We are seeking to hire Restaurant Manager to join our team in the City of London for our new restaurant, The Cardinal. Reporting to the General Manager - Restaurant, the ideal candidate will be responsible the effective management of all staff whilst maintaining the courteous and efficient service of Food and Beverage to guests in accordance with prescribed hotel policies and procedures.

About us

The Cardinal is a friendly neighbourhood restaurant and bar located in London’s City Centre neighbourhood. We are intensely passionate about the revival of a proper gathering place. Our recipe is simple: great drinks, delicious food, warm hospitality, and a convivial space, all without pretence. Our goal is virtuosity. To do the common, uncommonly well. We take a great deal of pride in our offerings and want to provide the best possible experience for our guests.

Destined to be a gathering place for neighbourhood locals, tourists, foodies and revel rousers, The Cardinal will evoke a spirit of comfort and camaraderie. The service will be informal, attentive, friendly, knowledgeable and hospitable.

This is a full-time position and is based on-site at the hotel.

Position: Restaurant Manager

As a Restaurant Manager, you will be responsible to plan, organise, direct, and coordinate the team to achieve well-prepared, and profitable service of food and beverages. You will be responsible to support the General Manager - Restaurant into overseeing day-to-day restaurant operations and managing the front-of-house team.

About the job

To maintain the highest guest service focus by approaching your job with the guests always in mind.
To have a positive impact, taking personal responsibility and initiative to resolve issues, always clearly communicating with both guests and colleagues.
To be motivated and committed, approaching all tasks with enthusiasm and seizing opportunities to learn new skills or knowledge in order to improve your personal performance.
To be flexible, responding quickly and positively to changing requirements including the performance of any tasks required of you.
To maintain high team focus by showing cooperation and support to colleagues in the pursuit of team goals.
To contribute ideas and suggestions to enhance operational/environmental procedures in the Hotel.
To actively promote the services and facilities of Hotel Saint London.
To perform all duties and responsibilities in a manner that ensures your safety and that of others in your workplace.

About you

Proven experience in supervisory/management experience in a similar type of establishment
Effective leadership experience

Key requirements

Excellent communicator at all levels
Excellent customer care skills
Excellent organisational and administrative skills
Friendly, approachable and professional
Excellent multi-tasking skills

Benefits

Great work-life balance
Discounts in Highgate Hotels worldwide
Private pension
Employee Assistance Program available
Complimentary meals on duty
Career development opportunities