General Manager - Mediterranean Restaurant

COREcruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

COREcruitment seeks a General Manager for a premium Mediterranean restaurant in Central London. You will own day-to-day operations, lead a team of 15, and work closely with owners and the kitchen to deliver exceptional food, wine and service in a beautifully designed space.

The role offers autonomy, strong commercial focus and visibility on the floor to create an atmosphere that keeps guests coming back.

Qualifications

• GM experience in a premium or independent restaurant.
• Strong floor presence and guest-facing leadership.
• Commercial awareness including P&L, GP%, ordering and invoicing.
• Experience building, training and developing a small team.
• Collaborative approach with kitchen and owners.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations to ensure flawless service and guest experience.
• Lead and coach a team of around 15, maintaining high standards on service and hospitality.
• Manage floor coverage, scheduling, and labour efficiency.
• Drive commercial performance and dining room atmosphere to maximise guest loyalty.

Skills

GM experience

Floor leadership

P&L knowledge

Team training

Hospitality flair

Job description

General Manager - Mediterranean Restaurant

Central London
£55,000 - £60,000

This is a gorgeous little restaurant - Mediterranean cooking, brilliant wines and a beautifully designed, intimate space in Central London.

We're looking for a General Manager who genuinely enjoys running a restaurant. You'll have real ownership of the day-to-day operation, working closely with the owners and kitchen team to make sure the food, service and overall guest experience all come together.

It's a role with loads of autonomy, so you need to be self-sufficient, commercially switched on and comfortable making decisions. Just as importantly, you'll be visible on the floor, leading the team and creating the kind of atmosphere that keeps guests coming back.

48 covers | £50 average spend | Team of 15

We're looking for:

• GM experience within a quality independent or premium restaurant
• A proper floor presence - someone who loves service and leads from the front
• Strong commercial knowledge across P&L, GP%, ordering and invoicing
• Someone confident building, training and developing a small team
• A collaborative approach - particularly when working with the kitchen
• Genuine interest in great food, wine and hospitality

This would really suit someone who wants to own their restaurant rather than just manage it, while still having the support and involvement of engaged owners.