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Executive Chef – High-Profile B&I SiteAn exciting opportunity for an accomplished Executive Chef to lead a prestigious business & industry operation in Abu Dhabi.We are seeking a hands-on, energetic and creative culinary leader who enjoys being operationally involved, is confident in a client-facing environment and can respond effectively to last-minute requirements while maintaining exceptional standards.Key Responsibilities
Lead, inspire and develop a culinary team of 30–35 employees.Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, food quality and presentation.Maintain strong discipline, organisation and performance standards.Build effective relationships with senior client stakeholders.Drive menu development, culinary creativity and continuous improvement.Develop and motivate the team while ensuring consistency and accountability.
The Ideal Candidate
Strong 5-star hotel, luxury hospitality, Michelin-starred restaurant or premium B&I background.GCC experience preferred, although exceptional international candidates will be considered.Proven leadership experience managing sizeable culinary teams.Excellent communication and client-facing skills.Highly organised, adaptable and commercially aware.Arabic cuisine knowledge would be an advantage.
This is an excellent opportunity for a high-calibre Chef to take ownership of a prestigious corporate culinary operation in Abu Dhabi.Package: AED 31,000 total per month plus family status and standard benefitsGet in touch: michelle@corecruitment.com ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Province, United Arab Emirates
Start: .
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £5.9k per month + family status and standard benefit
Posted: 2026-10-01 10:34:57
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OPERATIONS MANAGER – GROWING RESTAURANT GROUP£60,000 + BONUS + MILEAGE + BENEFITSSOUTH WEST / SOUTH WALESI am working with a brilliant, growing restaurant business looking for an Operations Manager to join the team as they continue to develop and expand.They are looking for a proper people-led operator – someone who loves developing GMs, building strong management teams and creating real accountability across their sites.You will be hands-on and comfortable getting stuck into the operation when needed, but equally able to step back, look strategically at the business and help put the right foundations in place for future growth.We are looking for:
Proven multi-site restaurant experienceA strong high-volume backgroundBrilliant people leadership and coaching skillsExperience developing GMs and second-tier managementStrong commercial and operational understandingComfortable across both FOH and kitchen operationsSolutions-focused and happy working autonomouslySomeone who genuinely takes ownership and accountability
There is already some great infrastructure in place across training, development and technology, but still loads of opportunity to influence how the business operates as it grows.This would really suit someone who enjoys being close to the restaurants and their people but wants the opportunity to help shape a growing business and build something for the longer term.Get in touch – kate@corecruitment.com ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Cardiff, Wales
Start: ASAP
Duration: .
Salary / Rate: £60k per year + BONUS + MILEAGE + BENEFITS
Posted: 2026-10-01 08:25:31
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OPERATIONS MANAGER – GROWING RESTAURANT GROUP£60,000 + BONUS + MILEAGE + BENEFITSSOUTH WEST / SOUTH WALESI am working with a brilliant, growing restaurant business looking for an Operations Manager to join the team as they continue to develop and expand.They are looking for a proper people-led operator – someone who loves developing GMs, building strong management teams and creating real accountability across their sites.You will be hands-on and comfortable getting stuck into the operation when needed, but equally able to step back, look strategically at the business and help put the right foundations in place for future growth.We are looking for:
Proven multi-site restaurant experienceA strong high-volume backgroundBrilliant people leadership and coaching skillsExperience developing GMs and second-tier managementStrong commercial and operational understandingComfortable across both FOH and kitchen operationsSolutions-focused and happy working autonomouslySomeone who genuinely takes ownership and accountability
There is already some great infrastructure in place across training, development and technology, but still loads of opportunity to influence how the business operates as it grows.This would really suit someone who enjoys being close to the restaurants and their people but wants the opportunity to help shape a growing business and build something for the longer term.Get in touch – kate@corecruitment.com ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Cardiff, Wales
Start: ASAP
Duration: .
Salary / Rate: £60k per year + BONUS + MILEAGE + BENEFITS
Posted: 2026-09-30 15:57:29
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OPERATIONS MANAGER – GROWING RESTAURANT GROUP£60,000 + BONUS + MILEAGE + BENEFITSSOUTH WEST / SOUTH WALESI am working with a brilliant, growing restaurant business looking for an Operations Manager to join the team as they continue to develop and expand.They are looking for a proper people-led operator – someone who loves developing GMs, building strong management teams and creating real accountability across their sites.You will be hands-on and comfortable getting stuck into the operation when needed, but equally able to step back, look strategically at the business and help put the right foundations in place for future growth.We are looking for:
Proven multi-site restaurant experienceA strong high-volume backgroundBrilliant people leadership and coaching skillsExperience developing GMs and second-tier managementStrong commercial and operational understandingComfortable across both FOH and kitchen operationsSolutions-focused and happy working autonomouslySomeone who genuinely takes ownership and accountability
There is already some great infrastructure in place across training, development and technology, but still loads of opportunity to influence how the business operates as it grows.This would really suit someone who enjoys being close to the restaurants and their people but wants the opportunity to help shape a growing business and build something for the longer term.Get in touch – kate@corecruitment.com ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Bristol, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: .
