Restaurant Manager - The Bristol Belgrade

Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled Restaurant Manager to join our pre-opening team to oversee and direct the front of house team of the outlet. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Director of Food & Beverage and Chef to manage restaurant operations, ensuring that the high standards required by both the hotel and guests are exceeded. As a hands-on, experienced hospitality professional, you will combine the business acumen necessary for running a successful operation with the personality to be the face of the restaurant. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading and directing all aspects of restaurant operations, taking full responsibility for the front of house.
• Demonstrating authoritative leadership with the gravitas to oversee all restaurant functions.
• Bringing a wealth of experience across different outlets, driving and motivating staff to provide guests with the ultimate dining experience.
• Multitasking and organizing with excellence, ensuring smooth operations and outstanding communication.
• Being commercially astute with an understanding of financial requirements to successfully open an outlet.
• Developing the team to consistently deliver 5-star service.
• Inspiring the team to execute the restaurant vision on a day-to-day basis by leading from the front.
• Working closely with other departments to deliver a seamless and exceptional guest experience.
• Handling guest feedback and resolve potential issues to enhance overall satisfaction.
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as successful Restaurant Manager within a luxury hotel.
• Previous experience in Michelin restaurants is a significant advantage.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent understanding of food and beverage trends and management.
• Have strong wine knowledge, ideally with WSET Level 2/3 certification or similar.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain high standards.
• Proficiency in F&B management software (Shiji POS) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Fluency in English is required; additional languages are a plus.

- Please note that we believe in flexibility and multi-skilling, and you may be asked to do different tasks from time to time to enable us to meet the needs of our guests and colleagues. -

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to play a key role in the exciting pre-opening phase of The Bristol Belgrade.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• The chance to establish new standards in luxury food and beverage service.