La Cucina Manager

Fairmont St Andrews is a luxury Scottish resort situated on a stunning 520-acre coastal estate, blending local culture with elegance. Renowned for housing Scotland’s largest purpose-built conference space, the resort offers diverse meeting and event facilities, as well as world-class golf courses, The Torrance and The Kittocks. Dining options include St Andrews Bar & Grill, providing fine Scottish steak and seafood, and La Cucina, serving authentic Italian cuisine by Italian Chefs. Guests can also enjoy an indulgent spa and wellness experience. The resort is a recognized leader in hospitality, earning accolades such as the Cateys Hotel of the Year 2022 (Group) and Best Spa in Scotland by Good Spa Guide 2021.

This is a full-time, on-site position for the La Cucina Manager at Fairmont St Andrews, located in St Andrews, Scotland. The La Cucina Manager will oversee the daily operations of the restaurant, ensuring a high standard of service and guest satisfaction. Key responsibilities include managing and mentoring the restaurant team, driving revenue through innovative strategies, maintaining budgetary controls, and ensuring adherence to health and safety guidelines. Collaboration with chefs to deliver an authentic, high-quality Italian culinary experience is a critical part of this role, alongside maintaining a welcoming ambiance for guests.

• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Experience in restaurant operations, customer service, and hospitality management
• Knowledge of Italian cuisine and ability to collaborate with culinary teams
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations and cost control practices
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to innovate and drive revenue growth
• Experience working in a luxury hospitality or fine dining environment is an asset
• Flexibility to work in a dynamic, fast-paced on-site environment