General Manager

Select Appointments; Swaffham; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Temporary General Manager to oversee the daily operations of a boutique hotel and restaurant in Swaffham. The ideal candidate will have a proven background in hospitality management, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to maintaining high service standards. This temporary position offers a competitive pay rate of £16-£18 per hour for a full-time role working 48 hours a week.

Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience

Supportive team and venue

Qualifications

• Proven experience in hotel or restaurant management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to deliver premium boutique-style guest service.
• Good financial and organisational skills.
• Flexible, proactive, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily hotel and restaurant operations.
• Lead and support operational teams across all departments.
• Maintain high standards of guest service and presentation.
• Oversee reservations, occupancy, and F&B performance.
• Manage budgets, cost controls, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and licensing regulations.
• Handle guest feedback and operational issues effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Financial skills

Organisational skills

Guest service

Job description

Temporary General Manager

Location: Swaffham

Hours: 5 days per week / 48 hours

Contract: Temporary

Payrate: £16-£18/h

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Temporary General Manager to oversee the daily operations of our boutique hotel and restaurant. This role is ideal for a hospitality professional who can provide strong leadership, maintain high service standards, and ensure an exceptional guest experience during a fixed-term period.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily hotel and restaurant operations
• Lead and support operational teams across all departments
• Maintain high standards of guest service and presentation
• Oversee reservations, occupancy, and F&B performance
• Manage budgets, cost controls, and reporting
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and licensing regulations
• Handle guest feedback and operational issues effectively

Requirements

• Proven experience in hotel or restaurant management
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to deliver premium boutique-style guest service
• Good financial and organisational skills
• Flexible, proactive, and able to work in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer

• Full-time role: 5 days / 48 hours per week
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Supportive team and well-established venue

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