Restaurant General Manager

Compass Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A major hospitality company is seeking a passionate Restaurant General Manager for its new venue in London. You will lead a dedicated team to deliver exceptional service while managing daily operations. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in high-volume restaurant management and strong leadership skills. Attractive benefits include professional development opportunities and a wellbeing strategy.

Benefits

Personal Development and Training opportunities

Life assurance scheme

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Access to Healthcare Support App

Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition schemes and people awards

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing restaurant teams, ideally in high-volume or multi-concept venues.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on motivating and developing your team.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated team of up to 50 staff to deliver exceptional service standards.
• Manage daily operations including service, health & safety, stock control, and financial targets.
• Collaborate with culinary and drinks teams to bring the brand and concept to life.

Skills

Leadership skills

Guest-first mindset

Organisational and communication skills

Experience in high-volume venues

Job description

Overview

Restaurant General Manager - Guinness Open Gate Brewery, London

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum

Working pattern: 40 hours per week, 5 over 7

Opening December 2025 - hiring now!

Step into a landmark role at the heart of London's newest hospitality destination.

The Porters Table:

The Porters Table is all about BIG, BOLD Flavors..... and a nod to Guinness\' brewing past. It is named for the porters who made it!

This is where history meets hospitality.

Back in the day, Covent Garden\'s porters (the hard-working lot carrying goods through the market) couldn\'t get enough of it. So, here\'s to them - this bold, grill-inspired space brings together big flavors and seriously good food, with Guinness as the perfect pairing.

And yes, it\'s called The Porter\'s Table because every great meal starts with a seat at the table.

Responsibilities

About the Role

As Restaurant General Manager, you will be the driving force behind one of the two restaurant concepts, responsible for:

• Leading a dedicated team of up to 50 staff to deliver exceptional service standards.
• Ensuring every guest enjoys a memorable and seamless dining experience.
• Supporting recruitment, training, and development of your team, fostering a positive and collaborative culture.
• Managing daily operations including service, health & safety, stock control, and financial targets.
• Collaborating with culinary and drinks teams to bring the brand and concept to life.
• Playing a key role in the pre-opening phase, including staff onboarding, systems setup, and launch readiness.

Qualifications

About You

You are an experienced and passionate hospitality professional with a track record of successfully managing high-quality restaurant operations. You thrive in fast-paced environments and have a genuine passion for creating memorable guest experiences.

You will bring:

• Proven experience managing restaurant teams, ideally in high-volume or multi-concept venues.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on motivating and developing your team.
• A guest-first mindset, with the ability to maintain high standards of service and hospitality.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Flexibility and drive to work in a dynamic, evolving pre-opening and launch environment.

Benefits

What's in it for you?

Working with Company of Cooks has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we\'ve developed a range of benefits to keep you happy.

• Personal Development and Training opportunities
• Life assurance scheme
• Pension scheme
• Holiday allowance
• Access to Healthcare Support App which includes Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion
• Eye care
• A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance
• Family friendly support
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Volunteering days
• Professional subscriptions
• Recognition schemes and people awards
• Long service awards
• Access to some great high street discount vouchers