Restaurant Manager

Cavanagh Wealth Management; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local food management company is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager with a strong chef background to oversee three local food sites in Muir of Ord. This role involves maintaining high food standards, supporting kitchen teams, and managing operations. The ideal candidate will have proven chef experience, strong leadership abilities, and a passion for food. A basic salary of £40,000 plus performance-related bonus is offered, along with a stable, long-term role.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Long-term stability

Engaging role with influence over operations

Qualifications

• Proven chef experience, ideally at Sous Chef or Head Chef level.
• Previous experience in a management or multi‑site role is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.
• Comfortable being hands‑on in the kitchen as well as managing operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day‑to‑day operations of three local food sites.
• Support kitchen teams during service when required.
• Maintain and improve food quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Lead, motivate, and support chefs and front‑of‑house teams.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Chef experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Multi-site management

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager with a strong chef background to oversee and support multiple local food businesses in the Muir of Ord area.

This is a hands‑on leadership role, combining operational management with active kitchen support. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining high food standards, supporting teams, and driving consistency and performance across the businesses.

The Role

• Oversee the day‑to‑day operations of three local food sites
• Support kitchen teams during service when required
• Maintain and improve food quality, consistency, and presentation
• Lead, motivate, and support chefs and front‑of‑house teams
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards
• Manage stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships
• Support recruitment, training, and development of staffDrive efficiency, cost control, and continuous improvement
• Work closely with owners/senior stakeholders to support business growth

About You

• Proven chef experience, ideally at Sous Chef or Head Chef level
• Previous experience in a management or multi‑site role (highly desirable)
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Comfortable being hands‑on in the kitchen as well as managing operations
• Organised, commercially aware, and solutions‑focused
• Able to manage multiple priorities across different sites
• Passionate about food, people, and high standards

Whats on Offer

• £40,000 basic salary
• Performance‑related bonus up to £10,000 per year
• Stable, long‑term role within established local food businesses
• Varied and engaging role with real influence over operations
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact across multiple sites

Apply now or get in touch to find out more.