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Malmaison

Bar and Restaurant Manager

On site

Exeter, United kingdom

Senior

Freelance

12-10-2025

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Training Coaching Architecture

Job Specifications

60 Bedrooms

55-seater Bistro & Bar

3 Private Event Spaces - seating up to 65

Spa - outdoor heated pool with indoor hydro jets area, 4 x beauty rooms, small relaxation area, manicure and pedicure stations

A small city that packs a big punch, Exeter is one of the most vibrant, attractive and historically interesting cities in England. Pre-dating the arrival of the Romans in AD 50, its history is rich and long. It offers a host of fascinating visitor attractions including unique Underground Passages, imposing Roman walls and beautiful Quayside. The hotel sits within an iconic building, formerly an Eye Infirmary, with historic walled gardens and striking architecture.

About The Role

Job title: Bar and Restaurant Manager, Hotel Du Vin Rate of Pay: PS31,500 plus tronc, plus Generous Company Benefits, Training & Development Type of Contract: Full-Time / 45 hours per week Location: Hotel du Vin Exeter Why not get paid for doing what you love, get loads of perks and benefits, learn new skills and make a career for life with Hotel Du Vin?

As a full time Bar and Bistro Manager, you will be responsible for the smooth running of the Bar, Bistro and Meetings Operation. You will be a hands on operator coaching and supporting your team to deliver to the highest standards whilst ensuring budgeted targets and KPIs are hit.

You will be experienced in running a branded restaurant operation and looking for a step into a hotel career or already working within a hotel in a Restaurant or Bar Manager position and looking for more responsibility. We are open 7 days a week 365 days a year and need people to work a range of shifts and days. We are busier generally during evenings and weekends but shift patterns and contracted hours can all be discussed at interview. If you are looking for career training we offer nationally recognized apprenticeships which sit alongside our detailed brand training. We'll help you be 'The Difference' between good and great guest experiences.

Do you want to be part of something different, working with the best food, drink and a brand you can be proud of?

We create memories that our guests never forget. This could be the next step for you into an F&B Manager position - we actively encourage internal development and progression - Onwards and upwards.

Benefits

About You

In Addition To Competitive Rates Of Pay We Offer

Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates at Malmaison, Hotel du Vin and Frasers Hospitality with rooms available from PS65 per night.
Discounted Friends and Family Room Rate with 50% off best available rate.
35% off your bill when you dine in our Brasseries and Bistros
Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes that support you in developing your career
High Street Discounts on a range of high street shops, experiences, holidays and much much more
Cycle to work scheme - save up to 40% on a wide range of bikes
Healthcare Cash Plans - dental, optical, medical and more available from PS5 per month
Referral schemes that pay up to PS1500 (just for getting your mates jobs!)
A decent uniform that doesn't make you look like an extra from a 70s TV sitcom.
We have a Wellness & National Campaign Days Calendar which promotes and encourages activities like - Pay Day Lunches/Treats, National Popcorn Day, Mental Health Awareness week and more
We work with Wagestream giving instant access to your pay as it's earnt. Wagestream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real time, stream up to 50% of the money you're already earned, learn easy tips to manage your money better and save direct from your salary
We also offer complimentary stays on your 1st, 3rd and 5th anniversary with Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
We are a proud sponsor of The Brain Charity, helping people with all forms of neurological conditions to lead longer, healthier, happier lives.
Employee Assistance Programme - free, confidential advice available 24/7 to you and your family

Our Sustainability Goals

100% of our electricity is generated using renewable energy with most of it coming from Wind Farms around the UK
We recycle a minimum of 70% of the waste from our hotels. This target is achieved by everyone I the hotel focusing on the waste we produce and is championed by our Sustainability Council who work on project year round
We have moved to a chemical free cleaning system in our bedrooms and public areas and an enzyme based eco-friendly system for our kitchens.
Volunteer to work for sustainable charities 2 days per year on full pay instead of your normal workplace

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Frasers Hospitality, Malmaison & Hotel Du Vin are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

About the Company

Malmaison, the iconic boutique hotel brand, in 17 cities across the UK. The spirit of Mal life is within our super stylish private dining and meeting rooms. High-octane bars with cocktails and bubbly so dangerously tempting for a school night. Divine dining in the Mal Bar & Grill where fresh ingredients meet fresh thinking, as our expert chefs serve up iconic dishes with a Mal twist. Great beds for sleepy heads, power showers, flatscreen TV, serious wines and naughty nibbles. For all press enquiries, please contact: pressof... Know more