Restaurant Manager

Job description

Restaurant Manager – Donegal – Prestigious Golf Club

Our client, a prestigious and long-established golf club in Donegal, is currently recruiting a skilled Restaurant Manager to lead their front-of-house operations. This is an excellent opportunity to oversee a high-quality Food & Beverage offering in a professional and welcoming environment.

The successful Restaurant Manager will ensure smooth daily operations, outstanding guest experiences, and a high-performing team, while meeting service and budget goals.

Job Title: Restaurant Manager
Location: Donegal
Contract: Full-time, permanent

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily restaurant and bar operations to deliver a consistent, premium service
• Ensure high customer service standards across all F&B activities
• Collaborate with the Head Chef to develop menus based on quality, seasonality, and member feedback
• Drive F&B sales through strategic menu planning and upselling
• Lead and train front-of-house staff to uphold service excellence
• Foster a supportive, well-trained team environment with ongoing development
• Maintain full compliance with HACCP and health & safety regulations
• Resolve customer issues professionally and promptly
• Manage inventory and stock levels to meet service demands and reduce waste
• Monitor staffing and operational costs to meet budgetary targets
• Prepare regular reports on sales, stock, and team performance
• Coordinate with kitchen and other departments to ensure efficient service
• Support events and functions to meet expected food and service quality
• Manage POS and reservation systems accurately
• Identify service improvements and operational efficiencies

Candidate Requirements:

• 2-3 years’ experience in a Food & Beverage or hospitality leadership role
• Strong understanding of hospitality service, menu development, and F&B trends
• HACCP certification or equivalent food safety training preferred
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
• Budget management and cost control experience
• Committed to delivering exceptional customer service
• Highly organised with strong communication abilities

What’s on Offer:

• Supportive and professional working environment within a top-tier golf club
• Autonomy to shape and develop the F&B experience
• Meals provided while on duty
• Staff discounts in the Pro Shop
• Complimentary rounds of golf