General Manager - The Arbour (Lifestyle Group)

Lifestyle Group; Town of Malta (NY); On-site; USD 104,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global opportunities across Lifestyle/

Rewards & Recognition

Exclusive staff discounts

Job summary

The Arbour, Malta's upcoming private members' club, is seeking a General Manager to drive day-to-day operations and guest experiences at this high-profile venue. You will lead the management team, oversee staffing, monitor performance, and ensure health, safety and licensing standards are met.

Joining Lifestyle Group offers a fast-growing path with opportunities for growth, innovation and career progression within Malta's hospitality scene, alongside global brand relationships and exclusive

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a high-volume restaurant or hospitality operation.
• Senior management experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Customer-oriented with ability to deliver memorable dining experiences.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operation of The Arbour.
• Lead and develop the management team.
• Monitor sales, costs and compliance with health & safety standards.
• Collaborate with Lifestyle Group to implement initiatives and cultivate culture.

Skills

Hospitality leadership

Team leadership

Customer focus

Communication

Job description

The Arbour is an upcoming private members' club opening in St. George's Bay, Malta in October 2026. Developed by db Group with industry expert Jamie Caring, it aims to offer seasonal Mediterranean cuisine, a cocktail lab, cultural programming, and a community space for the island.

As part of our team at Lifestyle Group, you’ll assist in delivering exceptional service at some of Malta’s most iconic and diverse restaurant brands, several of which are featured in the Michelin Guide. Our momentum is only growing, positioning us as one of the island’s leading destinations for career growth in the hospitality sector.

This is a rare opportunity to join a fast-growing group that is shaping Malta’s hospitality future and offers unmatched opportunities for growth, innovation, and career progression.

You can further explore our current portfolio from here https://lifestyle-grp.com/.

About The Role

As General Manager of The Arbour, you will take overall responsibility for the successful day-to-day operation of the outlet, ensuring consistently high standards across service, operations, guest experience and team performance. You will lead and support the management team, oversee staffing and development, monitor sales and costs, and ensure compliance with health, safety and licensing standards.

Working closely with the wider Lifestyle Group, you will help implement new initiatives, identify opportunities for improvement and foster a positive, collaborative culture within the venue. You will lead by example, ensuring The Arbour delivers an exceptional experience for both guests and team members.

Our Ideal Candidate Embodies Our Values And Brings

• A genuine love for culinary experiences & a passion for hospitality leadership.
• Proven experience in a high-volume restaurant or hospitality operation, ideally in a senior management role.
• A natural team player who is at home working in sync with a large team.
• Naturally friendly, customer-oriented, and skilled at creating memorable dining experiences.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills, with a proactive and solutions-focused approach.

As part of our team, you’ll enjoy benefits such as:

• Global opportunities, experience hospitality around the globe with our incredible brand relationships
• Rewards & Recognition, we value our team and celebrate your contributions to our success with meaningful rewards and recognition
• Exclusive discounts, enjoy exclusive discounts across the Lifestyle Group & db Group, worldwide!

We look forward to hearing from you!