Restaurant Manager

Restaurant Manager, leading projects and initiatives 

Since 2006, Hawksmoor has been the UK’s home of ethically sourced, grass-fed beef, cooked over charcoal and paired with award-winning wines and cocktails. We’re proud to be a certified B Corp, one of the industry’s most sustainable restaurant groups, and consistently recognised as one of the Best Companies to Work For.

As Restaurant Manager at Hawksmoor, you’ll own and organise the front-of-house operation, leading a large, diverse team to deliver consistently brilliant hospitality. This is a senior, hands-on role for a floor-led leader who thrives on developing people, running a busy restaurant to the highest standards, and driving impactful projects that deliver real results.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the day-to-day restaurant operation, ensuring exceptional service at every moment
• Inspire, coach and develop the front-of-house team to deliver warm, confident hospitality
• Be a visible presence on the floor, setting standards and leading by example
• Work closely with the General Manager and senior team to drive performance and results
• Own guest experience, service recovery and feedback with confidence and care
• Support recruitment, training, engagement and progression across the FOH team

Who You Are

• Experienced as a Restaurant Manager or Assistant General Manager in a quality, high-volume restaurant
• Proven experience leading service and events in high-volume, fast-paced restaurant environments.
• A natural people leader who builds motivated, high-performing teams
• Commercially aware, organised and calm under pressure
• Passionate about hospitality, food, drink and memorable guest experiences
• Values-led, collaborative and proud to run a great restaurant

Our Values

Welcome Everyone We create warm, inclusive spaces where people feel genuinely welcome.
Work Hard and Be Nice to People We set high standards and treat each other with kindness and respect.
Hit Hawksmoor Standards We care deeply about quality and consistency every day.
Keep Evolving We stay curious, open to feedback and always looking to improve.

Benefits

• Paid overtime on salaries
• Tronc paid for every hour you work, including holidays and breaks
• Free team meals on shift
• 50% off food at Hawksmoor for you and your loved ones
• Income protection and death in service cover
• Paid annual volunteer days
• Wagestream early wage access and financial wellbeing tools
• Referral bonuses from day one
• Exclusive savings on travel, shopping and experiences
• Restaurant welfare budget for snacks, drinks and support
• Full training and development with clear progression pathways

We’re building a team that reflects the richness and diversity of the communities we serve. At Hawksmoor, we welcome everyone and believe in creating a workplace where individuality is celebrated, kindness is key and high standards are met together. If this role excites you but you don’t meet every requirement, please apply anyway. You might be exactly who we’re looking for.