General Manager

Sixty Eight People; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Sixty Eight People is launching a brand-new site in Newcastle, offering premium coffee and a fast-growing business with strong work-life balance.

You will be part of the opening team from day one, helping shape the brand, guest experience, and team culture in a brand-new city.

This role promises real progression as the business expands, with leadership opportunities as the brand grows in the coming months.

Responsibilities

• Own the opening from day one, from the day-to-day operation and financial performance to recruitment, training and team development.
• Build something special, you'll have the opportunity to shape the team, culture and guest experience from the ground up.
• Bring the energy – culture is a huge part of this business, and we're looking for someone who knows how to create a positive, inclusive and genuinely fun place to work.
• Lead from the front – you'll set the standards, inspire your team and make sure every guest leaves wanting to come back.
• Grow with the business – with significant expansion ahead, there is plenty of opportunity for someone ambitious to progress.

Job description

NEWCASTLE. NEW OPENING. COFFEE. PREMIUM BRAND. MASSIVE GROWTH. GREAT WORK-LIFE BALANCE. CAREER PROGRESSION.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary up to £50,000
• No late nights – genuine work-life balance
• Join a business in significant growth
• Be part of a brand-new Newcastle opening and help shape it from day one
• An independent, entrepreneurial culture where you can really make your mark
• Real progression opportunities as the business continues to grow

Who are they?

They made their highly anticipated UK debut in early 2022 and have been making serious waves ever since. Think sleek design, premium products and seriously good coffee, they've built a brand that people genuinely love and keep coming back to. With ambitious plans for the next 12 months and beyond, this is a business with plenty more to come.

Now, they're bringing the brand to Newcastle and this is your chance to be at the heart of it.

This isn't about stepping into an established site and keeping things ticking over. You'll be part of the opening team, helping bring the brand to life in a brand-new city.

What will you get up to?

• Own the opening from day one, from the day-to-day operation and financial performance to recruitment, training and team development.
• Build something special, you'll have the opportunity to shape the team, culture and guest experience from the ground up.
• Bring the energy – culture is a huge part of this business, and we're looking for someone who knows how to create a positive, inclusive and genuinely fun place to work.
• Lead from the front – you'll set the standards, inspire your team and make sure every guest leaves wanting to come back.
• Grow with the business – with significant expansion ahead, there is plenty of opportunity for someone ambitious to progress.

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