General Manager – New Restaurant Opening

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a General Manager to lead a flagship restaurant opening in Edinburgh. This role requires a proven background in high-end operations, with a focus on guest experience and financial management. Join a dynamic team and create a unique destination for discerning guests.

Qualifications

• Proven operational experience in high-end restaurants.
• Ability to exceed guest expectations.
• Experience in P&L ownership.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations and manage guest experience.
• Make commercial decisions and manage costs.
• Ensure the successful opening of a new venue.

Skills

Guest experience

Commercial acumen

Leadership

P&L management

Job description

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Client:

COREcruitment Ltd

Location:

edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

07.06.2025

Expiry Date:

22.07.2025

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Job Description:

The Opportunity:

One of the most exciting launches of the year is landing in South West London – think high summer footfall, a knockout location, and a premium fit-out that’s set to turn heads. This is the sister venue to an already hugely successful Restaurant & Bar, but with a more refined, grown-up edge.

The Role:

We're looking for a General Manager to lead this flagship opening. You'll have the backing of a highly experienced Operations Director and a solid senior team already in place. The venue is forecast to turn over around £6 million annually and will attract an affluent, discerning crowd.

This is about more than running shifts – it’s about creating a destination. You'll bring style, substance and serious hospitality know-how. You'll be confident on the floor, hands-on with your team, and totally focused on guest experience.

As this is an independent, privately-owned business, you'll have freedom and influence – but also full accountability. You'll be expected to think like an owner, make commercial decisions, and bring solutions, not problems. If you’ve got an entrepreneurial mindset, this is your playground.

The Person:

• A proven operator from high-end restaurants, with an eye for quality and detail
• Obsessed with guest experience – you know how to exceed expectations
• Charismatic, warm and naturally engaging – guests and teams gravitate towards you
• Operationally strong and present – you lead from the front
• Commercially savvy – P&L ownership, driving sales, managing costs
• Comfortable working with autonomy – this isn’t a role for someone who needs a big support structure
• Experience with new openings is a major bonus – this is a big one and needs a steady, experienced hand