General Manager

Bella Italia; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Burton upon Trent is seeking a passionate individual to enhance guest experiences and lead a motivated team. The role offers competitive pay of £36,000 – £38,000 per annum, along with benefits like a quarterly bonus and career development programs. Applicants should have strong leadership skills and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

50% off food and drink across all brands

Fully funded apprenticeships

Healthcare cash plan and dental plan

Discounted gym memberships

Access to wages before payday

Qualifications

• Passionate about developing people in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to lead and inspire teams to achieve performance goals.
• Strong understanding of compliance and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the face of the restaurant, delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Drive performance and exceed brand and restaurant goals.
• Create a motivating environment while nurturing internal talent.

Skills

Leadership

Strong communication

Team development

Commercial awareness

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead from the front‑delivering exceptional guest experiences and being the face of the restaurant.
• Drive performance‑achieving and exceeding brand and restaurant goals.
• Inspire & develop your team‑creating a fun, motivating environment while nurturing internal talent.
• Ensure safety & compliance‑keeping the restaurant running smoothly and legally.
• Be commercially aware understanding how every decision impacts the wider business.

About the role

At Bella Italia, we don't just look for experience—we look for leaders. If you're a strong communicator, passionate about developing people, and thrive in a fast‑paced, guest‑focused environment, we want to hear from you.

We believe everyone belongs at Bella Italia, and we're committed to creating a workplace where you can be yourself and grow. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, let us know—we're happy to help.

Pay & Benefits

£36 000.00 – £38 000.00 per annum plus bonus, plus tronc. Full time, 45‑hour contract, quarterly bonus, and referral bonus scheme.

We’re proud to have been recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025!

Benefits & perks

• Competitive pay & benefits – 45‑hour contract, quarterly bonus, and referral bonus scheme.
• Amazing discounts – 50 % off food and drink across all Big Table Group brands and 25 % for friends & family.
• Career development – fully funded apprenticeships in Operations Management (Level 5), L&D, HR, or Marketing (Levels 3, 4 & 5).
• Salary sacrifice scheme – make the most of tax‑efficient savings on National Insurance, pension contributions, and a range of lifestyle benefits.
• Wellbeing & support – Our We Care program includes a 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, healthcare cash plan, dental plan, a second medical opinion service, and more.
• Perks & rewards – access to wages before payday, discounted gym memberships, and savings on theme parks, shopping, and more!
• Team competitions & events – win a trip to Italy, team parties, and even a chance to win e‑points to spend on your favourite retailers.
• A Place for Everyone – we celebrate individuality and believe in adding to our culture! Whoever you are, if you bring passion and leadership, there's a place for you at our table.