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General Manager - The Royal Exchange

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Job summary

JR United Kingdom is seeking an experienced General Manager for The Royal Exchange restaurant located in Preston. The successful candidate will lead the team, ensure excellent service, and drive performance in a fast-paced dining environment. This role offers the opportunity to cultivate talent and make strategic decisions in an iconic setting.

Qualifications

  • Experience in restaurant management required.
  • Strong leadership and motivational skills essential.
  • Ability to handle pressure in a fast-paced environment necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the restaurant to meet and exceed standards and targets.
  • Coach and develop managers for efficiency.
  • Conduct monthly reviews aligned with company objectives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills
Teamwork
Leadership
Problem-solving
Organizational skills
Communication
Business awareness

Job description

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General Manager - The Royal Exchange, Preston, Lancashire

Location: Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Our Royal Exchange satellite bar & restaurant is located in the heart of Bank, London. This bustling location is within walking distance to bus stops and Bank station, offering easy access to the London CBD.

The Fortnum’s Restaurant and Bar at the Royal Exchange Courtyard is one of London’s most Instagrammable restaurants, serving fine caviar, oysters, smoked salmon, and a selection of cocktails. The restaurant operates breakfast, lunch, dinner, and afternoon tea services five days a week.

We are seeking an experienced General Manager to lead this successful restaurant and deliver an exceptional customer experience.

Key Accountabilities:
  • Lead the restaurant to meet and exceed standards and targets
  • Coach and develop managers for efficiency, leading by example
  • Update management on business performance and initiatives
  • Regularly tour the restaurant
  • Chair management meetings
  • Own monthly reporting, highlighting performance, opportunities, and risks
  • Conduct monthly one-to-one reviews aligned with company objectives
  • Communicate effectively to empower managers and involve them in developments
  • Demonstrate strong planning, organization, and time management skills
Candidate Skills and Experience:
  • Excellent interpersonal skills for staff and customer relations
  • Teamwork and cooperation skills
  • Leadership and motivation abilities
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Good business awareness
  • Strong communication skills
  • Organizational skills for efficient operations
  • Independent decision-making
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Flexible, hands-on approach

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