CORD by Le Cordon Bleu is a refined dining destination on Fleet Street, blending modern British and European cuisine with timeless elegance. Set in a beautifully restored historic building, CORD offers a fine dining restaurant, café, and culinary school, creating a dynamic and inspiring hospitality environment. This is a unique opportunity to lead a front-of-house team in a prestigious venue known for exceptional service and culinary excellence.
Duties and responsibilities - Lead daily restaurant operations, working closely with the Executive Chef and senior leadership to position CORD as a top dining destination locally and internationally.
- Drive financial performance through strategic planning, budgeting, cost control, and revenue growth initiatives.
- Ensure exceptional guest experiences by maintaining high service and quality standards and fostering guest relationships.
About You You will be a polished and passionate hospitality professional with a proven background in premium dining environments. You will bring both gravitas and warmth, combining operational excellence with natural charisma. Essential requirements:
Proven experience in a similar Restaurant Manager role within a high-end / fine dining venue.
Exceptional communication, organisational, and administrative skills.
Demonstrated leadership capability, with a strong track record of coaching and team development.
Impeccable attention to detail, creativity, and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
Genuine passion for food, strong wine knowledge, and awareness of industry trends.
Immaculate personal presentation.
A positive, can-do attitude with enthusiasm, confidence, and personality.
- Develop and implement staff training, performance management, and people development strategies.
- Oversee purchasing, inventory, and compliance with health, safety, and legal standards.
- Stay current with industry trends and continuously seek ways to improve operations and customer experience.
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