General Manager in London, London
UK working eligibility only.
General Manager
Location: South West London
Salary: Up to £60,000 inclusive of TRONC
A much-loved neighbourhood restaurant in South West London is looking for a General Manager to take full ownership of the business.
This is a premium, food-led operation with a loyal local following and a reputation for warm hospitality, quality food and genuine service. The restaurant is busy year-round, with the summer months bringing a significant uplift in trade, making this a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious operator who enjoys being at the heart of the action.
The Role:
- Full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the restaurant
- Lead, inspire and develop a high-performing management and front-line team
- Drive guest satisfaction and maintain exceptional service standards
- Take ownership of financial performance, including labour, costs and profitability
- Build on the restaurant's strong reputation and drive positive guest feedback across review platforms
- Work closely with the ownership team to identify opportunities for growth and continuous improvement
- Be highly visible on the floor, leading from the front and setting the tone for the business
Oversee recruitment, training and succession planning within the team
The Person:
- Current General Manager or experienced AGM ready to step into a larger role
- Background within premium restaurants, hospitality-led businesses or quality food-led operations
- Passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences
- Strong commercial understanding with experience managing budgets and driving profitability
- Excellent people leader with a track record of developing and retaining teams
- Good food and wine knowledge with a genuine interest in hospitality
- Hands-on, energetic and comfortable operating in a busy environment
- Polished, professional and highly organised
Apply now: kate@corecruitment.com

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