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Location: Multiple Locations - Dublin City Centre, Malahide, Santry, Swords, Dun Laoghaire, Dunshaughlin & Salthill
Reports To: Operations Manager
Job Type: Full-Time, Flexible Schedule
Requirements:Full clean driving licence and own transport is essential
At Gourmet Food Parlour, we pride ourselves on creating exceptional dining experiences with fresh, high-quality ingredients, a passionate team, and a welcoming atmosphere. With multiple vibrant locations across Ireland, our mission is to serve delicious, honest food while fostering a culture of excellence and community.
The Role: Relief Restaurant Manager
We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic, and ambitious Relief Restaurant Manager to support our operations across various locations. This flexible and varied role is perfect for a dynamic leader who thrives on challenge, enjoys a fast-paced environment, and is passionate about food and hospitality.
You will work closely with restaurant managers and our operations team to ensure the smooth running of our restaurants by providing cover for management absences, supporting team training, and contributing to special events and projects.
Key Responsibilities
* Operational Support: Step into management roles across locations to ensure seamless restaurant operations during periods of absence, holidays, or peak trading.
* Leadership & Team Management: Motivate, support, and lead teams in line with GFP's values and service standards. Ensure a positive, productive working environment.
* Training & Development: Support onboarding of new team members and help deliver in-house training across sites.
* Customer Experience: Maintain and enhance exceptional customer service standards; handle any customer feedback or issues with professionalism and care.
* Compliance: Ensure health & safety, HACCP, and food safety standards are consistently upheld across all locations.
* Event Support: Assist in the execution and management of private events, launches, and seasonal promotions.
* Reporting & Feedback: Communicate feedback and insights to the Operations Team to support continuous improvement and consistency across locations.
Requirements
* Minimum 2 years' experience in a restaurant management or supervisory role.
* Strong leadership, communication, and people management skills.
* Ability to adapt quickly to different teams and restaurant environments.
* Full, clean driver's license and access to reliable transport.
* Availability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and evenings.
* A passion for hospitality, food, and delivering top-quality customer service.
* Knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and general compliance regulations.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary package
* Opportunities for career progression within a growing company
* Continuous training and development
* A supportive, passionate, and energetic team culture
* Staff discounts and company perks
Ready to Join Us?
If you're a confident leader with a passion for hospitality and love the idea of working across a range of diverse and exciting venues, we'd love to hear from you!
* Apply now and become part of the Gourmet Food Parlour family.
* Employee assistance program
* Access to dedicated training platforms
* Discounted staff meals
* Career progression opportunities
Join us at Gourmet Food Parlour and be part of a team where your leadership and ambition will make a difference!
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