Galway General Manager, Hospitality: Lead Growth & Ops

Highcross Bars; Galway; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Healthcare contribution

Company pension

On-site parking

Bonus scheme

Group events & experiences

Job summary

Tom Sheridan's in Galway is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of the bar and restaurant. You will own performance, ensure operational excellence, and drive growth with a hands-on, strategic leadership style.

You will build a capable team, manage budgets and KPIs, and partner with group support functions to deliver exceptional guest experiences while maintaining compliance and a positive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a General Manager role.
• Strong commercial and financial understanding.
• Demonstrable experience managing and developing teams.
• Excellent organisational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the overall day-to-day operations of the bar and restaurant.
• Take responsibility for operational performance, profitability, and business results.
• Develop and implement strategies to support business growth and long-term objectives.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing management and operational team.
• Set clear objectives and ensure performance standards are consistently achieved.
• Monitor budgets, costs, revenue, and key performance indicators.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, customer experience, and profitability.
• Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers, partners, and key stakeholders.
• Ensure company policies, procedures, quality standards, and legal requirements are followed.

Skills

General management

Leadership

Budgeting and financial acumen

Strategic thinking

People development

Communication skills

Job description

Tom Sheridan's in Galway is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of the bar and restaurant. You will own performance, ensure operational excellence, and drive growth with a hands-on, strategic leadership style.

You will build a capable team, manage budgets and KPIs, and partner with group support functions to deliver exceptional guest experiences while maintaining compliance and a positive workplace culture.