General Manager

C2 Recruitment Ltd; Bishop Auckland; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a General Manager for a new leisure and entertainment venue in Bishop Auckland. The role involves driving revenue, building partnerships, and leading a new team. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of leadership experience in hospitality, a customer service focus, and a proven track record of commercial success. This position offers a competitive salary of circa £36,000 plus bonuses and staff discounts.

Benefits

Competitive salary + Bonus scheme

Staff discounts & free access to entertainment

Future growth opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' leadership experience in hospitality, leisure, or entertainment management.
• Proven commercial acumen with experience in budgets, business growth, and event sales.
• Strong customer service focus and ability to motivate and inspire teams.
• Experience launching or relaunching a venue is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of venue performance—driving revenue, sales, and service standards.
• Build community and business partnerships to grow event, party, and private hire sales.
• Lead a brand-new team, creating a positive, high-performing culture.
• Oversee all operations, from safety and compliance to customer experience and events.

Skills

Leadership experience in hospitality

Commercial acumen

Customer service focus

Team motivation skills

Job description

Overview

General Manager - Leisure & Entertainment Venue
Bishop Aukland
Salary Circa £36,000 DOE

Are you a commercially minded leader with a passion for customer experience? We're looking for a General Manager to launch and lead a brand-new leisure and entertainment venue opening in early 2026.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of venue performance—driving revenue, sales, and service standards.
• Build community and business partnerships to grow event, party, and private hire sales.
• Lead a brand-new team, creating a positive, high-performing culture.
• Oversee all operations, from safety and compliance to customer experience and events.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years\' leadership experience in hospitality, leisure, or entertainment management.
• Proven commercial acumen with experience in budgets, business growth and event sales.
• Strong customer service focus and ability to motivate and inspire teams.
• Experience launching or relaunching a venue is highly desirable.

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary + Bonus scheme
• Staff discounts & free access to entertainment.
• A chance to shape a flagship new venue with future growth opportunities.

Be part of something exciting—apply now and help us create unforgettable experiences!

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