General Manager

Buzzworks Holdings; Musselburgh; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group is seeking a General Manager for its Musselburgh location. The role involves overseeing daily operations, leading a dedicated team, and ensuring high standards of service and food quality. The ideal candidate will bring experience, leadership, and a passion for hospitality. This position offers a competitive OTE of up to £55,000 along with various employee benefits, including training programs and staff discounts.

Benefits

Leadership training & development programmes

40% staff discount across all Buzzworks venues

Wagestream - access your earnings instantly

Wellbeing support - wellness hub, EAP & discounted gym memberships

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a management role within the hospitality industry is essential.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to drive profitability and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the venue.
• Lead and inspire a multi-skilled team.
• Maintain high standards in service and food quality.

Skills

Leadership

Operational management

Customer service

Job description

Welcome to Lido Musselburgh

£55,000 OTE Plus (salary, Tronc, Bonus)

Bright flavours. Warm hospitality. One exceptional opportunity.

Lido Musselburgh is a laid-back, all-day venue at the heart of the local community, serving up bold Mediterranean-inspired dishes, warm service, and feel-good vibes from morning to night.

From wood-fired pizzas and chargrilled meats to seasonal pastas and handcrafted cocktails, Lido is about delivering simple dishes, done exceptionally well. We’re now looking for a General Manager to lead our passionate team and help take our food, service, and atmosphere to the next level.

The Buzz

• OTE up to £55,000 (Salary + Bonus + Tronc)
• Leadership training & development programmes
• 40% staff discount across all Buzzworks venues
• Wagestream - access your earnings instantly when needed
• Wellbeing support - wellness hub, EAP & discounted gym memberships
• Progression opportunities within one of Scotland’s top hospitality groups
• The chance to lead one of East Lothian’s most stylish and beloved venues
  
  

The Works

As General Manager of Lido Musselburgh, you’ll take full ownership of the venue, overseeing day-to-day operations, driving a culture of quality and positivity, and delivering the exceptional guest experience Lido is known for.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Leading and inspiring a dynamic, multi-skilled team
• Managing operations across breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks
• Maintaining high standards in service, food quality, safety, and compliance
• Driving profitability, operational efficiency, and long-term growth
• Fostering a supportive, welcoming, and high-performing team culture
• Representing the Lido brand with pride and professionalism
  
  

If you’ve got the experience, energy, and heart to run one of Buzzworks newest venue apply now and bring your leadership to Lido Musselburgh.

Buzzworks is an equal opportunity employer. We believe a diverse, empowered team is key to our mission:

To make people feel great through hospitality.