General Manager

Easy Applynew; City Of London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant restaurant in London is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead the front of house operations. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of experience in high-volume restaurants and strong food and wine knowledge. Responsibilities include overseeing service quality, team development, and financial performance. This position offers a quarterly bonus, generous holiday, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

28 days’ holiday

Free staff meals

Generous dining discounts

Health & wellbeing programme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Referral scheme

Option to take a sabbatical

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience as a General Manager in high-volume restaurants.
• Strong knowledge of food and wine.
• Ability to interpret P&L statements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee front of house operations to ensure excellent service.
• Recruit and train a high-performing team.
• Partner with the Head Chef for smooth collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Guest interaction

Financial analysis

Food and wine knowledge

Job description

We're hiring an experienced, hands‑on General Manager to take full ownership of a busy, reservations‑led restaurant in Paddington.

You’ll lead the Front of House operation, elevate guest experience, and drive commercial performance year‑round.

What You’ll Do

• Run end-to-end FOH operations, ensuring consistently excellent service and smooth shifts.
• Recruit, train and develop a high‑performing team; embed H&S and hygiene standards.
• Partner closely with the Head Chef to keep FOH/BOH collaboration tight.
• Own key metrics (guest satisfaction, drink GP, labour/staff costs) and read/act on the P&L.
• Take part in regular performance and financial reviews with senior leadership.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ GM experience in quality, high‑volume restaurants.
• Strong food & wine knowledge; confident floor presence and guest rapport.
• Highly organised, proactive, and great at motivating teams.
• Comfortable interpreting P&L and making data‑led decisions.
• Calm, positive energy in a fast‑paced environment.

Additional Information

• Candidates must have the right to work in the UK – unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Quarterly bonus + surplus tronc.
• 28 days’ holiday, free staff meals, generous dining discounts.
• Health & wellbeing programme; cycle‑to‑work; referral scheme; option to take a sabbatical.
• Supplier visits, tastings and accredited product training to build your expertise.