Restaurant Team Leader

Front of House Team Leader – The Oak at Curthwaite

Salary: £28,500 per year
Job type: Full-time
Work location: In person

The Oak at Curthwaite is looking for an energetic and motivated Front of House Team Leader to lead our friendly restaurant and bar team.

This is a hands-on role overseeing day-to-day front-of-house operations and ensuring every guest receives attentive service and a warm welcome. You’ll support and inspire the team, maintain high service standards and work closely with the kitchen to deliver a smooth and enjoyable dining experience.

This role would suit someone with previous supervisory experience, or an experienced waiter or waitress looking to take the next step into a team leadership role.

Working Pattern

This is a full-time position, with shifts mainly worked across Friday, Saturday and Sunday and Monday to Thursday off, offering an excellent work-life balance within the hospitality industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily front-of-house, restaurant and bar operations.
• Lead, support and motivate the team to provide outstanding hospitality.
• Coordinate with the kitchen to ensure timely, accurate and consistent food service.
• Organise staff schedules, delegate duties and monitor team performance.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety and hygiene.
• Train and support new team members in table service, bar work and hospitality procedures.
• Manage guest enquiries and resolve concerns promptly and professionally.
• Ensure the restaurant and bar are prepared for service and remain welcoming throughout each shift.
• Help create a memorable experience for every guest.

Skills and Experience

• Experience in a busy restaurant, pub or hospitality environment, either as a supervisor or as an experienced waiter or waitress ready to progress.
• Experience in table service and bar work.
• A good understanding of restaurant operations and service standards.
• Leadership skills, or the confidence and enthusiasm to develop them.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and responsible food-handling practices.
• Excellent communication and customer-service skills.
• A friendly, professional and hands-on approach.
• Barista experience would be an advantage but is not essential.

Benefits

• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• On-site parking

Join the team at The Oak at Curthwaite and become part of a welcoming venue committed to excellent food, genuine hospitality and memorable guest experiences. If you are passionate about hospitality, ready to lead a team and thrive in a lively restaurant environment, we would love to hear from you.

Pay: £28,500.00 per year

Work Location: In person