* Food & Beverage, Hospitality & Leisure, Restaurant Management
About the job
Job Title: Restaurant and Bar Manager
Location: Birmingham (The Mailbox)
Salary: Competitive (£40,000 - £45,000 DOE + Bonus)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
We’re recruiting for a Restaurant and Bar Manager to join a high-end, modern dining restaurant located in one of Birmingham’s most prestigious destinations.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced hospitality leader to take full ownership of day-to-day operations, team performance, and the overall guest experience. You will play a key role in maintaining exceptional standards while driving the commercial success and reputation of the restaurant.
The role is ideal for someone with a strong background in premium or fine dining environments who is passionate about delivering outstanding service and building high-performing teams.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the day-to-day operations of the restaurant and bar, ensuring an exceptional guest experience.
* Maintain high standards across food quality, service delivery, cleanliness, and overall hospitality.
* Oversee stock control, supplier relationships, and ordering processes.
* Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, licensing, and health & safety regulations.
* Manage and develop the full restaurant team including supervisors, servers, bartenders, and chefs.
* Recruit, train, coach, and mentor team members to support performance and development.
* Foster a positive, professional, and guest-focused culture.
* Lead from the front on the restaurant floor, setting the standard for service excellence.
Performance & Commercial Management
* Monitor business performance including sales, labour costs, stock control, and operational efficiency.
* Work closely with senior stakeholders to drive revenue growth and profitability.
* Manage guest feedback effectively, resolving issues promptly and professionally.
* Maintain and enhance the restaurant’s reputation through exceptional service and operational standards.
Candidate Profile
* Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Restaurant and Bar Manager within a premium or fine dining environment.
* Strong leadership and team management skills.
* Excellent understanding of restaurant and bar operations.
* Good financial awareness, including labour cost control, stock management, and sales performance.
* Highly organised with the ability to manage a busy, fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* A genuine passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
What Our Client Offers
* Competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000 depending on experience.
* Performance-based bonus structure.
* Opportunity to lead a well-established restaurant in a prime Birmingham location.
* Autonomy to shape team culture and operational success.
* A supportive and ambitious working environment.
* Career development opportunities within a growing hospitality business.
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