Restaurant Manager

Restaurant Manager – Proby's Kitchen, Cork

Are you a passionate hospitality professional with strong leadership skills and a genuine love of great food, wine and people? Proby's Kitchen is a vibrant, independent restaurant in the heart of Cork City, close to St Finbarr's Cathedral , known for its fresh Irish cooking, quality service and warm sense of community.

We were recently named in the Sunday Times Top 100 Restaurants in Ireland, and we're now looking for the right person to help us build on that.

We are seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead our evening service Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 4pm, plus one or two day shifts depending on the successful candidate's needs. The full-time salary for this position is €35,000–€40,000 depending on experience, plus tips.

If you feel you're the right fit but need some flexibility on hours or days, we'd still love to hear from you.

If you have questions, feel free to email Marianne on info@ProbyKitchen.ie

About Proby's Kitchen

Proby's Kitchen is led by Pat, Head Chef and former Ballymaloe Cookery School tutor, alongside Marianne and Denis, the team behind Café Gusto and Liberty Grill. We share a clear philosophy: cooking from scratch using seasonal, sustainable Irish ingredients, delivered with warm, professional hospitality.

The Role

As Restaurant Supervisor and Duty Manager, you will play a key role in the running of our dinner service supporting the owners and leading our front-of-house team by example.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting daily restaurant operations to ensure smooth, efficient service
• Leading, training and motivating a busy FOH team during service
• Maintaining high standards of customer care and food and beverage knowledge
• Working closely with the kitchen and management team to deliver seamless service
• Handling guest feedback professionally and proactively
• Assisting with staff scheduling, rotas and service standards

This is a hands-on role, suited to someone who enjoys being on the floor and leading from the front.

About You

• Proven experience at supervisory or assistant management level in a quality restaurant environment
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills
• Calm, solutions-focused approach under pressure
• Excellent knowledge of wine essential
• Passionate about food, hospitality and developing a team

What We Offer

• €35,000–€40,000 DOE, plus tips
• Staff meals on shift
• Flexible working patterns considered
• A supportive, professional and friendly working environment
• Real opportunities for progression within a growing, quality-focused restaurant group

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: €35,000.00-€40,000.00 per year

Experience:

• Restaurant management: 2 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person