Restaurant Manager in North Leigh

Estelle Manor is a rural retreat set on an 85‑acre estate in Oxfordshire. The manor boasts four restaurants, a 3,000‑sq‑metre Roman‑inspired spa, 108 bedrooms, a gym with studios and padel courts, a children’s club and a workspace. The Brasserie, located in the precincts of the Orangery with a south‑facing terrace overlooking the estate, offers an all‑day dining experience that blends seasonal British produce with effortless elegance. From a warm morning service featuring local eggs to signature dishes such as an Oxford cheddar soufflé and beef Wellington, the menu celebrates comfort, craft and provenance.

Role Overview

As Restaurant Manager, you will be the driving force behind the daily success of The Brasserie. Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will lead from the front, inspiring and developing a high‑performing team to deliver seamless service and unforgettable guest experiences. You will own the restaurant operation, ensuring excellence across every service period, maintain consistency and energy even during peak demand, and play a key role in achieving financial targets, enhancing service standards, and fostering continuous training and development.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire and develop the front‑of‑house team to deliver consistently exceptional service.
• Ensure the smooth and efficient running of daily operations across all service periods.
• Maintain the highest standards of luxury hospitality, presentation and guest care.
• Support the delivery of financial performance, including service charge and revenue targets.
• Drive ongoing training, coaching and performance development across the team.
• Act as a key ambassador for The Brasserie, embodying its tone, values and service ethos.
• Proactively identify opportunities to enhance guest experience and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager or similar leadership role within luxury hospitality.
• Strong track record of developing teams and elevating service standards.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Confidence operating in high‑volume, high‑pressure service environments without compromising standards.
• A structured yet flexible leadership style, combining organisation with creative problem solving.
• A genuine passion for delivering outstanding guest experiences with meticulous attention to detail.
• A proactive, hands‑on approach with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

Package & Benefits

• On‑target earning potential: £47,000 per annum for a 40‑hour contract – comprised of a £35,700 base salary plus approximately £12,000 in service charge and gratuities.
• Biannual company socials and smaller social and sports groups.
• Exclusive staff rates and F&B discounts across sister properties.
• Estelleversary gifting for all employees.
• Colleague spaces stocked with food, drinks, juices, teas and coffees; food provided during shifts.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Pension, health cash plan and life assurance schemes.
• 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing with length of service.
• Colleague Forums and Sustainability Committees to help shape The Estelle Way.
• Recommend‑a‑friend bonus scheme.
• Uniform provided, cleaned, pressed; on‑site seamstresses for fitting.
• Gratuities (tips) paid pro‑rata regardless of role.