St Andrews Bay Clubhouse & Grill Manager

Fairmont St Andrews are looking for an ambitious and passionate Restaurant Manager to take the lead at one of the most exciting F&B outlets. This a restaurant with two very different personalities and you’ll be at the heart of both. By day, it’s a golfer’s paradise. Great food, relaxed hospitality and the perfect place to refuel before or after a round on our championship courses. By night the restaurant comes alive as an award-winning AA Rosette Steak and Seafood destination, showcasing local quality produce and exceptional service. We’re looking for someone who can lead both sides of the experience and create a restaurant that guests want to return to, whether they're here for their first tee time or their final course. What you will be doing: As Restaurant Manager, you’ll take ownership of the day-to-day operation, leading your team to deliver outstanding service across a unique and varied operation. You’ll be visible, hands-on and guest-focused, working alongside your team to ensure every service runs seamlessly. Reporting to the Director of F&B and the Director of Golf & Estates, you’ll: - Lead, motivate and develop the restaurant team - Ensure Fairmont and AA Rosette standards are consistently delivered - Create memorable experiences for golfers, hotel guests and local diners - Anticipate guest needs and deliver warm, personalised service - Manage rotas, staffing, training and team development - Drive Food & Beverage sales and team incentives - Manage stock, purchasing and operational costs alongside the F&B Controller - Monitor guest feedback and confidently resolve any issues - Take ownership of the restaurant’s P&L, forecasting and financial performance - Work closely with the kitchen and wider resort teams to deliver an exceptional experience About You We’re looking for a natural hospitality leader who enjoys variety, thrives in a busy environment and understands that exceptional service is all about the details. You’ll bring: - Previous restaurant or F&B management experience preferably in a five-star environment - A genuine passion for food, drink and exceptional service - Strong leadership and people development skills - Commercial awareness and confidence with financial targets - Excellent organisation and attention to detail - A hands-on, positive approach and the ability to adapt to changing business levels