General Manager - Independent Neighbourhood Restaurant & Wine Shop

COREcruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A beloved independent restaurant and wine shop is seeking a General Manager to lead its operations in East London. This role requires overseeing all aspects of the business, from team leadership to financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a passion for hospitality and wine, exhibit strong leadership skills, and cultivate a welcoming atmosphere for guests. Competitive salary of up to £55,000 plus bonus is offered, fully supported by an engaging environment.

Qualifications

• Warm and approachable personality with a focus on guest experience.
• Ability to build stable teams and deliver genuine hospitality.
• Financially competent and able to report clearly to ownership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the business operations including leadership and guest experience.
• Manage ordering, purchasing, recruitment, and financial reporting.
• Maintain a welcoming atmosphere while managing a busy operation.

Skills

Guest-focused hospitality

Strong leadership skills

Financial competence

WSET Level 2

Creativity

Job description

General Manager – Independent Neighbourhood Restaurant & Wine Shop

East London

Up to £55,000 plus bonus

Overview

A much-loved East London institution serving quality pizza, pasta and natural wines. Independent, packed with character and consistently busy, with a loyal local following.

Responsibilities

This restaurant, alongside its neighbouring wine shop, operates across 140 covers including a terrace and private dining room. It’s a true neighbourhood favourite with year-round footfall.

The General Manager will work in close partnership with the owner, overseeing the full 360 of the business – team leadership, guest experience, ordering, purchasing, recruitment, L&D, financial reporting and overall commercial performance.

A strong focus on people and product is essential. The site needs someone who can bring structure, consistency and clarity while maintaining the relaxed, welcoming atmosphere it’s known for. Confidence with both old and new world wines is important, as is the ability to manage a busy, multi-faceted operation.

Qualifications

• Warm, approachable and ego‑free, with plenty of personality and creativity
• Guest‑focused, delivering genuine hospitality
• Demonstrate building solid and stable teams
• Strong leadership skills – able to build a confident, well‑trained, energised team
• Financially competent, able to report clearly to ownership
• WSET Level 2
• Thrives in an independent environment; solutions‑led and hands‑on
• Passionate about restaurants, food and wine, with a natural flair for the role

To discuss the role in more detail, please apply or send your CV to [e-mail]