Restaurant General Manager

Aimbridge; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality provider in Leeds is seeking a Restaurant General Manager for Azotea, a rooftop bar and restaurant. The role involves overseeing operations, managing staff, and ensuring exceptional customer service. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in restaurant management and strong leadership skills. This position includes industry-leading benefits and opportunities for personal growth.

Benefits

Industry leading training and leadership development

Hotel discounts portfolio wide

Uncapped incentives

33 days of holiday per annum

Access to hotel gym facilities

Qualifications

• Prior experience in restaurant management or a related field.
• Deep understanding of restaurant industry standards and best practices.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of restaurant and bar operations.
• Manage and recruit staff, ensuring high levels of customer service.
• Develop menus and maintain inventory and budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Customer service

Job description

Who are we?

Azotea is one of the newest and coolest rooftop bars and restaurants in Leeds. As an independent restaurant, all of our menus and service ideas are our own!

You will have the support of Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA, who are a division of the global Aimbridge Hospitality brand. As a rooftop restaurant above Hyatt Place & Hyatt House, the restaurant has a captive audience!

What is in it for you?

As part of the Azotea team, you will have access to industry leading benefits that include

• Industry leading training and leadership development opportunities
• Hotel discounts portfolio wide – Staff rates and up to 50% discount on food & beverage and spa
• Access to Stream - Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing
• 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme
• Uncapped incentives to reward you for your contributions
• Company sick pay - Giving you piece of mind when you need it the most
• 33 days of holiday per annum
• Staff meals on duty
• Paid breaks
• Access to hotel gym facilities
• Career and lifestyle breaks – Allowing you to take time off for key life events.

A day in the life of…

As Azotea's Restaurant General Manager, you’ll be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the restaurant and bar operations. This includes recruiting, managing staff, ensuring high levels of customer service, developing menus, maintaining inventory and budgets, and enforcing health and safety regulations. The manager must also monitor industry trends, analyse sales and financial reports, and work with marketing and sales teams to promote the restaurant's offerings. The role requires personality, exceptional leadership, communication, and organisational skills, as well as a deep knowledge of industry standards and best practices.

What do we need from you?

• Prior experience in restaurant management or a related field in an upscale venue.
• A deep understanding of restaurant industry standards and best practices.
• You\'ll have a personality that wows our customers from first meet.
• You’ll be an inspirational leader with first class communication, and organisational skills.
• You’ll be equipped with a commitment to delivering an exceptional guest experience and living through our brand standards

At Aimbridge, we recognise that people are the heart of our business. As a Global leader, we are committed to representing our global community and offering everyone ‘A Place to Grow’

So, click apply today, we’d love to welcome you to our inclusive team shaping the future of hospitality.