Restaurant Manager - Winter Garden & Loggia in Crieff

Be part of the Family. We’re a family business through and through – family owned since 1868, family run and with a warm family welcome for guests and team alike. Our seven hotels are unique and set in three stunning Scottish locations. Some are big, some are small, but all offer fantastic food and drink, cozy beds and a wealth of things to do. Crieff Hydro is in the heart of Scotland, on a 900 acre estate in Perthshire, with 215 hotel bedrooms, 55 self-catering lodges, 6 restaurants and over 60 onsite activities including a spa, leisure centre and horse-riding centre.

As a Restaurant Manager, you’ll be responsible for the overall running of our Winter Garden & Loggia outlets within the hotel. Responsibilities will vary between lunch and dinner service in busy periods, so a degree of flexibility is essential. You’ll lead with a focus on seasonality, provenance, concepts and creativity to provide a memorable guest experience. You will play a key role in developing, enhancing and delivering our Afternoon Tea service, ensuring a first-class experience for our guests.

You’ll coach and develop your team on quality standards and exceptional customer service. You’ll be approachable and creative, creating an environment that welcomes and cares for everyone – staff and guests alike. We’re committed to the development of our team and you’ll contribute by demonstrating a passion for continuous improvement.

You’ll be committed to delivering and exceeding commercial measures and KPI targets for the Food and Beverage department, identifying opportunities to maximise profitability. You will oversee budget controls, security procedures, recruitment and rota planning. Underlying all of this, you’ll ensure all departments within your venue operate in a way that is compliant with health and safety requirements.

• Experience of managing a large team within the hospitality industry.
• Leadership – an inspirational manager who is approachable and comfortable with conflict.
• Organisation – keen eye for detail to support the General Manager and Food and Beverage team in implementing new products and processes.
• Team focus – proven skills in coaching a team to be the best they can be.
• Ideas and openness – openness to trying new approaches and staying on top of food and customer service trends.

What You’ll Get From Us:

• Live-in accommodation – affordable housing with bills included may be available. Availability and rates can be discussed at interview.
• Exclusive discounts – access to leisure membership for you and a partner, 30% off retail, 50% off food and drinks, and reduced rates on hotel activities.
• Team rate hotel stays – discounted stays at all of our hotels from just £30 per night.
• Refer a friend bonus – earn up to £250-£500 for each successful referral.
• Guest mention rewards – £5 for each positive guest mention in a review.
• Friendly and supportive team – a fun, welcoming environment where well-being is a priority.
• Career progression – seven hotels and multiple departments provide opportunities to grow and explore.
• Wellbeing support – 24/7 confidential support via the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme.
• Team events and annual staff party – celebrations throughout the year and a legendary annual staff party.

Please note: This opportunity does not qualify for sponsorship. To be considered for this role, you must have the right to work in the UK.