General Manager - Premium Restaurant

COREcruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative restaurant group is seeking a dynamic General Manager to lead their high-energy team. This role offers the chance to shape guest experiences and drive commercial success in a vibrant environment. With a focus on quality and creativity, the ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and financial acumen, thriving in a fast-paced setting. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing company that values passion and presence. If you have a proven track record in the restaurant industry and are ready to take on a challenging role, this is the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a high-end, fast-paced restaurant setting.
• Experience launching new sites or handling major projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, including opening, closing, and cash handling.
• Drive guest experience and manage a top-tier team.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Acumen

Commercial Awareness

Team Development

Problem Solving

Job description

The Business:

This isn't your run-of-the-mill restaurant group. They're doing things differently - delivering stand-out experiences in stunning surroundings, with quality and creativity at the heart of it all. As they continue to grow, there's serious career potential on offer for the right person.

The Role:
This is a full-throttle General Manager role, leading from the front in a high-performing, high-energy environment. You'll need to bring passion, presence, and commercial know-how - driving both the guest experience and the bottom line.

What You'll Be Doing:

1. Running the show day-to-day - opening, closing, reporting, and cash handling
2. Leading daily briefings and floor management with confidence
3. Developing and supporting a top-tier team
4. Creating standout guest experiences and handling issues with ease
5. Managing rotas, recruitment, training, and menu development
6. Full P&L ownership and forecasting
7. Setting and implementing clear SOPs
8. Driving commercial performance and organic growth

What They're Looking For:

1. A natural leader who thrives on the floor and brings infectious energy
2. Strong financial acumen and commercial awareness
3. Confident managing a high-volume, premium site with full autonomy
4. Experience launching new sites or handling major projects
5. At least 5 years in a high-end, fast-paced restaurant setting
6. A proven track record of growth - commercially, financially, and as a team
7. Big personality, passionate about people, food, and wine
8. Sharp, well-presented, and flexible

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your CV to Kate at COREcruitment dot com.