Job title: Restaurant & Events Manager
Salary: From 30,000 GBP
Location: Taporley, Cheshire
Accommodation provided: N/A
Type of contract: Permanent 40 hours per week
Workplace description: A charming country house retreat set in the heart of the Cheshire countryside, this boutique estate dates back to the early 19th century and combines historic character with modern comforts. Surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens and parkland, it offers individually styled rooms with classic furnishings and scenic views, a restaurant serving locally-sourced British cuisine, and versatile spaces for celebrations, meetings or a relaxing getaway.
Were looking for a hands-on Restaurant & Events Manager to oversee daily restaurant operations while coordinating weddings, private functions and corporate events.
Main duties and responsibilities:
Managing restaurant service across all trading periods
Leading and motivating the FOH team
Coordinating weddings, private events & corporate functions
Creating staff rotas and controlling labour costs
Working closely with the Head Chef for seamless service
Handling guest feedback and ensuring high satisfaction
Driving upselling, event revenue and repeat business
Maintaining licensing, H&S and compliance standards
Essential criteria:
Proven experience as a Restaurant or Events Manager
Strong leadership and organisational skills
Experience running weddings and private functions
Commercial awareness and cost control experience
Flexible to work evenings and weekends
Must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to own transport
Important Notes:
1. Applications should be made by email.
2. Applications should be in Word format only and in ENGLISH!
3. DDH Recruitment Ltd does not charge work seekers for its services.
4. All workers will be subject to UK taxation.
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