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Agency: Paul & Mathew Hospitality Limited, Turriff, Scotland

Location: United Kingdom

Salary/Rate: £30,000 – £32,500 / year

Front of House Manager (Visa Sponsorship Available). We are seeking a vibrant and experienced Front-of-House Manager to lead our hospitality team and deliver great customer service in a fast‑paced restaurant setting. The successful candidate will have excellent management skills, a love for food and beverage service, and a solid track record in restaurant operations. This position is responsible for managing day‑to‑day front‑of‑house operations, supervising personnel, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations, and creating a pleasant environment for customers. Previous casual dining, fine dining, or hotel management experience is a big plus. The Front of House Manager will be instrumental in driving operational excellence and cultivating a pleasant team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate front‑of‑house workers to ensure efficient service delivery
• Maintain food preparation, presentation, and service standards to satisfy quality expectations
• Operate POS systems for order processing & cash handling
• Train personnel in food safety, customer service, and operational procedures
• Manage inventory control and support food management to reduce waste and control expenses
• Respond to guest enquiries, complaints, and feedback in a professional manner to improve guest satisfaction
• Oversee shift management to ensure adequate staffing during peak periods
• Maintain the cleanliness of the dining space and the orderly appearance in accordance with health standards
• Assist with hiring, interviewing, and onboarding of new team members
• Work with Kitchen Management on food preparation, catering, and banquet events, and bar services
• Adhere to all food safety requirements and sanitation protocols in all front‑of‑house operations
• Assist in budgeting and tracking operating costs connected to the front‑of‑house

Certifications:

• Demonstrated experience in managing restaurants or hospitality management positions, ideally in casual dining or fine dining settings
• Proven leadership skills with experience in staff training & development, supervision and team management
• Experience with Aloha POS and Micros POS is a plus. Must have cash‑handling experience
• Food safety regulations and food handling procedures knowledge
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to address issues in an effective manner
• Experience in inventory control, food manufacturing, catering, and banquet services preferred
• Ability to manage shift patterns effectively whilst delivering high standards of service
• Previous experience in a kitchen or culinary operation is helpful, but not required
• Strong communication skills, ability to interview, teach, inspire personnel, and encourage teamwork
• Hospitality and/or hotel experience a plus; culinary and/or food sector experience a plus

This role is an opportunity to lead a devoted team in a fast‑paced hospitality environment. We are looking for enthusiastic experts dedicated to excellence in food service management.

Job Type: Full Time

Advantages:

• Company retirement fund
• Staff discount
• Free parking

Location of Work: In Person

How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application through our official career portal.