Restaurant & Bar Manager

Hand Picked Hotels

Restaurant and Bar Manager – Rhinefield House Hotel
Location:
Brockenhurst, Hampshire, SO42 7QB

Salary:
Starting at £41,038 per annum + service charge + excellent colleague benefits
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent | 5 days out of 7

Come and join our Team...

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Restaurant and Bar Manager at Rhinefield House Hotel, part of Hand Picked Hotels.

Nestled deep in the heart of the enchanting New Forest, Rhinefield House Hotel offers a truly unique place to build your hospitality career. This majestic former hunting lodge blends timeless elegance with modern luxury, creating a workplace as inspiring as it is welcoming. From grand oak-panelled halls and glittering chandeliers to the ornate Armada Restaurant, every space tells a story—and as part of our team, you’ll help bring those stories to life for our guests.

Working with us means being part of a passionate, professional, and supportive team dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences. You’ll play a key role in creating unforgettable stays—whether guests come for relaxation, celebration, fine dining, or simply to immerse themselves in the beauty of the New Forest. With luxurious bedrooms, indulgent spa experiences, and breathtaking surroundings, Rhinefield House is a place where your commitment to outstanding service truly makes an impact.

If you’re enthusiastic, guest-focused, and excited to grow within a stunning heritage setting, Rhinefield House Hotel offers the perfect opportunity to develop your skills and thrive in your hospitality career.

As a member of our team, you will help create unforgettable moments for guests as they explore our tranquil parkland, celebrate special events, and enjoy our personalised service, with an emphasis on service excellence & consistency.

If you’re passionate about hospitality, thrive in a supportive environment, and enjoy making a real difference to someone’s stay, Rhinefield House Hotel offers an inspiring place to grow your career.

This role will be responsible for managing the Bar, Lounge, Terrace, conservatory restaurant and a small room service operation, ensuring that the Team consistently delivers exceptional service, putting the guest at the heart of all activities.

You will be leading the team in the effective delivery of department goals, planning and organising work activities, seeking to continuously improve ways of working and engaging the team to do the same.

Maintaining a safe, healthy and secure workplace environment, following all work protocols and engaging the team with training and upsell initiatives.

Building effective relationships to create a positive learning environment will be a key requirement to ensure the success of the department and team.

Making clear, confident decisions, will be second nature to you, consulting with others where needed ensuring you all reach the same goals. Able to work closely with the Conservatory Head Chef to develop and elevate the Conservatory offering, service and overall guest experience.

Commercially aware, with a good understanding of labour, stock, revenue and cost control.

Most of all we will want you to be inspired, have fun and enjoy being part of our Passionate Hand Picked Team.

This is a full-time role working 5 days out of 7 including weekends on a rota basis, 40 hours per week, which may vary depending on business.

Flexible working hours can be accommodated where possible.

• A competitive hourly rate of £41,038 per annum, plus a share of service charge.
• A welcoming, inclusive culture where long-term friendships and diversity are celebrated.
• Ongoing career development with in-house and external training, including apprenticeships and…