General Manager Restaurant New Opening Northamptonshire

Concept Technical; Northampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic dining venue in Northamptonshire is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead the food and beverage team. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership skills in a high-volume Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) environment and a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, maintaining service excellence, and driving revenue growth. This role offers competitive salary and bonus potential, as well as the opportunity to make a significant impact in a new opening.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus potential

Supportive culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a QSR-led environment.
• At least 1 year in a similar management role.
• A natural leader, solution-focused and confident.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operation, driving standards and motivating the team.
• Oversee daily catering operations in a high-volume site.
• Deliver an exceptional customer experience consistently.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality control.
• Support training and ensure collaboration between teams.
• Identify ways to boost revenue and streamline processes.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Organisational skills

Commercial mindset

Job description

General Manager Restaurant Branded New Opening Northamptonshire

Are you a dynamic, hands‑on leader with a passion for casual dining? We're looking for an experienced General Manager to lead the food and beverage team at one of the UK's most exciting venues. This is a pivotal role, perfect for someone who thrives in a casual dining restaurant‑led environment and can hit the ground running.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading from the front: You'll be the face of the operation, setting the pace, driving standards, and keeping the team motivated.
• Running the show: Oversee daily catering operations across a busy, high‑volume site.
• Championing service: Deliver an exceptional customer experience every time.
• Maintaining excellence: Take ownership of food safety, compliance, cleanliness, cash handling, and quality control.
• Team builder: Support training, lead rotas, and ensure strong collaboration between BOH and FOH teams.
• Driving growth: Identify ways to boost revenue, streamline processes, and help build a strong events trade.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in a QSR‑led environment - you know how to handle pressure and volume.
• At least 1 year in a similar management role.
• A natural leader - confident, composed, and solution‑focused.
• Passionate about customer service and creating standout experiences.
• Flexible with working hours and holds a clean UK driving licence.
• Strong organisational skills and a commercial mindset.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of an energetic, ambitious team gearing up for an exciting season.
• Work in a unique, high‑energy venue where no two days are the same.
• Competitive salary and bonus potential.
• Put your own stamp on a new opening.
• Enjoy team perks, a supportive culture, and a chance to make your mark.