Restaurant General Manager

Prezzo Italian; Ware; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading Italian restaurant as a General Manager where you'll lead a passionate team in delivering outstanding guest experiences. At Prezzo, you’ll foster a culture of excellence, teamwork, and growth while embracing the restaurant's mission to create memorable moments for guests.

Benefits

Bonus and Commission Schemes

50% off food and drink

Free meals on shift

Birthday off

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a General Manager or senior manager in hospitality.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate high-performing teams.
• Strong commercial awareness with experience in P&L management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the restaurant team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Develop and inspire high-performing teams.
• Make real-time decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Operational efficiency

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Job description

As a General Manager at Prezzo, you’ll be at the heart of your restaurant, leading your team to success while delivering exceptional Italian hospitality.

We’re looking for someone who can inspire and develop their team, creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to grow.

You will excel at building relationships with guests and team members, fostering an environment where our values shine. Most importantly, you’ll embrace our belief that nothing is too much trouble when it comes to making our guests happy—because at Prezzo, success isn’t just about great dining, it’s about creating better careers and better moments for everyone involved.

Prezzo is a place where you can learn, lead, and love what you do, in an environment where everyone is valued, encouraged, and supported to grow. Whether supporting team members, enhancing guest experiences, or finding new ways to improve, you’ll make a real impact every day.

We celebrate achievements confidently, proudly, joyfully—and always together.

Our Person

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about hospitality and committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences.
• A strong, people-focused leader capable of developing and inspiring a high-performing team.
• Business-savvy, able to balance customer satisfaction with operational efficiency and profitability.
• Adaptable and proactive, making real-time decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Focused on excellence in service, cleanliness, compliance, and team engagement.

How We Work

We thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapting quickly to challenges and making real-time decisions to enhance service and performance. Every guest interaction is approached with care, ensuring it is engaging, personalized, and exceeds expectations. Collaboration is key—we work closely as a team across both restaurant and support centre to align with operational, commercial, and guest-focused goals, ensuring we deliver excellence in everything we do. Working in an exciting, evolving business, you’ll be adaptable, proactive, and ready to take on new challenges to support your career growth and that of your team.

Experience We Value

• 3+ years of experience as a General Manager or senior manager in the hospitality industry.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong commercial awareness with experience in P&L management, sales growth, and cost control.
• Passion for hospitality with a customer-first mindset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, able to make effective real-time decisions.
• Commitment to upholding health & safety and food safety standards.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to balance multiple priorities effectively.

Prezzo Perks: What’s in it for you?

• Bonus and Commission Schemes – earn more as you drive success!
• 50% off food and drink at Prezzo, free meals on shift, and at least 25% discount for family and friends.
• Your birthday off! Employee Assistance Programme & GP appointment helpline.
• Voluntary Bupa dental cover and health cash plan.
• Grow with us—career development opportunities & internal progression pathways.

Apply Now!

Whether you’re starting or looking to grow your career, apply today and be part of the Prezzo family!

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