General Manager - New Opening

Blacklock; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality chain is seeking a General Manager for their new Birmingham location. This role involves leading operations, fostering a positive work culture, and ensuring the restaurant's success. The ideal candidate is an experienced leader passionate about hospitality, with a focus on people and performance. Benefits include generous holiday leave, discounts, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

50% off food (up to 4 people)

30 days' holiday (including birthday and company holidays)

Enhanced family leave options

Charity volunteering days

Paid breaks during double shifts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in hospitality management.
• Strong people leadership skills and a positive attitude.
• Ability to manage operations and maintain safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the restaurant's operations ensuring cultural and financial success.
• Foster a positive environment for both staff and guests.
• Manage resources and uphold safety standards.

Skills

Hospitality management

People leadership

Operational management

Financial oversight

Job description

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General Manager - New Opening, Birmingham

Client:

Blacklock

Location:

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

01.08.2025

Expiry Date:

15.09.2025

Job Description:

We are excited to bring Blacklock to Birmingham later this year in a beautiful listed building in the heart of a city we admire. Blacklock is born from a love of great meat and fantastic experiences, championing the Chophouse tradition, unpretentious and open to all.

We are seeking a General Manager to lead our new opening and bring the Chop Love to our newest location.

Why Blacklock...

Our restaurants are voted in the Top 100 in the UK and are happy places to work that prioritize our people. We focus on meaningful careers, serving the best British produce with genuine hospitality. As a B-Corp, we promote an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and grow. We value diversity and respect all voices and backgrounds, ensuring everyone leaves happy—including you!

Our Offer to You

We prioritize our team’s welfare and happiness, offering benefits such as:

• Experience at one of our restaurants after passing probation
• Anniversary gifts including weekends away and sabbaticals
• 50% off food (up to 4 people)
• 30 days' holiday (including birthday and company holidays)
• Enhanced family leave options
• Charity volunteering days
• Paid breaks during double shifts
• Days off on Christmas and New Year’s
• Family meals and soft drinks at work
• Cycle and Tech Schemes, discounts, and more

Your Role as a General Manager

We seek an experienced, people-focused leader with hospitality skills to ensure our restaurant thrives culturally, operationally, and financially. You will lead by example, fostering a positive environment for staff and guests, managing operations, and maintaining safety standards. If you’re a natural leader passionate about people and performance, we want to hear from you!