn up to X% of salary based on business performanceFree meals on duty in our colleague dining facilitiesStay in shape with complimentary use of the Leisure Club facilities saving you money on costly gym membershipsWe believe in celebrating your special moments too, which is why we offer an extra paid day off for your birthday, along with a £20 love to shop voucher.Varied shift patterns and contracts available to suit your lifestyle, we are 24/7 operation, meaning shift patterns to suit everyoneAs a token of our gratitude for your loyalty, we'll treat you to an annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner in a De Vere property of your choice, plus additional monetary rewards for reaching long service milestonesDiscover exclusive perks with our £50 colleague rates for overnight stays at De Vere properties, accompanied by a fantastic 50% discount on Food & Beverage.31 days holiday each year (increasing annually up to 33 days)Venue closure over the Christmas period allowing you time off to enjoy the festive seasonExplore our Exclusively Yours Benefits portal, unlocking hundreds of discounts on retail, travel, and leisure activities.We are committed to your growth and offer excellent career progression opportunities, including access to our Apprenticeship programmes and study support.Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Programme, Hospitality Action, providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including free counselling.Experience the flexibility and convenience of Wagestream, our financial wellbeing platform, granting you instant access to your pay when you need it.We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our monthly colleague recognition programme, You Are De Vere, culminating in an exciting annual colleague recognition event.Join a supportive team that knows how to have fun with regular team appreciation events, including memorable Christmas and Summer parties.Gain peace of mind with our Company Life Assurance scheme, ensuring financial security for your loved ones.
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