General Manager – Avant-Garde Spanish Restaurant – New Opening

Trades Workforce Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A new high-profile restaurant in Greater London seeks a dynamic General Manager to lead its launch and operations. This role requires a strong background in fine dining, excellent leadership skills, and an energetic, guest-focused approach. As General Manager, you will shape the restaurant's culture, recruit a passionate team, and collaborate closely with the kitchen to deliver an exceptional dining experience. The position offers a competitive package, with opportunities for long-term progression.

Benefits

Circa £80,000 package

Chance to lead a new opening

Fun, energetic environment

Long-term progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong background in fine dining or Michelin-level restaurants.
• Proven experience in leading restaurant operations.
• Ability to thrive in a busy, energetic atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the restaurant's pre-opening and daily operations.
• Create a guest-focused culture from the ground up.
• Recruit and develop a passionate front-of-house team.
• Collaborate with the kitchen and leadership team for seamless service.
• Uphold high standards of service and detail.

Skills

Fine dining experience

Leadership skills

Guest-focused attitude

Energetic work ethic

Spanish speaking

Job description

We’re working with a brand-new, high-profile Spanish restaurant set to make serious waves on the London dining scene. With an 80-cover dining room, this exciting opening will bring the spirit of modern Spain to life with bold, avant-garde cooking and a touch of molecular gastronomy. They’re on the lookout for a dynamic and experienced General Manager to lead the team from launch and deliver an unforgettable guest experience.

You must have a strong background in fine dining or Michelin-level restaurants and thrive in a busy, energetic atmosphere.

You’ll be wondering what’s in it for you as General Manager…

• Circa £80,000 package
• A chance to lead one of London’s most exciting new openings
• A fun, energetic and fast-paced working environment
• Opportunity to shape the culture and vision of a brand-new team
• Fantastic long-term progression and development prospects

Responsibilities as General Manager…

• Leading all aspects of the restaurant’s pre-opening and day-to-day operations
• Creating an energetic, guest-focused culture from the ground up
• Recruiting and developing a passionate front-of-house team
• Collaborating with the kitchen and senior leadership team to deliver a seamless guest journey
• Upholding high standards of service, detail, and personality in a lively, fine dining setting
• Spanish-speaking would be a real bonus, but is not essential

This is a rare opportunity to be at the forefront of an exciting new chapter in London’s dining scene. If you love Spanish food, modern culinary creativity, and leading high-energy teams, this is the one!

PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK TO BE SUITABLE FOR THIS ROLE.

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