This job is with Compass Group UK & Ireland, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.Job Title: Restaurant Manager (FTC 6-month maternity cover)Location: RHS Garden WisleySalary: £40,000 per annum + discretionary troncContract Type: Full-time, permanent, site based, 5 over 7 days per weekSet within 240 acres of stunning gardens, Wisley is open all year round and offers a variety of food outlets, from a busy restaurant to welcoming cafés. You'll be joining a friendly, hardworking team with a shared goal: delivering exceptional service to every visitor.As Restaurant Manager, you will take full responsibility for delivering exceptional food quality, service standards, and an outstanding guest experience, in line with Restaurant Associates' values and client expectations at RHS Garden Wisley. You will lead a customer-focused team to consistently deliver a premium dining experience.You will provide clear leadership through effective communication, coaching, and development, ensuring high standards across all areas. With full ownership of the restaurant's P&L, you will drive profitability, control costs, and maximise revenue.Using booking and reservation systems, you will manage capacity, optimise table planning, and ensure a seamless guest journey. You will also use guest feedback and performance data to support continuous improvement.Working closely with the wider team, including kitchen and senior management, you will ensure strong collaboration and contribute to initiatives that enhance the guest experience and overall business performance.Due to the location of Wisley RHS Garden it is essential that you are able to get to and from site without relying on public transport.Shifts:Shifts will vary between Monday to Sunday. Due to the nature of the business, successful candidates should be flexible and able to work evenings and weekends.The Ideal Candidate:Proven leadership experience in a high-volume or premium hospitality environment, with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop a high-performing teamStrong commercial awareness with experience managing P&L, controlling costs, and driving revenue growthConfident in using booking and reservation systems to manage capacity, optimise service flow, and enhance the guest experienceExcellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with kitchen, senior management, and wider teams to deliver consistent resultsWhat we can offer you:At Restaurant Associates, we believe in celebrating individuality and nurturing talent. As Assistant Restaurant Manager, you'll be supported by an experienced team to deliver outstanding customer service and learn a variety of new approaches. We offer a competitive benefits package, including:20 days annual leave plus bank holidays Free meals on dutyFree on-site parkingExclusive travel discountsAccess to wellness, mindfulness, and fitness classesDigital GP services for you and your familyUp to 44% off cinema ticketsContributory pension schemeCareer Pathways and MyLearning development programmes About Us:Restaurant Associates is a leading premium hospitality provider with an ethos drawn from our history of fine and high-quality dining in London and New York.Within our venues team, we provide catering and hospitality services to some of the most iconic visitor attractions and destinations in the UK including the Imperial War Museum London, Glyndebourne Opera House, Knebworth House, Design Museum, Whipsnade Zoo and many more. Within these amazing venues we operate a host of bespoke cafés and restaurants, as well as delivering private events ranging from small meetings to large-scale ground events of up to 1000 people. You can find a full list of our venues on our website.We pride ourselves on being an inclusive, diverse, fun, and dynamic place to work with opportunities to collaborate with a wide range of teams plus a commitment to putting our people first.  Restaurant Associates is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds. As a business, we are committed to sustainability led practices and are proud to have achieved 3 stars with the Sustainable Restaurant Association's Food Made Good Programme.