Burghley House is one of England’s most iconic Elizabethan estates, open year-round to visitors. Alongside its stunning gardens and historic charm, the estate offers a vibrant hospitality experience—elegant dining in The Orangery, artisan coffee at The Garden Café, and a calendar of unforgettable events including weddings, receptions, and the world-famous Burghley Horse Trials. It’s a truly unique and exciting setting for a Restaurant & Events Manager to thrive.  

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays

• Paid sick leave (up to 10 days)

• Contributory pension scheme

• Life insurance cover

• Onsite parking

• Free access to Burghley House & Gardens for your family

• 24/7 wellbeing support

• Lead daily operations of The Orangery Restaurant & all onsite events

• Manage and inspire a dynamic front-of-house team

• Deliver exceptional customer experiences across weddings, banquets & receptions

• Support the Catering GM with recruitment, compliance, and reporting

• Oversee stock, staffing and service standards

• Deputise for the GM during absence

• Experience in restaurant or event management roles

• A passion for hospitality and customer service

• Confidence leading teams in a fast-paced environment

• Strong organisational and communication skills

• A flexible, hands-on approach to problem-solving

• Previous work in heritage or visitor attractions (desirable)

Come and join Absolute Taste as our next Restaurant & Events Manager—and help us deliver unforgettable experiences at the iconic Burghley House

Burghley House is one of England’s most iconic Elizabethan estates, open year-round to visitors. Alongside its stunning gardens and historic charm, the estate offers a vibrant hospitality experience—elegant dining in The Orangery, artisan coffee at The Garden Café, and a calendar of unforgettable events including weddings, receptions, and the world-famous Burghley Horse Trials. It’s a truly unique and exciting setting for a Restaurant & Events Manager to thrive.  

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays

• Paid sick leave (up to 10 days)

• Contributory pension scheme

• Life insurance cover

• Onsite parking

• Free access to Burghley House & Gardens for your family

• 24/7 wellbeing support

• Lead daily operations of The Orangery Restaurant & all onsite events

• Manage and inspire a dynamic front-of-house team

• Deliver exceptional customer experiences across weddings, banquets & receptions

• Support the Catering GM with recruitment, compliance, and reporting

• Oversee stock, staffing and service standards

• Deputise for the GM during absence

• Experience in restaurant or event management roles

• A passion for hospitality and customer service

• Confidence leading teams in a fast-paced environment

• Strong organisational and communication skills

• A flexible, hands-on approach to problem-solving

• Previous work in heritage or visitor attractions (desirable)

Come and join Absolute Taste as our next Restaurant & Events Manager—and help us deliver unforgettable experiences at the iconic Burghley House