Company Description
Fairmont St. Andrews encapsulates luxury and this experience begins and ends with our colleagues. Fairmont St Andrews is one of Scotland’s most iconic 5-star luxury hotels and resorts in the home of golf.
Our 213-bedroom property is located on the outskirts of St Andrews, boasting 2 championship golf courses and an award-winning spa and leisure facility. With multiple food and beverage venues on site, including our two AA Rosette Restaurant, St Andrews Clubhouse & Grill - serving the finest Scottish steak and seafood, we are able to offer our guests a world class experience for dining and leisure activities, right here on property.
Within 20 minutes from Leuchars Railway station and 35 minutes from Dundee, we are an easy commute from numerous Scottish destinations.
Job Description
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
Qualifications
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
Additional Information
What’s In It For You?
- Competitive salary
- Free annual night stay (permanent staff)
- Big hotel discounts for you, friends & family – plus worldwide Accor perks
- Half-price dining, spa savings & great retail discounts
- Complimentary golf & gym and discounts for Family and Friends
- Wellbeing support with VIVUP & long service rewards
- Staff events, Christmas gifts & family celebrations
- Opportunities for development and progression across the hotel and wider group
- Staff shuttle service to/from St Andrews
- Complimentary staff canteen
