Restaurant Manager
£40,000 - £45,000 plus gratuities
Refined high street dining
Haywards Heath
A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Restaurant Manager to take ownership of a much-loved local restaurant in Haywards Heath.
This is a relaxed, friendly high-street restaurant built around great food, genuine hospitality and a strong connection with the local community. The focus is on quality, using the finest local producers for meat, vegetables and wine, alongside warm, familiar service that makes guests want to come back time and again.
We are looking for a Restaurant Manager who wants real ownership and autonomy. This is not a role where you will simply be following a set of procedures. You will have the freedom to put your own stamp on the operation, drive standards and make decisions that improve both the guest experience and the performance of the restaurant.
Working closely with the Head Chef and Owner, you will be at the heart of the operation, leading from the front and ensuring the restaurant delivers a consistently first-class experience for both loyal locals and new guests.
The Role
Take full ownership of the day-to-day running of the restaurant
Lead from the front, setting high standards across service and hospitality
Build strong relationships with returning local guests and new customers
Work closely with the Owner and Head Chef to develop the restaurant and its offering
Have the autonomy to make decisions and implement ideas
Lead, motivate and develop the front-of-house team
Maintain exceptional standards of service, presentation and attention to detail
Help create a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere where guests feel genuinely looked after
About You
You will come from a premium restaurant or high-end hospitality background, with a genuine passion for food, wine and exceptional service.
Most importantly, you will be someone who wants to take ownership. You will be confident making decisions, leading a team and taking responsibility for the overall guest experience. You will have a keen eye for detail and understand that great hospitality is about much more than simply delivering good service.
This is a great opportunity for a Restaurant Manager who wants to work in a friendly, independent environment with genuine autonomy, working closely with the Owner and Head Chef to shape the future of the restaurant.
If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership, have real autonomy and make a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to find out more.
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
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General Manager in Haywards Heath employer: Search
Search is an exceptional employer that values innovation and growth, offering a dynamic work culture where employees can thrive in their careers. With hybrid working options in vibrant cities like Edinburgh and London, we provide our team with the flexibility to balance work and life while enjoying competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development in the travel industry.
