Restaurant Duty Manager

Kick It Out; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier sports club in Leicester seeks a Training Ground Restaurant Duty Manager to oversee operations, ensuring a high standard of guest experience and nutrition alignment. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of managerial experience in a premium setting, with a commitment to professionalism and detail. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits package, and the opportunity to contribute to the club’s mission of excellence.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Free onsite parking

Subsidised staff restaurants

Up to 33 days of annual leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years in a managerial role in premium hospitality or private members’ club.
• Experience with high-profile clients or in a sports performance setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all front-of-house operations and ensure smooth service.
• Build strong relationships with players and staff.
• Maintain hygiene and food safety standards.

Skills

Professionalism

Attention to detail

Proactive problem solving

Passion for nutrition and wellness

Education

Level 2 or 3 Food Safety & Hygiene Certification

Job description

Kickstart your career Leicester City Football Club as our Training Ground Restaurant Duty Manager!

Contract Type: Permanent

Do you have the drive and passion to make a real impact at Leicester City Football Club?

About The Role & Who We’re Scouting

• Oversee all front-of-house operations including dining room setup, service flow, and guest relations.
• Ensure smooth and timely service aligned with training schedules and nutrition plans.
• Maintain an immaculate, welcoming, and professional dining environment at all times.

Team Management

• Recruit, train, supervise, and schedule restaurant colleagues including servers.
• Foster a culture of excellence, teamwork, and discreet service.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and service training.
• Work with colleagues to identify opportunities to support and/or develop the diversity and inclusion within the team and wider Club.

Client & Guest Experience

• Build strong relationships with players, staff, and VIP guests whilst balancing the utmost professionalism with welcoming relaxed service.
• Handle special dietary needs and individual preferences.
• Ensuring feedback is addressed promptly, positively and standards are continuously improved.

Collaboration with Nutrition and Kitchen Teams

• Coordinate closely with performance nutritionists and executive chefs to align food service with nutritional protocols.
• Create a seamless transition from kitchen to counter with FOH and BOH teams working in tandem and supporting each other.
• Support the execution of player-specific meal plans and performance-focused menus.

Compliance and Standards

• Maintain rigorous hygiene, food safety, and cleanliness standards throughout the front of house service areas in accordance with UK Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations and as befits an elite dining experience.

Inventory & Cost Control

• Oversee FOH inventory (beverages, linen, service ware).
• Assist with budgeting, ordering, and stock rotation.
• Monitor and control FOH costs while maintaining premium service standards.

If you're excited about making a difference and contributing to the Club’s success, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Ideal Candidate & Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years in a managerial role in a premium hospitality or private members’ club environment.
• Experience working with high-profile clients, athletes, or within a sports performance setting is preferred.
• Level 2 or 3 Food Safety & Hygiene Certification.
• Impeccable professionalism, discretion, and service ethos.
• Attention to detail and proactive problem‑solving.
• Passion for nutrition and wellness in a high‑performance setting.

About The Club

Leicester City Football Club has a rich and proud history – we’re more than just a football club; we’re a community. Formed in 1884, we’ve achieved incredible milestones, including becoming Premier League champions in 2016 and winning the FA Cup in 2021.

Our commitment to the local community, fans, and world‑class experiences extends beyond the pitch. With the opening of our new state‑of‑the‑art training ground in 2021, we continue to invest in our growth and success. Our team at Leicester City is more than just colleagues – we invite you to join our Club and experience the exciting opportunities of a life in the football industry!

Benefits Package

Our people are the lifeblood of the Club, and we feel should be rewarded as such – we offer a competitive salary, pension scheme and life assurance for all permanent employees. You’ll enjoy free onsite parking, access to our subsidised staff restaurants and up to 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) amongst a host of other great employee benefits!

Diversity and Inclusion

Leicester City Football Club believes that football is for all, and we are committed to Diversity and Inclusion, where valuing the individual is our highest priority. We are working to see equality across all areas of the Club and welcome applications from all areas of the community.

Recruitment Process Support

If you have any requirements in regard to the recruitment process, please let us know; we are happy to support your needs.

Next Steps

We’ll be reviewing applications as and when they are submitted and invite shortlisted candidates for interviews, so don’t wait – if you think this role sounds like the right fit, apply today! We’re excited to hear from you and can’t wait to see how you’ll help us reach new heights!