General Manager

Le Monde; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An iconic boutique hotel in Edinburgh is seeking a General Manager to lead its operations. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience in a high-volume venue and a passion for creating exceptional guest experiences. This role offers the opportunity to work in a vibrant environment with a close-knit team and a focus on career progression. Competitive salary and benefits included.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible shift patterns

Private medical cover after one year

28 days paid holiday

25% discount at all venues

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a General Manager in a high-volume, premium venue.
• Natural leader with strong people management and coaching skills.
• Commercially savvy with a proven track record of delivering results.
• Passionate about hospitality, food, drink, and creating memorable guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead from the front—setting the tone for service, standards, and team culture.
• Drive commercial performance with strong business acumen and a hands-on approach.
• Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing team across departments.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and maximise profitability.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial acumen

People management

Problem solving

Communication

Job description

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Welcome to Le
Monde, one of Edinburgh’s most stylish and iconic boutique hotels, bars,
and dining destinations. Located on the vibrant George Street, Le Monde is a
celebration of global glamour, offering guests a unique experience inspired by
the world’s most exciting cities—from Paris to New York, Tokyo to Sydney.

With
beautifully designed rooms, a buzzing bar scene, and a reputation for
exceptional service, Le Monde is more than a venue—it’s a destination. And now,
we’re looking for a General Manager to lead this flagship venue into its
next exciting chapter.

The Role: General Manager

As General
Manager, you’ll take full ownership of Le Monde—running it as if it were your
own business. You’ll lead with confidence, inspire your team, and deliver
exceptional guest experiences across our hotel, bar, and restaurant operations.

This is a
high-profile, high-impact role for a confident, experienced leader who thrives
in a fast-paced, multi-faceted environment and knows how to balance operational
excellence with creativity and flair.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading
  from the front—setting the tone for service, standards, and team culture.
• Driving
  commercial performance with strong business acumen and a hands-on
  approach.
• Recruiting,
  training, and developing a high-performing team across departments.
• Managing
  budgets, controlling costs, and maximising profitability.
• Creating
  unforgettable guest experiences that reflect the spirit of Le Monde.

What We’re
Looking For:

• A
  minimum of 2 years’ experience as a General Manager in a
  high-volume, premium venue.
• A
  natural leader with strong people management and coaching skills.
• Commercially
  savvy with a proven track record of delivering results.
• Passionate
  about hospitality, food, drink, and creating memorable guest experiences.
• Calm
  under pressure, solutions-focused, and always ready to roll up your
  sleeves.
• A
  natural communicator who’s approachable and organised.
• A
  flair for business and a sharp commercial mind.
• A
  genuine love for people, service, and having fun.

What’s in
it for you?

At Le Monde
& Glendola Leisure, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers, community,
and the chance to be part of something truly iconic. Here’s what you can look
forward to:

• A
  buzzing, fast-paced environment where no two days are ever the same.
• A
  close-knit team that feels more like family than colleagues.
• Real
  career progression with some of the best growth opportunities in the
  industry.
• Flexible
  shift patterns to help you balance work and life.
• A
  competitive, progressive salary plus a fixed TRONC distribution.
• Wage
  Stream access—get paid when you need it, not just on payday.
• Private
  medical cover after one year of service.
• Mental
  health support and access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
• 28
  days paid holiday per year (including bank holidays).
• 25%
  discount at all Glendola Leisure venues.
• Annual
  staff events that celebrate you and your hard work.
• Opportunities
  to innovate and help shape the future of our business.

About Glendola Leisure Group

We’re Glendola
Leisure Group—a proudly family-owned hospitality company with a
passion for creating unforgettable experiences. From buzzing bars to stylish
restaurants, we operate a diverse portfolio of venues across London,
Glasgow, Belfast, and Edinburgh.

When you
join us, you become part of a tight-knit local team backed by the
strength and support of our wider group. What unites us all is a shared
commitment to exceptional service, expertise in our craft, and a
drive to be better every single day.

We’re
looking for people who bring friendliness, a can-do attitude, and
a genuine desire to become experts in what they do. If you’re ready for a role
that’s as unique as you are, and want to work somewhere that feels more like
coming to life than clocking in—then we want to hear from you.

Ready to be part of one of the
hospitality industry’s most exciting success stories?