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Hospitality excellence is brought to life by our people every day. We embrace our responsibility to our people, our communities, and our planet. While the services we provide, and the industries we serve, are extensive, we never waver from our people-first approach.\n Boiler House Restaurant (Opening Mid-January 2026)\nWe have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead the launch and ongoing success of the Boiler House Restaurant, opening in mid-January 2026.\nWe are seeking an inspirational and commercially focused hospitality leader to take full responsibility for the operation of this brand-new restaurant. This is a unique opportunity to build a high-performing team, shape the guest experience from day one, and establish the Boiler House Restaurant as a leading dining destination.\nAs Restaurant Manager, you will be accountable for all aspects of the restaurant's performance, including guest satisfaction, financial results, operational excellence, team development, compliance, and continuous improvement. You will lead from the front, creating a culture of exceptional hospitality while ensuring the business delivers against its operational and commercial objectives.\nIf you are an experienced Restaurant Manager or an ambitious hospitality professional ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.\nWhat's in It for You?\n Salary: £42,000 per annum (dependent on experience).\n40 hours per week, working 5 days out of 7.\nPension scheme and life assurance.\nGenerous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service, plus the option to purchase additional holiday.\nEmployee benefits platform with online GP access and discounts at hundreds of retailers.\n24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.\nAccess to Mental Health Champions.\nFree meal whilst on duty.\nFree gym membership.\nKey Responsibilities\nLead and manage the day-to-day operation of the restaurant.\nDeliver exceptional customer service and create memorable guest experiences.\nRecruit, train, develop and retain a high-performing team.\nManage labour, food and operating costs to achieve financial targets.\nDrive sales growth and maximise profitability through effective operational management.\nEnsure waste management processes are implemented and continuously reviewed.\nMaintain pricing, promotional activity and menu standards in line with business objectives.\nOversee stock control, ordering and inventory management.\nEnsure full compliance with food safety, health and safety, and company procedures.\nAnalyse business performance and implement action plans to drive continuous improvement.\nAct as the lead ambassador for the restaurant, promoting a positive culture and strong team engagement.\n Previous Restaurant Manager, Deputy Manager or Senior Hospitality Management experience within a high-volume restaurant, catering or hospitality environment.\nProven ability to lead, motivate and develop teams.\nStrong commercial awareness and financial management experience.\nExcellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.\nExperience managing labour costs, food costs and operational budgets.\nA genuine passion for hospitality and customer service excellence.\nAbility to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.\nExperience opening a new restaurant or hospitality venue would be highly advantageous.\nA flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends.\n At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.\nAs a proud Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.\nWe are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. 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