Restaurant General Manager

Rossella; Greater London; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holiday

Staff meals

4-day work week

Mon closed Mondays

Job summary

Rossella in Muswell Hill is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead a busy Italian restaurant serving 200+ covers. You’ll drive service, manage the FOH team, rotas, recruitment and training, while upholding high standards and guest satisfaction.

You’ll work closely with the Head Chef and owners in a hands-on, floor-led leadership role. This 4-day week position offers a competitive salary, paid holiday, staff meals, and an opportunity to own and develop a growing operation in a family-run

Qualifications

• Strong restaurant management experience.
• Experience in high-volume Italian restaurants.
• Proven leadership and organisational skills.
• Hands-on approach to floor service.
• Commitment to long-term position.

Responsibilities

• Lead front-of-house during service and ensure smooth operations.
• Manage FOH team, rotas, recruitment and training.
• Maintain service standards and guest relations, from greeting to departure.
• Collaborate closely with Head Chef and owners to uphold quality and ambiance.

Skills

Restaurant management

Italian restaurant exp

High-volume service

Leadership

Organisation

Hands-on service

Customer service

Long-term commitment

Job description

GENERAL MANAGER – ROSSELLA MUSWELL HILL. Rossella is a busy, family‑run Italian restaurant with two locations in North London. Our original restaurant has been established for over 15 years, and we’re looking for an experienced General Manager to lead our new Muswell Hill restaurant. This is a busy, high‑volume restaurant regularly serving 200+ covers. We’re looking for a hands‑on GM who enjoys leading from the floor, managing and developing a team, and maintaining excellent service and standards. You’ll be responsible for running service, managing the FOH team, rotas, recruitment and training, maintaining standards, handling guests and working closely with the Head Chef and owners. We’re looking for:

• Strong restaurant management experience.
• Italian restaurant experience.
• Experience with high‑volume restaurants.
• Strong leadership and organisation.
• Hands‑on approach to service.
• Excellent customer service.
• Someone looking for a long‑term position.

What we offer:

• £47,250–£52,400 depending on experience.
• 45–50 hours per week.
• Predominantly 4‑day working week.
• Two consecutive days off + another day off.
• Closed every Monday.
• Paid holiday.
• Staff meals.
• 5‑day closure over Christmas.

If you’re an experienced restaurant manager who wants to take ownership of a busy restaurant and team, we’d love to hear from you.

Experience: Required
Employment: Full-time
Schedule: 45–50 hours | 4-day week
Salary: £47,250 – £52,400 yearly
Starting time: Immediate start!

About Rossella:
Rossella is a traditional Italian restaurant, serving classic Italian cuisine. We are always looking for enthusiastic staff with a passion forhospitality......