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Step into the role as Restaurant Manager at Kverneriet Tønsberg, part of a growing hospitality group known for quality and creativity. We’re looking for a hardworking, outgoing leader who thrives under pressure, inspires their team, and delivers world-class guest experiences.

3+ years in FOH leadership with hands-on coaching of managers and frontline staff

Fluent in English or Norwegian / Swedish

An empathetic, resilient leadership style that balances results with team growth

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Role Overview

Your week divides roughly into :

Coaching & Leadership (30 40%) You'll coach staff, develop their skills and run workshops.

Coordinating Staff (10%) You'll schedule shifts, manage team communications and ensure everyone's aligned.

Operations (50 60%) You'll steer daily FOH service, redirect in real time and uphold our high standards.

Note : As we grow our hospitality group, this role may evolve offering new challenges and opportunities over time. What You'll Do

People Development : Cultivate your team's growth by moving them through different roles and levels identify potential, map career paths and coach them to succeed.

Operational Excellence : Refine scheduling, inventory control and ordering processes; streamline guest flow and ensure consistent follow-up on service outcomes.

Cross-Team Collaboration : Work hand-in-glove with kitchen and bar teams to align on service standards, co-create new menu items and elevate our beverage offerings.

Beverage & Service Upgrades : Lead the rollout of new drink concepts, develop training playbooks and host regular tasting workshops.

Performance Coaching : Use guest feedback and operational metrics to set targets, conduct performance reviews and drive continuous improvement.

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We Offer

Competitive salary : Entry point at 40-45k + tips ranging around 4-5k a month.

Direct coaching and mentorship from the owners

A seat at the table with a hospitality group that wants to grow and think differently

20 days' vacation + public holidays

Staff meals & discounts

Inspirational hospitality trips

Kverneriet is a chef-driven restaurant concept (Tønsberg, Solli & Majorstua) with an average 4.6 guest-sentiment score over 12 years a testament to our relentless focus on quality and creativity. We're growing our hospitality group and seek only the most ambitious professionals if you're looking for a paycheck rather than a career, this isn't the place.

Our restaurant is located by the pier in the center of Tonsberg, our regions "capital". One hour and 15 minutes by car or train to Oslo, and with our local airport Torp Sandefjord just 20 minutes away.

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