Restaurant Manager at The Wallace Collection
Job Introduction
The Wallace Collection is located in the heart of Manchester Square, serving breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea daily within a stunning courtyard setting and we are expanding our team.
Working alongside the Management Team, you will be part of a dynamic group that aims to provide quality fresh food that not only exceeds our guest expectations, but is also in line with agreed company & legal standards.
Shifts would be 9:30am-6:30pm (weekend finish is 7:30pm), working 5 out of 7, occasional evening and weekend cover required.
Gratuity is split with all the team, based on hours worked. Over the last 6 months, the minimum gratuity that the team received in a week was £2.23 per hour added to their wage.
Role Responsibility
· Manage standards and quality across all areas of the restaurant and front of house operation
· Work with the General Manager and team to develop the restaurant product and standards of service
· Ensure that the restaurant operates to the highest standards at all times
· Ensure that the FOH set and close-down procedures are followed on a daily basis
· Effectively manage Restaurant Supervisors and the Front of House Service team
· Manage guest billing and daily takings
· Ensure that all accountable staff are adequately trained and skilled to the required level
· Prepare and manage the restaurant rota, ensuring that all shifts are covered in line with business objectives
· Fully deputise in the absence of the General Manager
· Ensure effective management of light equipment and stock control
· Comply with all Company policies, procedures and statutory regulations, including human resources, health and safety, safe working practices, hygiene, cleanliness, fire and COSHH
The Ideal Candidate
· Hospitality or event experience at supervisory level – ideally in a fast paced restaurant operation
· Excellent spoken English and able to communicate effectively through written form of communication
· Strong organisational & leadership skills
· High standards of personal presentation
· Basic IT skills
· Good level of food and wine knowledge
· Coaching skills
About the Company
Sodexo Live! is offering exciting opportunities to work at top venues delivering the highest standard of events across the country. As a company we provide catering on behalf of our clients at prestigious sites and events including Ascot Racecourse, The RHS Chelsea Flower Show, Brighton AMEX Stadium, Edinburgh Corn Exchange, Goodison Park and many more.
To help us deliver the highest quality service we are looking for passionate, enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. We have a range of positions available to set you off on the right track within Sodexo, so step up to the mark, be more than a spectator and become a part of our team.