Restaurant Manager – Luxury 5★ Country Hotel & Restaurant | Competitive + Bonus + Benefits

Location: Ascot, Berkshire
Contract: Permanent | Full-time
Salary: Up to £50k, plus management bonus & excellent benefits

About the Property

Set within 240 acres of beautiful parkland near Ascot, this five-star country estate combines elegant luxury with relaxed countryside charm. At its heart is a celebrated restaurant and bar that offers brasserie-style comfort dining in a rustic yet refined setting — a place where guests can unwind, enjoy great food, and feel at home.

This venue is part of a globally recognised luxury hotel group, known for its timeless style, world-class hospitality, and people-first culture.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead this flagship casual dining outlet and inspire its talented team. This is a rare opportunity to bring your leadership, personality, and operational expertise to a restaurant celebrated for its warm, effortless service and quality seasonal cooking.

You’ll oversee the day-to-day running of the restaurant, manage a motivated front-of-house team, and work closely with the kitchen to ensure every guest experience feels relaxed, seamless, and unforgettable.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, motivate, and develop a passionate front-of-house team
Be a visible, hands-on presence on the floor and bar during service
Collaborate closely with the Head Chef to align front and back of house
Manage budgets, payroll, and P&L with commercial awareness
Oversee breakfast, lunch, and dinner services to consistent five-star standards
Drive innovation through new concepts and menu development
Host and manage private events and functions
Maintain luxury service standards while nurturing a positive team culture
Provide mentoring, daily briefings, and ongoing team development

About You

Proven leadership experience in a luxury or five-star environment
A genuine passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences
Strong financial and operational management skills
Excellent communication and people leadership abilities
A hands-on, service-led approach with an eye for detail
Professional, polished, and calm under pressure

What’s on Offer

Up to £50k salary plus management bonus
Complimentary stays and dining benefits across sister properties
50% discount on food and beverage in selected venues
Pension scheme and life assurance from day one
Private healthcare and wellbeing support
Complimentary meals on duty and uniform laundry
Cycle-to-work scheme and retail discounts with 800+ partners
Employee recognition, awards, and incentive programs
Tailored learning and development through in-house academy programs

Apply Now

If you’re a dynamic hospitality leader with the confidence to deliver exceptional service in a relaxed fine-dining environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Please contact Jonny at jonny@knekthub.com or call 0161 528 5555 for more information.