General Manager - Casual Dining Concept in London, London

London

permanent, full-time

£50,000 - £55,000 per annum

UK working eligibility only.

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About Hospitality & Catering

Hospitality plays a central role in the UK economy, covering hotels, restaurants, events, and tourism. Careers range from chefs and front-of-house staff to hotel managers and event planners. Employers include independent businesses, large hotel chains, and catering groups. Demand remains high for skilled professionals in customer service and food preparation. Hospitality offers variety, creativity, and people-focused roles, often with flexible working hours and opportunities worldwide. The sector continues to adapt, with sustainability, food innovation, and guest experience shaping future growth.

General Manager - Casual Dining Concept
Location: London
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 + incentives

Everything is made in-house, from scratch, with a genuine respect for ingredients, process and quality. The food is authentic, the standards are high, and there is a real belief that great hospitality starts with great people.

They are looking for a General Manager who shares those values. Someone who understands that culture drives performance, that teams need developing not managing, and that guests can feel the difference when people genuinely care about what they do.

This is a business with ambitious plans for growth. The right person will have the opportunity to help shape the future of the company as it expands.

The Role:

Full ownership of the restaurant, leading both the guest experience and the team behind it
Create an environment where people enjoy coming to work and are proud of what they deliver
Lead from the floor, setting the standard for hospitality, energy and service every day
Champion the culture of the business and ensure the values are lived throughout the team
Recruit, develop and retain exceptional people, creating clear progression and accountability
Work closely with the kitchen team to maintain the integrity and quality of the product
Take responsibility for commercial performance, including sales, labour, costs and profitability
Ensure every guest leaves having experienced genuine hospitality and consistently high standards
Play a key role in supporting the future growth of the business

The Person:

An experienced General Manager from a quality-led restaurant business
Passionate about authentic food, hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences
A natural people leader who enjoys coaching, developing and building teams
Leads with warmth, energy and credibility rather than hierarchy
Strong operationally, with a clear understanding of both service and commercial performance
Values quality over shortcuts and takes pride in maintaining high standards
Comfortable working within an ambitious, growing business where culture matters as much as results
Looking for more than just another General Manager role and wants to help build something special

Get in touch: Kate@corecruitment.com