Are you driven by excellence, team growth, and delivering “More than expected” at every step? Our client is seeking an experienced and ambitious Restaurant Manager to help become the best and most preferred restaurant in its segment in Norway. Why this role stands out - Vision: “More than expected” – it guides everything we do. - 100% permanent position. - Accommodation arranged according to your needs and preferences (paid by the employee). - Excellent tips with strong guest volumes. - Team: approx. 10 waiters and a couple of bartenders – a motivated crew to grow with. Key responsibilities - Oversee daily restaurant operations and uphold service standards. - Train, coach, and follow up with the team (feedback and development talks). - Implement and monitor routines (workflows, hygiene, HSE). - Ensure product and service quality – end-to-end guest journey. - Build positivity and strong team spirit. - Shared personnel responsibilities with management (scheduling, vacations, onboarding). - Co-own the vacancy/rota planning with management. - Manage ordering and inventory (cost control, waste, stocktakes). - Drive sales with a strong focus on up-selling—ethically and elegantly. - Be a smiling, professional brand ambassador to guests and partners. Your profile - Strong English; advantage if you speak Norwegian or another Nordic language. - Minimum 3 years’ experience as a waiter, preferably more and in a top restaurant. - Team player who thrives with responsibility. - Solid beverage knowledge: wine, beer, spirits; sommelier background or relevant wine expertise is a plus. - Results-oriented, structured, and a culture carrier for true hospitality. Compensation and terms - Typical trial-period salary: 250 NOK/hour or 45,000 NOK/month. - Excellent tips. Ready to lead a team that strives for “More than expected” every day? Send your CV and a brief motivation letter (why you’ll take us to the top of our segment). Note: We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We can only hire candidates with EU citizenship or a valid work permit issued by Norwegian authorities.