Restaurant Manager

2-MICHELIN-Star French Fine Dining Restaurant
Singapore

We are one of Singapore’s leading French fine dining destinations. Our restaurant is built on uncompromising standards, exceptional hospitality, precision execution, and a deep respect for French culinary tradition with contemporary excellence.

We are seeking an experienced, highly polished, and service-driven Restaurant Manager to lead front-of-house operations and help elevate every aspect of the guest experience to world-class standards.

This is a rare opportunity for a hospitality professional who thrives in elite fine dining environments and is passionate about excellence, leadership, and Michelin-level service culture.

Key Responsibilities

Guest Experience & Service Excellence

• Lead and oversee all front-of-house operations to ensure flawless execution of service at every touchpoint
• Deliver exceptional, intuitive, and highly personalized guest experiences consistent with Michelin-starred standards
• Build strong relationships with VIPs, regular guests, media, partners, and international clientele
• Handle guest feedback and service recovery with professionalism, discretion, and elegance
• Ensure all service rituals, standards, and details are executed with consistency and precision

Leadership & Team Development

• Inspire, mentor, and develop the front-of-house team to achieve exceptional performance
• Conduct daily briefings, training sessions, and ongoing coaching
• Foster a culture of excellence, discipline, teamwork, and accountability
• Work closely with the Executive Chef and senior leadership team to ensure seamless collaboration between kitchen and service

Operations Management

• Manage reservations flow, floor planning, service pacing, and staffing requirements
• Maintain exceptional standards in restaurant presentation, hygiene, and operational readiness
• Oversee wine and beverage coordination together with the Sommelier team
• Monitor operational KPIs, labour productivity, guest satisfaction, and financial performance
• Ensure compliance with all local regulations and company SOPs

Strategic Contribution

• Contribute to the restaurant’s ongoing journey toward achieving a third Michelin star
• Continuously identify opportunities to elevate service standards and operational excellence
• Support brand reputation, media engagements, collaborations, and special events where required

Requirements

• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in luxury hospitality or Michelin-starred fine dining
• Previous experience as a Restaurant Manager or senior FOH leadership role in upscale French or European fine dining preferred
• Deep understanding of Michelin-level service standards and luxury guest expectations
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong operational and commercial acumen
• High attention to detail and composure under pressure
• Professional presence, polished grooming, and refined service etiquette
• Passion for gastronomy, wine, and hospitality excellence
• Fluent English required; additional languages are an advantage

Preferred Attributes

• Experience working in internationally recognised Michelin-starred restaurants
• Strong knowledge of French cuisine, wines, and fine dining service rituals
• Ability to lead high-performance teams in a demanding and ambitious environment
• A genuine commitment to continuous improvement and excellence

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work in one of Singapore’s most recognised fine dining restaurants
• Career growth within a high-profile culinary group
• Staff dining and training opportunities
• Exposure to international standards of hospitality excellence
• A dynamic and passionate team environment focused on achieving world-class recognition