General Manager - New Opening

Los Mochis; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Mochis is on the lookout for a General Manager to lead a new dining project in Mayfair, London. This pivotal role involves overseeing pre-opening tasks, managing luxurious guest experiences, and driving operational excellence. If you possess a strong background in high-end hospitality with a passion for excellence, we invite you to join our vision.

Benefits

Private Health Insurance

10 Days Fully Paid Sick Leave

50% Discount When Visiting With Family & Friends

A People-First, Inclusive Culture

Bonus Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a General Manager or senior operator in luxury restaurant.
• Pre-opening experience highly desirable.
• Refined understanding of premium hospitality and guest psychology.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of pre-opening, including recruitment and training.
• Manage daily operations and uphold service standards.
• Create a welcoming environment for guests.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial Acumen

Guest Experience Management

Operational Efficiency

Job description

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Confidential New Opening – Shape the Future of London’s
Luxury Dining Scene

An exclusive new restaurant is set to open in the heart of
Mayfair, one of London’s most prestigious culinary neighbourhoods.

While the name and cuisine remain under wraps, this is a
high-profile launch led by an acclaimed team, blending timeless elegance with
modern luxury. We're now searching for a visionary General Manager to take the
lead from pre-opening through to full launch and beyond.

This is a rare opportunity to join a flagship project from
day one - perfect for a strategic and hands-on leader with a deep understanding
of high-end hospitality, team development, and luxury guest experiences.

About Thesleff Group

Thesleff Group is a forward-thinking luxury hospitality
group, home to some of London’s most dynamic and design-led concepts,
including:

• Los
  Mochis Notting Hill & City – Modern Mexican-Japanese cuisine
• JUNO
  & LUNA Omakase – Exclusive omakase experiences
• Viajante87
  – High-energy cocktail bar and lounge

With continued growth and expansion on the horizon, this is
an exciting time to join our team and make a lasting impact.

• Private
  Health Insurance
• 10
  Days Fully Paid Sick Leave
• 50%
  Discount When Visiting With Family & Friends
• A
  People-First, Inclusive Culture
• Bonus
  Scheme

The Role:

As General Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind one
of London’s most exciting new dining rooms. From assembling a best-in-class
team to refining every service detail, you’ll help define a new standard in
Mayfair hospitality.

You will work closely with senior leadership, ensuring an
exceptional opening and overseeing day-to-day operations with style, precision,
and warmth.

Key Responsibilities:

Pre-Opening & Launch

• Lead
  all aspects of pre-opening, including recruitment, training, system
  implementation, and setup.
• Collaborate
  with the Executive Team to shape the restaurant’s culture, service style,
  and guest journey.
• Build
  a motivated, high-performing team that reflects the venue’s premium ethos.
• Oversee
  logistics, supplier partnerships, and procurement to ensure a seamless
  opening.

Operational Excellence

• Manage
  all aspects of daily operations, delivering smooth, elegant service at
  every touchpoint.
• Drive
  sales, profitability, and operational efficiency, while maintaining cost
  controls.
• Uphold
  uncompromising service standards through ongoing coaching, training, and
  performance management.
• Ensure
  full compliance with health & safety, licensing, and operational
  procedures.

Guest Experience & Brand Ambassadorship

• Create
  a welcoming, polished environment where every guest feels truly valued.
• Build
  and maintain relationships with VIPs, high-profile guests, and key
  industry figures.
• Collaborate
  with marketing, PR, and events teams to deliver activations and brand
  moments.
• Represent
  the restaurant with charisma and confidence — both internally and
  externally.

What We’re Looking For:

• A
  proven track record as a General Manager or senior operator in a luxury,
  high-volume restaurant.
• Pre-opening
  experience is highly desirable.
• A
  refined understanding of premium hospitality and guest psychology.
• Strong
  commercial acumen with a background in budgeting, forecasting, and cost
  control.
• An
  inspiring, hands-on leader with the ability to build and nurture
  high-performance teams.
• Familiarity
  with advanced reservations and service platforms.
• A
  warm, articulate communicator and natural host with attention to every
  detail.

This is a once-in-a-career opportunity to lead a landmark
restaurant from its inception helping shape one of London’s most exciting
culinary destinations before it opens to the world.

If you're a seasoned leader with the drive, discipline, and
flair to help define the future of Mayfair dining, we’d love to hear from you.

Thesleff Group is an equal opportunity employer committed
to diversity and inclusion within the workplace. We encourage applications from
all qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national
origin, age, disability, or other legally protected status.