Restaurant General Manager

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Restaurant General Manager for a Rosette-level independent restaurant in West London. This role involves overseeing all operations while ensuring a guest-focused service atmosphere. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in premium dining, a passion for British cuisine, and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000 per year plus additional rewards and benefits.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Loyalty Bonus

Team Festivities

Discounts on retail and travel

Qualifications

• Experience as a Restaurant General Manager in a Rosette-level establishment.
• Passionate about British food and wine.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee restaurant operations ensuring smooth service in a premium setting.
• Build rapport with the community, ensuring guests feel valued.
• Inspire team to maintain high standards in a relaxed atmosphere.
• Manage financial performance while keeping a focus on hospitality.

Skills

Proven experience in premium dining

Passion for top-quality dishes

Friendly and welcoming presence

Job description

Restaurant General Manager

Lead a vibrant and acclaimed West London destination celebrating the best of British food and wine.

We are currently seeking a highly experienced Restaurant General Manager to take the helm of a fantastic Rosette‑level independent restaurant where the kitchen’s focus on top‑quality dishes is matched only by the warmth of its welcome. This is your opportunity to lead an acclaimed West London venue celebrated for its commitment to top‑quality British cuisine and service that masters the art of being both warmly welcoming and highly professional.

Why apply for this Restaurant General Manager role?

• Salary of £50,000 - £60,000 per year plus a share of the service charge.
• Milestone Rewards
• Private Healthcare
• Loyalty Bonus: Earn extra holiday allowance for every year of service after your third year.
• Team Festivities: Two major annual celebrations to recognise your hard work.
• Discounts: Significant savings on retail, gyms, and travel, plus discounts across the group for friends and family.

Key Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of the restaurant, ensuring the service is smooth, friendly, and entirely guest‑focused in a premium setting.
• Act as the face of the venue in West London, building rapport with the community and ensuring every guest feels valued.
• Champion the menu’s focus on the very best British produce and guide the team in delivering knowledgeable service, particularly around the handpicked wine list.
• Inspire your team to deliver a warm, inclusive atmosphere where standards are high but the vibe remains relaxed.
• Manage financial performance and operations without losing sight of the human element of hospitality.

What we're looking for

• Proven experience as a Restaurant General Manager in a Rosette‑level or equivalent premium dining establishment within the UK hospitality sector.
• A genuine foodie with a passion for top‑quality dishes, an appreciation for great wine, and the elevated dining experience.
• A natural host with a friendly, welcoming presence who leads from the front.
• Full Right to Work in the UK is essential; we are looking for candidates currently living within a commutable distance to West London.

If you are an accomplished Restaurant General Manager looking for a definitive career move in West London where the food is exceptional, the wine list is outstanding, and your leadership makes a real difference, this is the opportunity for you.

Apply now – we'd love to hear from you.