General Manager - New Venue & Rooftop Opening - East London - £90,000

COREcruitment International; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a visionary leader to spearhead the opening of a brand-new premium hotel and rooftop venue in East London. This role is perfect for someone with a strong background in hospitality, particularly in launching high-end venues. You'll have the chance to shape the culture and operations from the ground up while working with a dynamic team focused on delivering exceptional guest experiences. If you're passionate about hospitality and ready to bring energy and ambition to a high-profile site, this is the role for you!

Qualifications

• Experience in launching premium hospitality venues with high-end F&B exposure.
• Ability to inspire and train teams while driving service standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the opening of a new premium hotel and rooftop venue.
• Shape culture and operations from day one in a dynamic team.

Skills

Leadership

Hospitality Management

Food & Beverage Knowledge

Team Development

Commercial Acumen

Job description

General Manager – New Venue & Rooftop Opening – East London – £90,000

Opening October 2025

“London’s next iconic opening – where hospitality meets the skyline.”

This is a unique opportunity to become the opening General Manager of a brand-new premium hotel and rooftop venue in Central London. With spectacular views, high-end interiors, and a strong food and beverage identity, this new launch is set to become one of the most exciting openings of 2025.

Backed by a growing hospitality group with an eye for exceptional experiences, this role is perfect for a visionary leader who thrives on guest experience, team development, and operational excellence.

Why this role?

• Brand-new venue – shape the culture and operations from day one

• Exciting group expansion – more openings to come

• Dynamic and people-focused team – where personality matters

The right General Manager:
I am looking for someone who has experience in launching premium hospitality venues – ideally with both high-end F&B exposure. You’ll be a hands-on operator who can lead large teams, drive service standards, and bring energy and ambition to a high-profile site.

You should bring:

• A background lifestyle brand, rooftop bars, or premium restaurants

• Strong F&B knowledge – cocktails, wine, service delivery

• Experience leading openings or rebrands

• A natural leader with an ability to inspire and train teams

• Commercial acumen and confidence at board level

Sound like you?
Send your CV directly to Stuart Hills or call for a confidential chat.