Restaurant Manager

Job Introduction

Restaurant Manager

• Royal Academy of Arts – Keeper’s House Piccadilly, London W1J 0BD,

• up to £40,000 + excellent benefits

• 40hrs pw Tuesday - Saturday

Job Introduction

At Sodexo Live!, we craft unforgettable moments. Keepers House is a unique, members-only venue where guests expect premium, personalised service. As Keepers House Restaurant Manager , you will lead the front-of-house team to deliver flawless hospitality, combining José Pizarro’s passion for authentic Spanish cuisine with the warmth and sophistication that defines the venue.

You’ll be the face of the brand, inspiring your team, delighting members, and ensuring operational excellence at every level. This is a chance to work in a prestigious London landmark where culture, cuisine, and service converge.

This amazing oppportunity will suit an experienced hospitality professional who thrives in a premium, members-only environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional, personalised service. It is ideal for a hands-on leader with strong team management skills, a calm and solution-focused approach under pressure, and a genuine passion for creating memorable dining experiences. The perfect candidate will be motivated by maintaining high standards, developing a talented team, and taking pride in representing a prestigious London venue where culture, cuisine, and service excellence meet.

Join a team that values people, creativity, and excellence. For Sodexo Live! at Keepers House, you’ll work in a prestigious London landmark, shaping experiences that blend art, culture, and hospitality.

What You'll Do:

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing FOH team, ensuring professionalism and passion shine through every service.

• Create a warm, exclusive, and attentive atmosphere tailored to members, handling feedback with discretion and efficiency.

• Oversee daily operations, including staffing rotas, shift planning, stock management, and cashing up.

• Maintain the highest standards of health, safety, hygiene, and licensing compliance.

• Support budget management and profitability, monitoring KPIs and identifying opportunities to enhance the member experience.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with members, clients, and internal stakeholders, representing the venue with confidence.

For a full list of responsibilities please read the attached job description

What You Bring:

• 3+ years experience in senior restaurant or hospitality management, ideally in premium or multi-venue settings.

• Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to motivate diverse teams.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, polished and discreet.

• A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to solve problems calmly under pressure.

• Passion for hospitality, service excellence, and creating memorable experiences.

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo Live! is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.

• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.

• Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.

• The Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.

• Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.

• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Retirement Plan

• A Death-in-Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by us

• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.

• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.

• Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.

• Flexible and dynamic work environment

Ready to be part of something greater?