Restaurant Manager - Liesure Site - Wimborne £35kp/

Restaurant Manager - Leisure Site - Wimborne

£35,000 per annum * Alternate Weekends Off * High-Volume, Hands-On Role

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Restaurant Manager to lead our vibrant leisure-site restaurant in Wimborne. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a fast-paced, high-volume operation and shape a strong, motivated team.

This role is not suitable for Assistant Managers looking for a step up - proven Restaurant Manager experience is essential.

Key Details

• Salary: £35,000 per annum
• Hours/Pattern: Includes alternate weekends off
• Location: Wimborne
• Environment: High-volume restaurant (approx. 200 covers daily, rising to 300 in warmer months)
• Operational Scope: Front of House and kitchen oversight
• Sector: Leisure site

About the Role

As Restaurant Manager, you will be a hands-on, operational leader with the ability to deliver outstanding guest experiences while maintaining smooth day-to-day running of the restaurant.

You'll oversee both Front of House and kitchen operations, ensuring service excellence, strong communication, and a positive, collaborative team culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and inspire a diverse restaurant team
• Oversee high-volume service with consistent quality
• Ensure smooth coordination between FOH and kitchen teams
• Maintain exceptional standards of service, cleanliness, and safety
• Manage rota planning, stock control, ordering, and daily operations
• Handle guest feedback and ensure service improvements where needed
• Develop and nurture team members, supporting their growth and performance

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager (essential)
• Strong operational background with confidence managing both FOH and kitchen
• Comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced environment
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• A hands-on leader who leads by example
• Ability to build a strong, engaged, and motivated team

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