Legends Global (Europe)
Restaurant Manager
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If you are looking for a way into the events Industry, this is a great place to start.
You don’t need to have loads of experience – the right fit is the most important thing. But you should have an understanding of the industry, an interest in Events and an enthusiastic willingness to get stuck into anything asked of you.
The Venue
A cornerstone of South Yorkshire’s entertainment scene, Utilita Arena Sheffield has been welcoming audiences since 1991. Purpose-built for world-class live events, the arena hosts an exciting mix of international music acts, major sporting fixtures, and large-scale corporate events. With a capacity of over 13,000, it stands as one of the region’s premier venues, combining a rich history with a vibrant programme that continues to attract visitors from across the UK.
The Role
To lead and oversee the day-to-day operation of the hospitality restaurant during events, ensuring exceptional guest experiences through outstanding customer service, strong team leadership, and efficient operational delivery. This candidate will be responsible for managing restaurant service, supporting the Food & Beverage team, and ensuring all company standards, food safety requirements and licensing regulations are consistently met.
As a key member of the hospitality team, the Casual Restaurant Manager will lead by example, maintaining high standards whilst creating a welcoming and professional dining experience for all guests.
The Responsibilities
- Lead the day-to-day operation of the hospitality restaurant during events.
- Deliver exceptional guest experiences through high standards of service.
- Oversee restaurant service and support the wider Food & Beverage team.
- Ensure efficient operations and smooth service delivery throughout events.
- Maintain compliance with company policies, food safety standards, and licensing regulations.
- Lead, motivate, and support team members to achieve excellent performance.
- Create a welcoming, professional, and enjoyable dining environment for guests.
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What we're looking for
- Previous experience managing or supervising within a busy restaurant, hospitality or events environment.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Good organisational and problem-solving abilities.
- Flexible approach to working evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
- Knowledge of food safety legislation and licensing regulations.
- Confident decision-maker with a proactive attitude.
- Experience using EPOS systems
- Knowledge of premium hospitality and corporate dining service.
What's in it for you?
- 💸 Competitive Rate of Pay – Earn a strong hourly rate for your work.
- ⏰ Flexible Working – Choose shifts that fit around your lifestyle and commitments, helping you maintain a great work-life balance.
- 📅 Fortnightly Pay – Get paid every two weeks for the shifts you’ve worked.
- 🎉 Sociable Workforce – Join a diverse and friendly team from across the city. Our casual workforce forms the heart of what we do – it’s a great environment to meet people, make friends, and be part of exciting live events.
- 🚀 Opportunities to Grow – Gain valuable experience in the live events industry and access to opportunities across Legends Global.
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Recruitment Process Outlined
1st Stage - Video Interview
Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. These may include verification of identity, proof of address, right to work, employment history, qualifications, and—where relevant to the role—a basic or enhanced DBS check. All checks will be carried out in line with data protection law and we will only request information that is necessary for the role.
Inclusive Workplace
At Legends Global, we are committed to leading the entertainment industry towards a greener, faster, and more innovative digital future. There’s never been a better time to join our team. We aim to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers, and suppliers. Join us and make a significant impact from day one.
We are committed to active inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. This commitment begins with our recruitment and selection process. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements.
If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know in your application. We are dedicated to providing a fair and transparent assessment process and will do our utmost to accommodate your needs.
If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure it is considered. We will continue to review applications on a rolling basis and may close the advert before the closing date.
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