Are you a seasoned Restaurant Manager who cares deeply about
fantastic service and wonderful food and drink? Are you ready to take on
a new challenge? Do you enjoy ocean views, breaks on the sand, swimming or
surfing after work? If so, we want you! Join us and be part of a team that
values connection, creativity, and making a positive impact on people's lives.
We are looking for a Restaurant Manager to lead the team
at The Living Space, Watergate Bay.
This role provides a unique opportunity within a successful
and expanding organisation, which encourages professional development and
offers excellent long-term career prospects.
The role:
Reporting to the Hotel Manager, you will be managing a restaurant with a
turnover of £4 million per year. You will bring plenty of industry experience
and strong leadership skills to the role and your warm and professional
personality will fit perfectly with our culture of “relaxed professionalism”.
As well as delivering an unrivalled dining experience, you will work
closely with our Executive and Head Chef to express our passion for food in a
beachside location.
At our hotel, we’re looking for a team who are passionate
about Cornwall and our local food and drink producers and are eager to be a
part of this county's incredible way of life. As a member of our team, you'll
work alongside others who prioritize our guests and support each other.
Joining our team means being part of a community that values
excellence, innovation, and kindness in everything we do. Our commitment to our
team is reflected in our exceptional working environment - one that promotes
work-life balance, professional development, and plenty of opportunities for
growth.
What your days could look like:
* Ensuring
wonderful hospitality…that’s first and foremost in our thoughts!
* To
be “hands on” in your approach, being present on the floor and leading the
team to deliver exceptional hospitality and service
* Building
relationships with new and existing guests
* To
plan and to ensure operational effectiveness when on duty and in your
absence
* To
work with our kitchen teams to exceed guest expectations on quality of
food offering and execution
* Be a
role model for our brand value of “relaxed professionalism” at all times
.
* Leading
the ongoing training, development and performance management of the team
* Promoting
and leading a culture of continual professional development.
* To
undertake regular performance reviews and coffee chats with your
reports
* Working
with the senior management team to develop and evolve the Living Space,
taking an active role in identifying new trends and opportunities.
* Managing
the financial performance of The Living Space & Breakfast Room.
Ensuring all revenue, payroll and overheads budgets are met.
* Overseeing
all ordering and deliveries to ensure good stock control and minimal
wastage.
* Ensuring
a safe environment for both staff and guests and adhering to the company’s
health and safety policy and procedures.
Jobs skills:
* Management
experience within a large or multiple restaurant setting.
* Can
demonstrate a history of leading and passionately developing teams to
deliver specific goals and targets.
* Capable
trainer, able to develop and deliver training materials.
* Barista
experience, wine, spirit and cocktail knowledge.
* Somebody
who simply loves food and drink.
* Strong
organisational and time management skills.
* A
good understanding of Food Health and Safety requirements
What we can offer in return:
* An
opportunity to grow within the UK’s best known beach hotel
* A
relaxed, professional place to work in a beautiful location – at one of
the UK’s most striking beaches
* A
welcoming team of likeminds, eager to support and encourage each other
* Excellent
career prospects in an ever-expanding organisation
* Special
rates for you and your friends and family to stay at the hotel
* Team accommodation provision
* Discounts
on treatments in Swim Club
* Discounts
for you and your friends and family at our restaurants: Zacry’s, The Beach
Hut and Living Space restaurants
* Discount
at Cubs coffeeshops
* Discounts
at Shop on the Beach and other partner businesses
* Free
surf lessons, surfboards and wetsuits hire from Wavehunters
* Team
social events throughout the year
* Team
assistance scheme – a dedicated helpline for support & advice on
topics from mental health through to managing your finances
From discounted stays to training and development
opportunities, we're all about helping our team achieve their personal and
professional goals. Located on the sunny, sandy, Cornish coast, you'll never be
short on inspiration. Working at Watergate Bay Hotel isn't just a job - it's a
transformative career opportunity. Apply now and join us in creating memorable
experiences that our guests and team remember for a lifetime.