Area Manager, Management Operations Manager

Position: Area Manager (Permanent)
Area Manager

Shrewsbury

Circa £55,000 (negotiable)

We are looking for an experienced Area Manager ideally with hospitality experience to lead multiple restaurants, drive exceptional performance, and develop high performing teams across the Shrewsbury region.

If you are a values led leader with strong commercial acumen and a passion for operational excellence, this role offers the scope to make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead and coach Restaurant Managers to deliver brand, service, and operational standards

* Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, Food Safety, EHO and audit requirements

* Build capability through coaching, succession planning, and strong people routines

* Drive sales, profit, and KPI performance across all restaurants

* Take ownership of the Area P&L and deliver all cost lines to budget

* Conduct regular field visits, business reviews, and weekly 1–2–1s

* Champion a guest first culture and consistently high quality experiences

* Identify performance gaps early and lead fair, effective action plans

You will ideally have

* Proven multi-site leadership experience in hospitality or QSR

* Strong commercial mindset with data‑driven decision making

* Inspirational leadership style with a focus on people development

* Confidence to challenge, coach, and hold high standards

* Excellent communication, organisation, and relationship‑building skills

* Resilience, humility, and a growth‑minded approach

My client offers:

* A Competitive salary + benefits

* An Opportunity to shape performance across multiple restaurants

* A culture built on values, recognition, and people development