General Manager- Country Club & Events Venue

Leisure People; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading club and events venue in North London is seeking an experienced General Manager. The role involves overseeing operations and enhancing customer experiences in a vibrant country club, while focusing on hospitality and community engagement. Suitable candidates will have a background in hospitality management or related fields, with a successful track record of revenue growth. The position offers a competitive salary up to £50,000 with a potential £75,000 O.T.E. along with 50% bonus and excellent benefits.

Benefits

50% bonus

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in a General Manager or similar managerial role in hospitality or sports.
• Proven track record in managing food and beverage operations.
• Ability to grow income streams with strategic sales planning.

Responsibilities

• Inspire the team to deliver exceptional customer experiences.
• Oversee club operations and maintain high standards.
• Develop strategies to enhance sales and retention.
• Manage financial performance and budgets effectively.

Skills

Hospitality management

Leadership skills

Business management

Sales strategy

Financial management

Job description

General Manager- Country Club & Events Venue - North London/Hertfordshire Borders

Up to £50,000+ genuine 50% bonus, £75,000 O.T.E. + excellent benefits

We are looking for a hospitality minded General Manager for a wonderful country club in North London/on the Hertfordshire borders set in the picturesque countryside. At the heart of the club is a vibrant bar and restaurant with airy functions and events rooms spilling out into the green spaces and it is a popular destination for adults' and children's parties and events.

My client is looking for someone with strong hospitality and leadership skills, with a business manager mentality to increase both sports and hospitality revenue whilst maintaining the club's strong social and community feel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, develop and inspire your leadership team and front-line staff to deliver an amazing customer experience and give the members and guests a sense of belonging.
• Take the lead on club operations; ensure the property and grounds are well maintained, clean and safe at all times.
• Work closely with key departments to develop the sales and customer experience strategy to drive sales and retention and improve food, beverage and event revenue.
• Full financial accountability: profit and loss, income, expenditure, helping set the budgets and business plan.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A passion for delivering great hospitality.
• Club Manager, Centre Manager or General Manager experience within a similar sports/hospitality/leisure environment such as sports clubs, country clubs, private members clubs, hospitality/event venues or racquets/fitness/golf clubs.
• A working understanding of managing food and beverage operations and hosting events.
• A proven track record in growing income lines with a clear sales strategy.
• Financial experience managing and controlling budgets and P&L management.
• A flexible approach to working to meet the demands of the position including working some evenings and weekends.

For more information, please click apply and we will be in contact if you have the right level of experience.