General Manager

DISH; Ilkley; On-site; GBP 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent company is seeking a Full Time General Manager for their country inn located in the Ilkley area. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hospitality, with proven leadership skills. The role includes overseeing daily operations and ensuring a high standard of service while innovating to improve business performance. Candidates must be confident, professional, and capable of motivating staff effectively. Competitive salary and progression opportunities are available.

Benefits

Salary of £42,500+ DOE

Bonus Scheme

Staff discount scheme

Proven progression

Qualifications

• Proven track record of success in a similar role.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Experience delivering a 1st class hospitality experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, ensuring excellent guest experiences.
• Develop and implement new ideas to improve business.
• Manage staff training, ordering, and stock control.

Skills

Leadership

Hospitality experience

Financial controls

Problem-solving

Team motivation

Job description

GENERAL MANAGER, COUNTRY INN, LEEDS SUBURB, £42500

SUPERB PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES

PART OF A STUNNING ESTATE

Benefits include:

• Salary of £42,500+ DOE
• Bonus Scheme
• Staff discount scheme
• Proven progression
• A real highlight on any CV
• Be part of an exciting growing independent company with great expansion plans
• Be part of a professional set up, no shouty chefs or disorganised structures here!!

Full Time GM Position

Our Independent are looking for a full-time General Manager to join the team in this high quality country Inn, set in the grounds of a stunning estate close to Otley and Ilkley

As General Manager, you’ll take the reins of daily operations, leading a dedicated team to deliver outstanding guest experiences while fostering a strong sense of community. This is not just a desk-based role; you’ll be actively involved in all aspects of the business—whether it’s meeting with customers, motivating staff on the floor, or ensuring smooth operations behind the scenes.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in a similar role, as well as strong leadership and management skills.

The General Manager will also be responsible for developing and implementing new ideas to improve the restaurant's business. They will need to be able to work independently and as part of a team, and be able to think creatively and solve problems.

The ideal General Manager candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• Experience delivering a 1st class hospitality & service experience, in a busy, hands-on venue
• 1st rate understanding of back of house systems, costings, stock, labour and financial controls
• A professional and confident demeanor is essential, as is the ability to show the company ethos & high standards every day in service & management.
• Understanding of the latest H&S guidelines and procedures.
• Experience working in a similar sized venue, and within a ‘hands on’ management structure.
• Have a friendly yet professional persona
• Be a strong leader, being able to enthuse those around you
• Be able to lead by example to ensure your high standards filter through the front of house team
• Controlling the staff management and training along with ordering and stock control.
• Have the ability to self-manage and the ability to adapt and improvise to changing situations.

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, or if you would like to discuss any similar positions we currently have throughout the region then please send your CV through the link here, or call Eddy Nuttall in the Dish hospitality office in Leeds for more information