General Manager – All‑Day Café & Bar Leader

Compass Group UK & Ireland; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company is seeking a Bar & Restaurant Manager for their Grind Cafe at Waterloo Station. The role involves leading a vibrant team, ensuring exceptional service, and managing operations from morning coffee to late-night cocktails. Candidates should have hands-on leadership experience in high-volume environments and passion for team development. The position offers a full-time contract with a competitive salary and a range of excellent Compass benefits.

Benefits

Work-Life Balance

Access to discounts and savings

Personal Development opportunities

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a high-volume café, bar, or casual dining environment.
• Strong financial and organisational skills.
• Genuine passion for people and service-driven attitude.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and inspire your team to deliver legendary service.
• Manage the transition from café to bar, ensuring smooth operations.
• Manage budgets and stock to drive performance.
• Mentor staff and foster a fun working environment.
• Engage with guests to create a welcoming atmosphere.

Skills

Hands-on leadership experience

Financial acumen

Service-driven attitude

Team building and mentoring

Job description

A leading hospitality company is seeking a Bar & Restaurant Manager for their Grind Cafe at Waterloo Station. The role involves leading a vibrant team, ensuring exceptional service, and managing operations from morning coffee to late-night cocktails. Candidates should have hands-on leadership experience in high-volume environments and passion for team development. The position offers a full-time contract with a competitive salary and a range of excellent Compass benefits.