General Manager

Brightside; Honiton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Brightside is seeking a passionate General Manager to open their exciting new restaurant concept. As a figurehead, you will ensure exceptional service, lead a dynamic team, and maintain high operational standards. The role offers competitive pay, generous staff discounts, and a supportive working environment aimed at fostering team growth and wellbeing.

Benefits

Overtime pay for every hour worked over contracted hours

Wagestream for pay flexibility

Free Parking

Unlimited 50% off staff discount

Equal sharing of tips across the team

Free meal per shift

Access to industry-leading training

24/7 Employee Wellness Helpline

Christmas off

Loungefest staff party

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a high turnover restaurant environment.
• Confidence in leading and motivating teams to deliver excellent service.
• Ability to maintain high operational standards and manage guest expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop your team, ensuring a motivated and high-performing workforce.
• Maintain high standards of service and uphold restaurant values.
• Act as a brand ambassador, promoting exceptional service and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Team Motivation

Customer Service Excellence

Education

Experience as General Manager in a busy restaurant

Job description

Loungers PLC are excited to announce a fresh, new and exciting restaurant concept for roadside diners... Brightside!

We are now looking for a passionate and genuine General Manager to lead our team as they take on this superb new restaurant opening.

You will currently be an experienced General Manager of a busy, high turnover restaurant, working with enthusiasm to motivate your employees. You are confident and trust in your team's ability to deliver exceptional service each and every day. Of course, you're always ready to put your best foot forward and never settle for second best. As a General Manager of Brightside, you will be the figurehead of the business, ensuring your high standards are met and service is fast and friendly. You'll be a true ambassador within the UK's most exciting new restaurant concept!

What we offer:

• Overtime pay for every hour worked over contracted hours!
• Power over your pay with Wagestream
• Free Parking
• Unlimited 50% off staff discount to enjoy outside working hours
• Tips shared equally across the team, based on hours worked
• Free meal from Brightside menu with every shift worked, regardless of length
• Unlimited access to industry-leading training information and support, so you can really move forward in your career
• 24/7 Employee Wellness Helpline alongside Brightside own Mental Health Champions
• Christmas off!
• The most talked-about staff party in hospitality- Loungefest!

What we are about:

Already established as the UK's fastest growing hospitality business, our sister companies The Lounges and Cosy Club have over 200 sites combined. Our third brand Brightside is inspired by childhood holiday road trips and lives to celebrate the joy of taking the time to travel. Our welcome is warm, our sites are beautiful and our freshly cooked menu is full of classic, comfort food dishes. Uncompromising on quality, service and standards, we always go the extra mile to bring a little sunshine to everyone's everyday adventures.

Our Values are simple, we keep things uncomplicated and straightforward. We are always upbeat sharing our happiness and positivity with each other and our guests. We are generous, open and giving, our teams are the heart of hospitality. We bring our true selves to work, every day. We let our personalities shine and we are always authentic. We're humans, not robots!