Restaurant Manager – Henrys Restaurant, Brighton

About Us
Henrys is a modern European restaurant located in the heart of Brighton, renowned for its warm hospitality, elegant atmosphere, and carefully curated food and wine offering. Our philosophy is simple: deliver exceptional dining experiences that keep our guests returning time and again. We pride ourselves on creating a positive and supportive team culture where our crew can thrive.

About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Restaurant Manager to lead our front-of-house team and oversee the day-to-day operations. This role is hands-on and requires a strong leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment while maintaining the highest standards of service. You will be responsible for delivering seamless dining experiences, supporting and developing your team, and ensuring smooth and efficient restaurant operations.

The Role
As Restaurant Manager, you will:

Lead, train, and mentor the FOH team to deliver exceptional service.

Oversee daily operations including reservations, service, and restaurant presentation.

Build strong relationships with guests, ensuring their expectations are exceeded.

Manage rostering, payroll, and compliance using systems such as Deputy or similar.

Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure smooth coordination between FOH and BOH.

Monitor and manage budgets, financial performance, and stock control.

Maintain compliance with workplace health, safety, and food hygiene regulations.

Handle customer feedback and resolve service issues promptly and professionally.

Drive a positive team culture with a focus on development, engagement, and retention.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Minimum 3+ years’ restaurant management experience in an a la carte environment.

Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.

Strong knowledge of hospitality operations, compliance, and industry best practices.

Exceptional guest service skills with a genuine passion for hospitality.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.

Ability to work under pressure during high-volume service periods.

Experience with financial management, rostering, and stock control.

A flexible approach to working hours – including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Tertiary qualification in Hospitality or Business (preferred but not essential).

What We Offer

Competitive salary $80,000 – $95,000 + Super

Supportive and professional working environment.

Opportunities for career growth and development.

The chance to be part of a passionate team delivering memorable dining experiences in one of Brighton’s favourite restaurants.

Join Us
If you are a dedicated hospitality professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Apply now and take the next step in your career with Henrys Restaurant.