General Manager - Beautiful Independent Café | £40,000 + Bonus | Great Work-Life Balance

COREcruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving independent café in Chelsea is seeking a passionate General Manager to lead a talented team. You will manage P&L, oversee training, and drive sales while ensuring a high-quality guest experience. The ideal candidate has café management experience, a creative mindset, and a passion for great food and service. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a beloved local venue.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a General Manager in a café or similar hospitality environment.
• Strong business and commercial mindset, confident with P&L and sales growth.
• A natural leader who inspires and develops their team.
• Creative, proactive, and full of ideas to enhance guest experience.
• Positive personality who’ll fit seamlessly into a friendly, long-standing team.
• Passion for great food, service, and community.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 10+, manage P&L, and oversee training and development.
• Maximise sales and enhance the café’s strong reputation.
• Work closely with the owners on cafe operations.

Skills

General Manager experience

Business and commercial mindset

Leadership

Creativity

Positive personality

Passion for food and service

Job description

We’re looking for a passionate and business-minded General Manager to take the lead at a buzzy, much-loved café in Chelsea. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving independent business with a loyal following, a beautiful setup (both indoor and outdoor spaces), and a talented team.

About the Venue:

This café is a true local gem, known for its warm atmosphere, and lively energy throughout the day. It’s a place where quality, personality, and community really matter.

About the Role:

We’re looking for a GM who’s both hands‑on and entrepreneurial, someone who can bring fresh ideas, maximise sales, and continue to build on the café’s strong reputation. You’ll lead a team of 10+, manage P&L, oversee training and development, and work closely with the owners. A little bar experience would be a bonus, from menu tweaks to introducing new alcoholic beverage offerings, but what really matters is your drive, creativity, and people‑first approach.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience as a General Manager in a café or similar hospitality environment
• Strong business and commercial mindset, confident with P&L and sales growth
• A natural leader who inspires and develops their team
• Creative, proactive, and full of ideas to enhance guest experience
• Positive personality who’ll fit seamlessly into a friendly, long‑standing team
• Passion for great food, service, and community

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your CV to Kate B OR call 0207 790 2666