What's in it for you!
Enhanced Salary Package: €45,000-€50,000 with bonus potential of 20% pro rata in 2026 and minimum 10% bonus thereafter
Success Bonus – A performance-based bonus will also be available based on hitting agreed goals in the first 6 months. We’ll confirm these targets and bonus details closer to opening, but this will be designed to reward a successful launch and strong leadership from day one.
Generous Paid Leave - 23 Days annual leave plus one month paid sabbatical for every 5 years service
Private Pension - with 3% Employer Contributions and & Free Financial Planning Advice
Your Health Matters - Free confidential access to mental health services, counselling, financial advice, and wellbeing resources, anytime you need them
Care On Call - Free online GP service gives fast, confidential support for everyday health concerns, 7 days a week.
Free food - Free food while working and 50% off for you and three friends when off
Regular team socials and celebrations - We want to make sure people Have Fun while working, so we throw together some massive team parties.
Reporting to: Operations Manager
Contract: Full-time
Start date: Immediate
What You’ll Be Doing
Leadership at the Front: Lead your restaurant with energy and purpose. Set the standard for attitude, service, and teamwork while developing future leaders within your team.
Building Great Teams: Attract, hire, and retain great people who reflect the Sprout attitude. Create a team environment where people want to stay, grow, and contribute.
Developing People: Coach and mentor your Team Leaders and team members. Help people build confidence, develop new skills, and take the next step in their journey.
Culture Builder: Create a restaurant where people enjoy coming to work. Foster a culture of generosity, respect, and positivity.
Performance Management: Set clear expectations and give constructive feedback that helps the team improve and succeed.
Recognition + Reward: Celebrate great work and recognise team achievements. Build a culture where effort and progress are seen and appreciated.
Hospitality Champion: Make sure every guest leaves with a great experience. Lead your team to deliver warm, genuine hospitality every day.
Operational Excellence: Ensure checklists, standards, and procedures are followed consistently to keep the restaurant running smoothly.
Quality Guardian: Maintain high standards for food quality, freshness, portioning, and presentation across every shift.
Health & Safety Leadership: Champion the highest standards of hygiene and safety in the restaurant, ensuring all regulations and protocols are followed.
Stock & Cost Management: Oversee stock takes, manage inventory, and maintain strong control over food and labour costs.
Sustainability in Action: Help minimise waste and encourage sustainable practices in the kitchen and restaurant.
Scheduling & Planning: Create effective schedules that balance the needs of the business with the well-being of the team.
Shift Oversight: Ensure each shift runs smoothly with clear roles, good communication, and strong leadership on the floor.
Who You Are
Leader at Heart: You naturally step up, take ownership, and guide others to succeed.
People Developer: You enjoy helping others grow and take pride in building strong teams.
Food Enthusiast: You care deeply about fresh food, quality ingredients, and great presentation.
Value-Driven: You lead with a positive attitude and embody the Sprout spirit.
Curious: You’re always looking for ways to improve, learn, and develop your leadership.
Honest: You communicate openly and build trust with your team.
Generous: You share your knowledge, time, and energy with others.
Hospitable: You love creating welcoming experiences for customers and your team alike
What We’re Looking For
This role is for someone ready to lead a restaurant and take real ownership.
Experience: At least 3–5 years’ experience in hospitality, including leadership or management responsibility.
Leadership Ability: You know how to build strong teams and bring out the best in people.
Communication: Clear, confident communication with the ability to motivate and guide a team.
Operational Awareness: Strong understanding of restaurant operations, standards, and organisation.
Love for Food: A genuine appreciation for fresh food, quality, and presentation.
Organised & Reliable: You can manage multiple priorities while keeping the restaurant running smoothly.
Curious & Growth-Oriented: You want to keep learning and developing as a leader.
Great Level of English: You can communicate clearly with the team and customers and understand safety procedures.
Why Work at Sprout
Great food for you on every shift
Growth opportunities — we love to promote from within
Team discount across all locations
Well-being and mental health support
Regular team socials and celebrations
A fun, friendly team, who genuinely care
