General Manager – Premium Elevated Dining

London

£80,000 - £90,000 plus incentives

The Client:

This is a premium dining establishment renowned for its exquisite cuisine and exceptional service.

We are seeking a General Manager to lead the team and ensure a remarkable guest experience – the client has just landed its first Michelin Star

Key Features:

• Cuisine: Mediterranean and Modern European, with a focus on premium ingredients
• Chef: Leads the kitchen with a sophisticated and strictly seasonal menu.
• Ambiance: The interior features terracotta hues, wood accents, and an open kitchen with a large fire grill.
  
  It has been described as cozy, romantic, trendy, and upscale.
• Dining Options: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert; seating includes booths, bar counters, and a chef’s table.
  
  Outdoor seating is also available.
• Price Range: High-end (£100+ per person

Role Overview:

• Lead and inspire our team to deliver outstanding guest experiences.
• Collaborate on menu creation with various teams.
• Participate actively in restaurant service.
• Set high standards for personal appearance and professionalism.
• Foster a guest-centric culture and handle guest feedback.
• Train and support team members.
• Ensure system proficiency and reservations management.
• Manage financial aspects and staffing levels.

The Person:

• Entrepreneurial mindset – someone who can drive the business forward, think commercially, and act autonomously.
• Strong commercial skills – needs to understand numbers, P&L, and financials to optimise the business.
• Operational strength – ability to manage both front of house and back of house efficiently.
• Hands-off leadership approach – once trust is established, they allow autonomy, but they need to be confident in the GM's ability to run the business independently.
• Leadership experience in the PREMIUM restaurant scene.
• Strong communication skills.

Why Join:

They offer great compensation, growth opportunities, and a welcoming workplace.

There is so much going on with new openings on the cards, this role can move into a bigger role.

Apply today or send your CV to Kate at COREcruitment dot com