At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a passionate team to create unforgettable dining experiences in a beautiful setting.
- Company: Red Lion Restaurant at Peak Edge Hotel, known for warm hospitality and seasonal menus.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health programme, 33 days leave, and generous discounts.
- Other info: Exciting career growth opportunities with extensive training and development.
- Why this job: Join a friendly team and make a real impact on guest experiences.
- Qualifications: Passion for hospitality, leadership skills, and previous restaurant management experience.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Are you a passionate hospitality professional who loves leading teams and creating exceptional guest experiences? The Red Lion Restaurant at Peak Edge Hotel is looking for an inspiring Restaurant Manager to lead our front of house team. Set on the edge of the beautiful Peak District, the Red Lion offers a relaxed yet refined dining experience built around seasonal menus, locally sourced ingredients and genuine, warm hospitality.
Responsibilities
- Lead the day‑to‑day running of the restaurant and deliver the warm, professional hospitality the Red Lion is known for.
- Lead and motivate the front of house team to deliver exceptional service.
- Be a visible and welcoming presence on the restaurant floor.
- Ensure every guest receives a warm welcome and a memorable dining experience.
- Work closely with the Head Chef and kitchen team to deliver seamless service.
- Manage team training, development and performance.
- Oversee service standards across breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.
- Support recruitment, team organisation and daily operations.
- Maintain the relaxed yet refined atmosphere that defines the Red Lion.
Qualifications
- Genuine passion for hospitality and delivering outstanding guest experiences.
- Confident and approachable leader who can inspire and develop a team.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Personality, warmth and a positive, solutions‑focused attitude.
- Previous restaurant management or senior supervisory experience.
- Hands‑on leader who enjoys being present on the restaurant floor.
- Ability to remain calm and organised in a busy, fast‑paced environment.
Hours & Flexibility
This is a full‑time role, and the position will include evening and weekend shifts as part of a rota.
Development & Training
Hospitality offers an exciting and rewarding long‑term career, and we are passionate about supporting people who want to grow within the industry.
- WSET wine training
- Food and wine pairing knowledge
- Advanced service and guest experience training
- Coffee and barista skills
- Menu and local produce knowledge
- Leadership and management development
Benefits
- Competitive salary plus excellent gratuities
- Company health and wellbeing programme, including levels of private healthcare
- 33 days of annual leave
- Generous company discounts across our hotels and restaurants
- Free meals on duty
- Opportunities for training, development and career progression
Why join us?
- Work in a beautiful countryside setting on the edge of the Peak District
- Lead a friendly, passionate and professional team
- Be part of a business that values genuine hospitality
- Opportunities to grow, develop and progress within the company
If you are passionate about hospitality and want to lead a team that prides itself on delivering memorable guest experiences, we would love to hear from you.
Restaurant Manager employer: The Red Lion
The Red Lion Restaurant at Peak Edge Hotel is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture where genuine hospitality and team spirit thrive. Nestled on the edge of the stunning Peak District, employees enjoy a beautiful setting, competitive salary, generous benefits including health programmes and training opportunities, and a commitment to personal growth within the hospitality industry. Join us to lead a passionate team dedicated to creating memorable dining experiences in a relaxed yet refined atmosphere.
