Restaurant General Manager

The Pig at Combe; Honiton; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Restaurant General Manager to lead their vibrant restaurant team. This exciting role involves overseeing operations, enhancing guest satisfaction, and developing staff while maintaining high brand standards. The company prides itself on using locally sourced ingredients and offers unique benefits, including free stays and discounts. If you're a commercially minded leader with a flair for hospitality and a desire for progression, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free B&B staff stays

35% discount on food and drinks

Meals on duty

Annual holiday increase (up to 33 days)

Take-home goods at cost price

Free access to GP and counselling services

Learning & development courses

Anniversary vouchers for dinner with wine

Qualifications

• 3+ years as a Restaurant General Manager or similar role.
• Experience with high-standard, volume restaurants.

Responsibilities

• Oversee restaurant operations and enhance guest experiences.
• Manage costs, payroll, and inventory effectively.

Skills

Restaurant Management

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Commercial Awareness

Upselling

Job description

Location: THE PIG - at Combe, Honiton, Devon.

Pay: Up to £45,000 DOE plus additional tronc points (OTE £52,000) and performance-based annual bonus.

Hours: Full Time, 45 hours per week, including evenings and weekends.

We are excited to begin our search for a passionate and customer-focused Restaurant General Manager to lead the busy Restaurant, Bar & Wine teams at THE PIG – at Combe. This role offers a rare opportunity to join the group in a senior position with potential for future progression.

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced Restaurant General Manager to oversee and drive all aspects of our restaurant operations. You will have a passion for teamwork and developing people to deliver our purpose of 'The Future of Caring and Considered Hospitality'. We pride ourselves on locally sourced ingredients and an extensive wine list, from wines across the world and local British produce to our own PIG offerings. We encourage direct supplier engagement, including trips and tours to enhance knowledge for you and your team.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Overseeing the running of the Restaurant, leading by example with a focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences.
2. Implementing innovative strategies to enhance guest satisfaction and revenue.
3. Managing restaurant operations within budget and maintaining high brand standards.
4. Attracting, recruiting, and training your team, supporting their development to meet goals.
5. Supporting the F&B Head of Departments and coordinating operations between the restaurant, bar, and wine departments.
6. Monitoring guest feedback and resolving issues promptly.
7. Managing costs, including payroll, inventory, waste, and stock control.
8. Overseeing staff rosters and payroll to meet business needs.
9. Covering Duty Manager shifts and ensuring health and safety measures are followed efficiently.

Skills & Experience Required:

1. At least 3 years’ experience in a Restaurant General Manager role or similar, across multiple sites.
2. Experience managing high-standard, volume restaurants with traditional menus.
3. Commercially minded and entrepreneurial, able to identify opportunities to increase sales and enhance guest experiences.
4. Target-driven and enthusiastic about upselling.
5. Confidence and capability to act as Duty Manager during shifts.
6. Professional approach to safety and emergency situations.
7. Ambition to develop and progress within hotel operations.

We are dedicated to making THE PIGs an inspiring, exciting, and fun place to work. In return, you can expect some unique benefits:

• Staff stays – free B&B.
• 35% discount on food, beverages & treatments.
• Meals on duty.
• Annual holiday increase (up to 33 days).
• Take-home goods at cost price.
• Free access for you and your family to on-demand GP, Physiotherapy, and counselling services through Help@Hand.
• A range of learning & development courses.
• Anniversary vouchers – dinner with wine for 2.

Home Grown Hotels is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against candidates based on any of the protected characteristics set out in the Equalities Act 2010.