Role: Restaurant & Bar Manager
Location: Preston
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per annum
Are you a passionate hospitality professional ready to take full ownership of a busy restaurant and bar? We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Restaurant & Bar Manager to lead a talented front-of-house team, maintain the highest standards, and deliver unforgettable experiences for every guest.
About the Role
This is a unique opportunity to lead the front-of-house operations in a prestigious 4-star hotel with an outstanding restaurant and bar. You will be responsible for driving service excellence, managing the team, and taking full control of rotas and P&L, ensuring the operation runs efficiently while exceeding guest expectations.
What You’ll Do:
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Lead, inspire, and motivate a busy front-of-house team to deliver service at the highest standard.
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Ensure every guest enjoys an unforgettable experience from arrival to departure.
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Take full control of the staff rota, ensuring effective coverage for all shifts and events.
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Manage P&L, including budgets, cost control, and maximising revenue opportunities.
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Oversee reservations, events, and day-to-day operations efficiently.
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Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, presentation, and hygiene.
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Recruit, train, and develop staff to build a professional, motivated, and high-performing team.
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Resolve guest issues with tact and professionalism, ensuring positive outcomes.
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Collaborate closely with the kitchen to deliver seamless service and exceptional dining experiences.
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Identify opportunities to increase revenue, improve operational efficiency, and enhance guest satisfaction.
Who We’re Looking For:
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Proven experience managing a high-volume restaurant and bar, including rota and P&L responsibility.
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Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop a team.
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Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving abilities.
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Commercially aware with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and maximising profitability.
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Able to maintain high standards and lead by example under pressure.
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Passionate about hospitality and creating memorable, standout guest experiences.
What We Offer:
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Competitive salary of £30,000 – £35,000 per annum.
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30 days holiday, including compensation for working bank holidays.
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Group bonus scheme after two years.
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Private healthcare after 12 months (individual) and family cover after three years.
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Pension contributions, starting at 3% and increasing over time.
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The chance to take full ownership of a prestigious, award-winning front-of-house operation.
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