General Manager - Hands-on, Community-Driven Lounge Lead

Lounge Underwear Ltd.; Cheadle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonus

Overtime pay

20% discount on food and drinks

Career development programs

No uniform policy

Early access to pay

Staff parties and recognition

Job summary

Brezo Lounge is seeking a hands-on General Manager to lead and grow our local lounge. You’ll build and coach a strong team, ensure high hospitality standards, and work closely with the Head Chef on quality and stock.

You’ll drive community engagement and oversee shift reporting across 14 active shifts. As a growing brand across England and Wales with 300+ sites, you’ll shape daily ops, foster career progression, and deliver memorable guest experiences while managing GP, labour, and KPIs to steer

Qualifications

• Must be able to lead and develop cohesive teams across front-of-house and kitchen.
• Strong understanding of GP, labour, stock, and KPIs for decision making.
• Proven track record in hospitality management and people development.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of Brezo Lounge operations and scheduling.
• Build, recruit and develop a strong team with clear development plans.
• Collaborate with Head Chef on quality, stock, and training across shifts.
• Lead weekly leadership meetings and align on performance across 14 shifts.
• Engage with the community and maintain a strong local presence.

Skills

People leadership

Community-minded

Hands-on leadership

Commercial awareness

Hospitality management experience

Job description

Brezo Lounge is seeking a hands-on General Manager to lead and grow our local lounge. You’ll build and coach a strong team, ensure high hospitality standards, and work closely with the Head Chef on quality and stock.

You’ll drive community engagement and oversee shift reporting across 14 active shifts. As a growing brand across England and Wales with 300+ sites, you’ll shape daily ops, foster career progression, and deliver memorable guest experiences while managing GP, labour, and KPIs to steer