General Manager - Welwyn Garden City

megan's; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A Mediterranean restaurant group in Welwyn Garden City is seeking a dynamic General Manager to lead the team and drive sales. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment while maximizing performance and maintaining high standards. You will be responsible for the restaurant's financial health and team development, with a salary package of up to £45,000 and on-track earnings of £55,000. Enjoy perks like discounted meals, 28 days holiday, and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

50% off meals

Team socials

Employee Assistance Programme

Early access to wages

Long service awards

Free meals on shift

Pension contributions

28 days holiday

Qualifications

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Experience in leading a team and driving performance.
• Strong understanding of sales and financial metrics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the restaurant team and create a vibrant atmosphere.
• Drive sales and manage labor and stock efficiently.
• Meet performance targets and develop team members.

Skills

Team Leadership

Sales Maximization

Financial Management

Customer Service

Job description

General Manager - Welwyn Garden City

What We're Looking For

If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, love a buzzing floor, and can keep a team energised through every brunch rush and dinner peak, you’ll feel right at home with us.

You’ll be the heartbeat of the restaurant – leading from the front, owning the vibe, and driving the numbers like a pro.

You’ll know how to maximise sales without losing the magic, keep labour and stock tighter than a perfectly rolled flatbread, and make smart commercial calls when it matters most.

Smash your targets, grow your team, and build a business that guests (and the P&L) adore.

Fresh food, high standards, big personality – it’s all part of the deal.

What’s in it for you? Pay

Salary package of up to £45,000 per year* (combined fixed annual salary and base tronc), plus additional, uncapped tronc potential, based on site performance.

On track earnings £55,000 based on current site performance.

Perks & Treats

• 50% off when you dine with your favourite people
• Plenty of fun, feel‑good team socials
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential support 24/7 including mental health sessions
• Early access to wages through Stream
• Long service awards and celebrations
• Free, delicious Megan’s food & drinks on every shift
• Plus all the usual standard stuff like pension contributions & 28 days holiday

Grow With Us

• Ongoing training & real progression opportunities – if you want to move into operational leadership, we’ll back you
• Get involved in new openings as we grow
• Opportunities to move between our neighbourhood restaurants and build your career across the group

Come for the kebab, stay for the career

About us…We’re an independently owned, dog‑friendly collection of 20+ neighbourhood restaurants, serving up fresh Mediterranean‑inspired food from brunch through to cocktails.

With exciting growth plans, there are big opportunities to build your career with us, plus plenty of fun along the way – our team parties are the stuff of legends.

We’re a diverse, inclusive bunch who make sure everyone feels genuinely welcome, and we’re proud to support local charities and be a real force for good in our communities.

At Megan’s, our people are the magic.

Yes, we’ve got dreamy interiors, food inspired by sunny places and fresh cocktails shaken to perfection, but the real reason our restaurants feel so special? The team.

They’re what set us apart and what everyone who works here and visits us loves most.

If you’re ready to be part of our amazing team and take the next step in your career, apply to be our next superstar GM and unleash your magic!

Megan’s Restaurants is an equal‑opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees.

Package includes membership of an independently managed tronc arrangement through which service charge is allocated outside of and in addition to your basic pay from your employment