Experienced Restaurant Manager - Full Time

Job Title: Restaurant Manager (Maternity Cover)

Location: BANK, Bristol

Contract: 18 month fixed-term (September 2025 – March 2027)

Hours: 40 hours/week

Salary: £38,000+ per year (base + tronc)

Potential: Opportunity for a permanent role

About Us: BANK is a neighbourhood restaurant located in Bristol, celebrated for our warm atmosphere, ingredient-focused fire cooking, and genuine hospitality. Our close-knit team prides itself on delivering exceptional experiences for our guests and a supportive working environment for our staff.

BANK is part of a growing independently owned restaurant group that prides itself on developing people's potential and investing in talent.

About the Role: We're looking for a confident, hands-on Restaurant Manager to join BANK, a neighbourhood restaurant in Bristol known for quality ingredients, smooth service, and warm hospitality. You'll lead the front-of-house team, oversee daily operations, and ensure consistently excellent service throughout the maternity cover contract.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and support the FOH team
Oversee daily service, rota planning, stock control, and general running of the restaurant
Drive staff training and uphold service standards
Collaborate with the Senior Management team and owners
Maintain compliance with health safety and HR processes
What We’re Looking For:

At least 2 years’ restaurant management experience
Strong communication and leadership skills
Passion for people, food, and hospitality excellence
Perks Benefits:

£38,000+ per year (base + tronc)
Annual profit share
Training budgets + time for professional development
Wine tastings supplier trips
Team socials
Staff meals + discounts
Good work-life balance
Friendly, supportive team
Route to a permanent role
Referral Bonus: Refer a successful candidate and both of you will receive a £200 gift card to spend at either of our restaurants
To Apply: Please email your CV and cover letter to dan@bankbristol.com

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who meet the role requirem

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 18 months

Pay: From £38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Profit sharing Read more