General Manager - Casual Premium Dining

COREcruitment; Lewes; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading casual premium dining brand seeks a General Manager for their Brighton restaurant. This role demands a leader who can drive operational excellence while creating a warm and vibrant guest experience. The ideal candidate must have proven experience in busy venues and a passion for quality food and service.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience as a GM in a busy, quality-led venue.
• Strong track record of progression and stability.
• Passionate about food, people, and service.

Responsibilities

• Creating a brilliant guest-first atmosphere.
• Coaching and developing a high-performing team.
• Taking full ownership of day-to-day operations.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial awareness

Proactivity

Customer service

Team development

Job description

General Manager – Casual Premium Dining
Location: Brighton
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + Bonus

One of the most exciting names on the high street is looking for a standout General Manager to lead their Brighton restaurant.This is a brand with buzz – fresh, bold food, fast-paced service, and a big focus on people.They’re known for doing things right, with a reputation built on quality, energy, and heart.

The Role
You’ll lead from the front – driving standards, motivating your team, and delivering a warm, memorable guest experience.The site runs at pace and volume, so you’ll need to be commercially sharp and operationally slick, but just as importantly, you’ll bring personality and warmth to everything you do.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Creating a brilliant guest-first atmosphere on the floor
• Coaching and developing a happy, high-performing team
• Hitting commercial targets while keeping the vibe on point
• Taking full ownership of day-to-day operations

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has 3+ years’ experience as a GM in a busy, quality-led venue
• Can handle weekly turnovers of £50–70k with confidence
• Has a strong track record of progression and stability
• Is passionate about food, people, and service
• Leads by example and gets the best out of their team
• Thrives in a high-volume, high-energy environment
• Is hands-on, proactive, and commercially astute

Apply now or send your CV to kate at COREcruitment dot com /[e-mail]