General Manager - Independent Neighbourhood Restaurant & Wine Shop in London, London

London

permanent, full-time

£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 – Independent Neighbourhood Restaurant & Wine Shop
East London
Up to £55,000 plus bonus

The Concept:
A much-loved East London institution serving quality pizza, pasta and natural wines. Independent, packed with character and consistently busy, with a loyal local following.

The Role:
This restaurant, alongside its neighbouring wine shop, operates across 140 covers including a terrace and private dining room. It’s a true neighbourhood favourite with year-round footfall.

The General Manager will work in close partnership with the owner, overseeing the full 360 of the business – team leadership, guest experience, ordering, purchasing, recruitment, L&D, financial reporting and overall commercial performance.

A strong focus on people and product is essential. The site needs someone who can bring structure, consistency and clarity while maintaining the relaxed, welcoming atmosphere it’s known for. Confidence with both old and new world wines is important, as is the ability to manage a busy, multi-faceted operation.

The Person:

Warm, approachable and ego-free, with plenty of personality and creativity
Guest-focused, delivering genuine hospitality
Demonstrate building solid and stable teams
Strong leadership skills – able to build a confident, well-trained, energised team
Financially competent, able to report clearly to ownership
WSET Level 2
Thrives in an independent environment; solutions-led and hands-on
Passionate about restaurants, food and wine, with a natural flair for the role

To discuss the role in more detail, please apply or send your CV to kate@corecruitment.com