Business Development Manager

Welcome to GOLDSTAR CHEFS, the UK's main recruitment hub for international themed establishments seeking high calibre international hospitality professionals from around the world as well as within the UK. The UK is probably the world's biggest and most advanced global cuisine market and an attractive jobs market for International Chefs and Hospitality Managers.

As a reputed hospitality recruiter and government authorised migration specialist, we are enabling talented professionals like you to be hired within the UK's diverse hospitality industry sectors. We represent stable, reputed and principled employers who abide by high standards of employment practices and ethics. A Goldstar Chefs associated employer offers higher salary, long term stability, professional growth as well as exceptional employee care and wellbeing.

The position is offered within one of Edinburgh’s newest and most vibrant dining destinations, known for premium grills, bold flavours, and a lively, welcoming atmosphere. The restaurant brings guests a true taste of freshly grilled perfection, with dishes crafted using the finest ingredients and infused with its signature style. Warm, festive, and beautifully presented, the venue is designed to create memorable experiences for families, friends, and food lovers alike.

The team is looking for a committed hospitality professional who thrives in energetic environments and takes pride in delivering high-quality service. This is an opportunity to help lead and elevate a restaurant already becoming a standout hotspot in the city.

• Position: Business Development Manager
• Employer: Fine Dining Indian Restaurant
• Location: Edinburgh
• Gross OTE salary package: £35,000 to £40,000 per annum (incl. share of service charge + targeted bonus)
• Weekly working hours/days: 30 - 35 hours within 5 / 6 days
• Benefits & Entitlements: 28 days paid holiday (pro rata), incentives, employer’s workplace pension, employee care and wellbeing support + more

• Your role involves developing and delivering strategies to grow the restaurant’s business.
• Identifying and securing new clients and contracts (Corporate, Catering, private dining).
• Developing partnerships with local businesses and community organisations.
• Managing marketing and promotional campaigns, including digital and social media.
• Analyzing market trends and competitor activity.
• Preparing sales and performance reports.
• Supporting management with initiatives to increase revenue and customer engagement.

• Eligibility to live and work in the UK.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, or a related field.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Experience in managing cross-functional teams and collaborating with internal stakeholders.
• Previous experience of at least 3 years in this role + minimum 5 years of prior experience in escalating job roles.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing growth strategies.
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Resident within commutable distance of up to one hour.

• Performance, achievement and results driven.
• Leadership qualities.
• Time Management.
• Have an eye for detail.
• Creative, energetic and passionate about delivering culinary excellence.
• A hardworking, fastidious and conscientious individual.
• Fast paced and able to work at speed and under pressure.

Boost your chances of being shortlisted by sending a video demo of your skills, photos of dishes you specialise in and/or have created, Instagram link (if available), menus you have worked on, plus any commendations and references to hand.

Prospective employers may ask for proof of right to work in the UK (e.g., passport copy or other eligible evidence) to be sent by email or post before calling you for an onsite interview. If you cannot or will not provide in advance your application may be rejected. You must produce evidence in original form at the time of interview.

Kindly note relevant fees/charges relating to UKVI Skilled Worker Sponsorship are borne by you (including travel to the UK) (employer pays relevant UKVI sponsor fees). If you are eligible for the post and agree to the aforementioned in principle, we will send you full details and related costs of UK employment and visa formalities.

UKVI Skilled Workers visa leads to eligibility for settlement in the UK after 5 years. Plus, your spouse/family can also enter and reside with you on a dependent visa whilst in the UK. Please note this is in accordance with UKVI Skilled Workers immigration rules at the time of posting this ad.

Goldstar Chefs do NOT ask for upfront payment for shortlisting your CV for this vacancy.

Due to expected volume of responses we are unable to deal with phone inquiries so please do not call, we will contact you if shortlisted.

Goldstar Chefs are a nationwide recruitment organisation serving the UK's hospitality industry. We are also a UK government (IAA) regulated immigration adviser with specialist expertise in dealing with UKVI Skilled Workers sponsorship formalities for both employees and employers. Goldstar Chefs are a Corporate Member of The Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC).