General Manager (Oxford)

Gravity Recruit; Oxford; On-site; GBP 46,800 - 57,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary plus bonus

Private healthcare

Generous holiday allowance

Enhanced family‑friendly benefits

Industry‑leading training

Job summary

Gravity Recruit is partnering with a respected hospitality operator to recruit an experienced General Manager for a flagship premium restaurant in Oxford. You will oversee day-to-day operations and drive commercial success while leading a passionate team.

The role offers a competitive salary (£52,000) with bonus and comprehensive benefits, plus opportunities for career progression within a growing group. Applicants must have right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• GM experience in branded restaurant or hospitality
• Proven track record leading busy, high-volume operations
• Strong commercial acumen with budgets, costs and profitability
• Passion for delivering exceptional food, drink and service
• Excellent leadership, coaching and people development

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day restaurant operations and commercial performance
• Lead, inspire and develop a high-performing team
• Drive financial performance and cost controls
• Deliver consistently high guest experiences
• Shape the business with strategic growth in mind

Skills

GM experience

High-volume operations

Budget & profitability

Food & beverage excellence

Leadership & development

Communication & relationships

Hands-on management

Job description

General Manager – Premium Branded Restaurant

Location: Oxford

Salary: £52,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Gravity Recruit is proud to be partnering with a highly respected, award-winning hospitality operator to recruit an experienced General Manager for one of its flagship premium restaurant locations in Oxford.

This is an outstanding opportunity to take the reins of a well-established, high-profile restaurant with an excellent reputation for quality food, exceptional service, and a loyal customer base. Joining a business with ambitious growth plans and a genuine commitment to developing its people, you'll have the chance to make a real impact while building a rewarding long-term career.

The Opportunity

As General Manager, you will have full responsibility for the day-to-day operation and commercial success of the restaurant.

You’ll lead, inspire and develop a passionate team, creating an environment where colleagues thrive and guests enjoy exceptional hospitality every time they visit. From driving financial performance and maintaining operational excellence to developing future talent, you’ll have the autonomy to shape your business while being supported by an established and successful hospitality group.

This is more than managing a restaurant—it's an opportunity to lead a flagship operation, build an outstanding team, and deliver memorable guest experiences in a premium dining environment.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking an experienced hospitality professional with the leadership skills, commercial awareness, and passion to deliver consistently high standards.

You will have:

• A minimum of two years' experience as a General Manager within a quality branded restaurant or hospitality environment.
• A proven track record of successfully leading busy, high-volume operations.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience managing budgets, controlling costs, and driving profitability.
• A passion for delivering exceptional food, drink, and customer service.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and people development skills.
• Outstanding communication and relationship-building abilities.
• A hands‑on management style with a genuine passion for hospitality.

What's on Offer

Our client offers an excellent rewards package, including:

• Competitive salary plus performance-related bonus
• Private healthcare
• Generous holiday allowance with the option to purchase additional leave
• Enhanced family‑friendly benefits
• Industry‑leading training and leadership development
• Structured career progression within a growing hospitality group
• Ongoing coaching and mentoring
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff dining discounts
• Retail and lifestyle discount platform
• Long‑service recognition awards
• Refer‑a‑Friend bonus
• Flexible access to earned pay
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Apply Today

If you're an ambitious General Manager looking to join a successful and expanding hospitality business that values its people and offers genuine opportunities for career progression, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today through Gravity Recruit for a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity.

Please note: Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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