Restaurant and Bar Manager |
Another Place - The Machrie
Wild coastlines, big skies and a close-knit island community
set the rhythm of daily life on Islay. The roll of waves, breeze-blown dune
grasses, and call of seabirds make up a rich island soundtrack. It’s a haven
for people who live and breathe the outdoors. Exhilarating and revitalising,
vibrant and relaxed - the wonder of the wilds here is limitless.
Set within this captivating landscape lies Another Place –
The Machrie. Originating from the Gaelic term ‘machair’, meaning ‘the linking
stretch of land that joins the grassy dunes with the shoreline’, The Machrie
offers elevated comforts and unforgettable experiences.
Our Restaurant and Bar Manager
role:
We’re looking for a Restaurant and Bar Manager to lead our
Restaurant and Bar team, and to work alongside Management to deliver
award-winning, locally sourced and memorable dishes and dining experiences.
Across land, sea and air, Islay is brimming with fresh island
produce – all coming together at The Courtyard and the hotel’s award-winning 18
Restaurant & Bar. From Loch Gruinart oysters, Islay scallops and Port
Askaig lobster, to superb beef, lamb and game, and locally grown vegetables,
our menus are as fresh as they come. Behind the bar, you’ll also find Islay
whisky, gin, rum and an array of craft beers.
Our Restaurant and Bar team is essential for maintaining our
exemplary guest satisfaction at Another Place – The Machrie. Together, we
deliver exceptional food and ensure that guests receive a consistently
high-quality dining experience. Our team also ensures that guests receive a
warm welcome and are cared for, aware of our current offerings, and enjoy every
moment that they spend with us.
As our Restaurant and Bar
Manager you’ll be:
* Leading your team confidently and creating an
inclusive and welcoming environment for team and guests.
* Overseeing all drink and wine lists, within our brand and
financial guidelines.
* Overseeing training for restaurant, bar, and waiting teams,
ensuring excellent product knowledge and guest satisfaction.
* Collaborating with our Hotel Director and Executive Chef to
enhance menus, food and beverage service, and business performance.
* Responsible for navigating revenue, payroll, and overhead
budgets, whilst optimizing costs based on business levels.
* Completing beverage ordering and overseeing deliveries.
* Abiding by appropriate stock control measures to minimize
waste.
* Ensuring Health and Safety compliance and enforcing food
hygiene regulations.
* Aligning food and beverage offerings with sustainability,
people, and commercial strategies in mind.
* Collaborating with internal brand and marketing teams to
promote campaigns, content, and events.
* Contributing to our ongoing development projects to create
exciting new food and beverage concepts.
Please note, this is a full-time salaried role working 40
hours per week.
With 43 beautifully designed rooms, a world-class Scottish
championship links golf course, a contemporary restaurant showcasing seasonal
island produce (recognised with a 4* Silver AA award and a Rosette), a wild
Scandinavian-inspired hot tub garden, and an art collection curated throughout
by Sue Nye, The Machrie encapsulates the best of both worlds; a feeling of
being looked-after, and the freedom to explore.
For our guests, how their stay makes them feel is crucial;
cared about, looked after, welcome. It’s the heart and soul of our active
relaxation concept, made possible by the people on our team.
The skills you’ll be sharing
with us:
* Proven leadership and management skills
* Excellent time management and delegation skills
* 3-5 years in a senior management position, within a hotel or
restaurant
* IT literacy in Microsoft Office systems
* Accountability and proactive problem-solving under pressure
* A broad knowledge of wines and ingredients, with a particular
passion for Scottish and locally sourced, sustainable foods (desirable)
* An eye for profit margin, and an operational approach to
effective budgeting
* Experience of cluster management or overseeing multi-outlet
venues
* Previous experience of managing, leading and training a large
team
* A strong working knowledge of HR procedures (essential)
* A passion and exquisite understanding of hospitality
* A proven track record of consistently achieving financial
targets
* A WSET qualification or equivalent (essential)
* A First Aid certificate (essential)
* A personal licence (essential)
* Experience with weddings, events and private dining
experiences
* Barista experience, ideally within a fast-paced food-service
environment
* A genuine care for our team and our wider community and
environment
Life at Another Place – The
Machrie
On Islay, The Machrie embraces all-season island living. With
long winters, limited entertainment, and few distractions, it requires an
appreciation and resilience for rural life.
As a team, we work together to deliver memorable moments for
our guests to immerse themselves in the vibrancy of island living, and it’s our
strong sense of community and our wider connection to the residents and natural
beauty of Islay, that allows us to offer a space where outdoor living and
indoor comforts coalesce – where both guests, locals, and team can rest, play,
work, gather, and make the most of what matters.
Due to the hotel’s remote location, you will require a valid
driving license and access to a personal vehicle.
What we’ll offer you in
return:
* A relaxed, professional place to work in a beautiful location
– Islay ‘the queen’ of the Hebridean archipelago off the West Coast of Scotland
* A welcoming team of like minds, eager to support and
encourage each other
* Excellent career prospects in an ever-expanding organisation
* Use of our Championship Links Golf Course (7,000 yards
from the back trees, rated one of the world's top 100), regardless of ability
* Special rates for you and your friends & family to stay
at Another Place – The Machrie, Another Place – The Lake, SeaSpace, and
Watergate Bay Hotels
* Discounts for you and your friends & family to eat at our
variety of restaurants (including 18 Restaurant and Bar)
* 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. With far-reaching views stretching across the golf links
and Laggan Bay, you’ll never be short on inspiration. Life at Another Place
isn't just a job - it's a transformative career opportunity.
If you come alive in nature and have a genuine desire to
expand your hospitality skills in a location where your attitude and experience
truly matter, Another Place - The Machrie is the place for you.
If you would love to join us
as our Restaurant and Bar Manager, apply now and be part of our journey at
Another Place – The Machrie, a wonderful place to work.