From a big plate of full traditional breakfast to a quick sandwich or our mouth-watering rotisserie chicken, you'll find plenty of tasty choice on the Sports Café menu. We're open from breakfast through to midnight and this is a busy, popular venue with the big games being streamed live onto our screens.RESTAURANT MANAGER | Circa €66,600 per annum plus 12% bonusThis job is all about performance and reputation and the stage is yours to firmly focus on guest satisfaction whilst keeping a watchful eye on the restaurant budget and tackling daily operational challenges head on. Make it work and Sports Café will deliver those amazing memories we promise our guests, in style.We believe that great service is infectious which is why you're engaging and inspiring leadership style is extremely important to us. We'll also expect a commitment to developing your team, ensuring they feel confident and always fully prepared to be as helpful as possible to colleagues and guests, achieving their own work and life goals in the process. And although people will be at the top of your agenda, you should be confident with numbers and have great analytical and problem-solving skills.You will support with facilitating and developing a culture that promotes and encourages the general wellbeing, motivation and morale of your team, whilst ensuring effective performance management strategies are in place and your team are actively contributing towards this.HOURS OF WORKWorking straight shifts, you will be contracted to work 160 hours per 4-week period on a flexible basis. This means that your days and hours of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each period.As our village is open 365 days of the year, your working hours will include weekends, public / bank holidays and during Christmas and / or New Year on a rota basis.Experience, Skills & QualificationsEssential requirements:Proven track record in leading a team, including strong influencing skillsStrong financial awareness – with responsibility for financial delivery and business -planningA good level of computer literacy and analytical skillsPrevious experience in a large organisation with full management responsibility Experience in training and developing a teamHave a motivational approach towards colleagues and work Empathetic and supportive approach to leading a team Able to coach individuals to be accountable for their own performanceAbout The BenefitsCenter Parcs is a fantastic place to work, and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique. Here are just a few:Management Bonus SchemePension Scheme with Life AssuranceColleague Recognition and Reward Scheme – offering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchersFree use of our leisure facilitiesDiscounted Center Parcs breaks20% discount in our restaurant and retail outletsAccess to Perks at Work Portal - offering a wide range of retail and leisure discountsAn Employee Assistance Program - providing support on financial, health and legal mattersExcellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualificationsIf this sounds like your ideal job, then we'd love to see your application.Closing date: 12th February 2026Interviews to be held: OngoingPlease note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.Follow us - Facebook | LinkedInAt Center Parcs, everyone's welcome.We recognise that we're all at our best when we're being ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging. We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience. Please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.