Overview
Are you ready to lead a food revolution in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales?
At The Coniston Hotel Country Estate & Spa, we're embarking on a bold and exciting new chapter: a reimagining of our food and drink offering with a deep commitment to a field-to-fork philosophy. As we grow and evolve, we’re looking for a passionate, driven, and experienced Restaurant Manager to help us shape this vision and bring it to life.
This is more than just a restaurant management role — it’s an opportunity to lead from the front, influence the future of our F&B direction, and work alongside a dedicated team in one of the most picturesque settings in the UK.
Why join us?
We’re not just a hotel — we’re a destination. Set on a 1,400-acre estate near Skipton, The Coniston offers an unforgettable experience to guests and a rewarding career to our people. We're proud of our Yorkshire roots and our family-run heritage, and we’re just as proud of the people who make our story possible.
You’ll be joining a warm, inclusive and professional team who are passionate about exceptional hospitality and excited for what’s ahead.
What makes this role special?
* You’ll be a key player in delivering our new farm-to-fork dining vision — collaborating with the kitchen, estate team and suppliers to bring local, seasonal ingredients to life.
* You’ll provide hands-on leadership to a dynamic front-of-house team across our restaurants and bars.
* You’ll take ownership of guest experience, team culture, and commercial performance, ensuring every service is smooth, welcoming, and memorable.
* You'll help shape and implement innovative new ideas — from local tasting menus to unique dining experiences on the estate.
Who we’re looking for:
* A proven hospitality leader with experience in premium dining environments.
* Someone who thrives on the floor, leading by example and bringing infectious energy to every shift.
* A people person with a genuine passion for great food, great service, and great stories.
* A strategic thinker with solid commercial acumen, confident with rotas, cost control and maximising revenue.
* A strong communicator and natural team coach, mentor and motivator.
What you’ll receive:
* £38,000 – £40,000 per year + service (up to £2,500/year) + performance-related bonus
* Live-in accommodation (2 miles from hotel – subject to availability)
* 28 days’ holiday (increasing with service)
* Monthly and annual recognition awards
* Access to the award-winning Nàdarra Spa, including discounted treatments and memberships
* Hotel discounts for family & friends
* Free on-site parking
* Nest pension scheme and 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
* Ongoing training, personal development, and progression opportunities
* Meals on duty
About The Coniston
A unique countryside retreat, The Coniston Hotel Country Estate & Spa is more than a place to stay – it's an experience. With 70 bedrooms, a five-bubble rated spa, renowned dining experiences and thrilling outdoor activities such as a shooting ground and land rover experiences, we welcome guests from across the UK and beyond for getaways, celebrations, weddings, corporate retreats and more.
Family-owned and proudly Yorkshire, we’re passionate about warm hospitality, local produce, and unforgettable experiences.
Essentials:
* Right to work in the UK
* Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
* Valid UK driving licence preferred due to our rural location
Ready to be part of something meaningful?
If you're excited by the idea of redefining rural dining and building something special with a passionate and ambitious team, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and let’s shape the future of food at The Coniston together.
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