Restaurant Manager [Double Standard]
Double Standard Restaurant Manager · £43K per year (incl. Tronc) plus Additional Tips, Bonus Scheme & Company Benefits · Full Time · Kings Cross · Late-Night Thursday-Saturday
We are defined by our richness of personality, diversity of background and lifestyle. At the cultural heartbeat of The Standard are our team who bring to life our spaces, engage with our guests and vibrate social energy, day and night across our bars, restaurants, event and guest spaces.
Double Standard restaurant & bar is famous for its burgers, DJs, brunches, guest chefs and BBQ's, all enjoyed in a 70s-inspired bar space and sun-soaked terraces. We are now looking for a dynamic and experienced individual who will capture the energy of this unique venue and join our leadership team as our Double Standard Restaurant Manager.
Your role
As Double Standard Restaurant Manager, you will manage the team and service to ensure everything runs smoothly. Your excellent knowledge of food and drinks, passion for service, high-level experience in restaurant operations, order of service and guest experience will combine to create an engaging and inspiring environment that will lead and train your team to deliver an exceptional dining experience.
Finally, you will be a host to our guests, adding a touch of personality and theatre to their experience, and making our guests feel welcome whilst they visit The Standard; so you will need to be highly social, upbeat and friendly; confident and can handle pressure well; thrive in a busy, high energy environment and manage multiple tasks and guests with ease.
Do you have what it takes to be our Double Standard Restaurant Manager
‘Standard People’ are at the heart of our brand; vivid, dynamic, and engaging. Prior experience as a Restaurant Manager in a similar restaurant is essential for this role. You will also have an uncompromised and natural flair for service and be able to build genuine relationships with guests. You will also need:
* Prior experience as a Restaurant Manager or Assistant Restaurant Manager ideally gained in a similar high quality ‘Lifestyle’ restaurant or in the boutique hotel sector
* Highly motivated and pro-active; act with professionalism and positivity in all interactions
* Strong knowledge of and interest in exceptional food, drinks, and service
* Excellent understanding and experience in restaurant operations
* Strong experience and interest in training teams to deliver exceptional service and maintain consistent standards
* Display a passionate, fun, and enthusiastic approach to work to inspire and motivate the team, and create an enjoyable, cohesive, and supportive working environment
* Solid wine & beverage knowledge
* Experience with HR procedures, training & development, and compliance
* Full-time availability, flexible Monday-Sunday, late-night Thursday-Saturday
We are defined by our richness of personality and diversity of background and lifestyle so if you think you have what it takes to be our Double Standard Restaurant Manager we’d love to hear from you!
All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates prior to commencing employment.
Benefits Include
* Meals on duty
* 28 Days Holiday rising to 33 days with service
* Pension Scheme
* Life Assurance (2 x Annual Salary)
* Medical Assistance (including online GP and Physio)
* Employee Assistance Programme with Well-being service
* Membership to Headspace Meditation app
* Discount platform including GYM
* Worldwide Travel Discounts via The Standard Advantage platform
* Employee & Family Rates across all Standard and Bunkhouse properties
* In-house Experience Programme
* F&B Discounts ranging from 25-50%
* Recruitment Referral Bonus up to £1,000
* Tuition Aid Scheme & subsidised training
* Season Ticket Loan & Bike 2 Work Scheme
* Social Committee with regular monthly social activities