Salary / Rate: £60k per year + BONUS + MILEAGE + BENEFITS
Posted: 2026-09-30 15:57:23
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GENERAL MANAGER – MULTI-CONCEPT HOSPITALITY VENUEBRISTOL£65,000 – £70,000 + BONUSThis is a BIG one.We are working with a seriously exciting new hospitality concept in Bristol who are looking for a brilliant General Manager to take complete ownership of the operation.And this is definitely not your standard restaurant GM role.We are talking 15,000 sq ft of hospitality under one roof – multiple bars, four independent kitchens, a huge events space, private dining, terraces, rooftop space and a business trading from morning coffee right through to late-night.Essentially, you are running a small hospitality estate within one building.THE ROLE:
You will have complete ownership of the day-to-day operation – people, culture, guest experience, commercials, standards and everything in between.You will own the full P&L, budgets, forecasting, labour, GP and revenue, but this absolutely needs someone who loves the floor as much as they love the numbers.There is also a big partnership piece.
The kitchens are run by independent operators with their own identities, so you need to be brilliant at relationships – bringing everyone together, setting the standards and making the whole building work as one.Events and private hire will be a huge part of the business, alongside busy everyday trade, so there will ALWAYS be something going on.
THE PERSON:
We need a proper hospitality operator.Someone who has run a big, high-volume and operationally complex business – whether that's a large restaurant, food hall, premium bar operation, events-led venue or multi-site hospitality business.
You will be:
Commercially VERY strongBrilliant with people and cultureComfortable owning a sizeable P&LExperienced in high-volume, late-night hospitalityConfident managing multiple revenue streams and spacesStrong on compliance, licensing and H&SA natural host who genuinely loves being in the operationMost importantly, you need to LOVE hospitality.
CVs to Kate@corecruitment.com ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: London, Greater London, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: .
Salary / Rate: £65k - 70k per year + bonus
Posted: 2026-09-30 15:57:17
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SALES & MARKETING MANAGER - Hospitality BusinessEDINBURGH£38,000 – £40,000 + benefitsI am working with a brilliant, established hospitality business to find a Sales & Marketing Manager for one of their high-profile Edinburgh venues.This is a great role for someone who knows the Edinburgh market, loves hospitality and is as comfortable building relationships and getting out into the city as they are managing incoming enquiries and converting business.The role is a real 50/50 split between proactive and reactive sales.
You will be responsible for driving group bookings, events, corporate business, leisure and travel trade, while also making sure every opportunity coming into the venue is maximised.You will have the support of a Sales & Marketing Coordinator and work closely with the venue leadership team as well as the wider regional sales function.We are looking for someone who:
Is based in Edinburgh and has strong knowledge of the local marketIdeally already has a network of local contacts and relationshipsHas experience across MICE, leisure and travel & tourismUnderstands group bookings, events and driving revenue into a venueHas worked within restaurants, bars, hotels or a similar hospitality environmentIs commercially minded and confident proactively going after new businessIs equally strong at managing and converting inbound enquiriesIs confident, friendly and naturally brilliant at building relationshipsHas experience with OpenTableExperience with Tripleseat would be a big advantage
The role:
25 days holiday + bank holidaysMonday to Friday, predominantly 9am–5.30pmEdinburgh based and on siteOccasional weekend events throughout the yearOne direct reportExcellent training and developmentPermanent positionASAP start
There is a really strong training programme attached to the role, including management training which may involve time spent within another UK or European venue.This would suit someone who genuinely enjoys the sales side of hospitality – someone proactive, personable and well connected who understands how to turn relationships and opportunities into revenue.Get in touch – kate@corecrutment.com ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Duration: .
Salary / Rate: £38k - 40k per year + benefits
Posted: 2026-09-30 15:57:11
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GENERAL MANAGER – MULTI-CONCEPT HOSPITALITY VENUEBRISTOL£65,000 – £70,000 + BONUSThis is a BIG one.We are working with a seriously exciting new hospitality concept in Bristol who are looking for a brilliant General Manager to take complete ownership of the operation.And this is definitely not your standard restaurant GM role.We are talking 15,000 sq ft of hospitality under one roof – multiple bars, four independent kitchens, a huge events space, private dining, terraces, rooftop space and a business trading from morning coffee right through to late-night.Essentially, you are running a small hospitality estate within one building.THE ROLE:
You will have complete ownership of the day-to-day operation – people, culture, guest experience, commercials, standards and everything in between.You will own the full P&L, budgets, forecasting, labour, GP and revenue, but this absolutely needs someone who loves the floor as much as they love the numbers.There is also a big partnership piece.
The kitchens are run by independent operators with their own identities, so you need to be brilliant at relationships – bringing everyone together, setting the standards and making the whole building work as one.Events and private hire will be a huge part of the business, alongside busy everyday trade, so there will ALWAYS be something going on.
THE PERSON:
We need a proper hospitality operator.Someone who has run a big, high-volume and operationally complex business – whether that's a large restaurant, food hall, premium bar operation, events-led venue or multi-site hospitality business.
You will be:
Commercially VERY strongBrilliant with people and cultureComfortable owning a sizeable P&LExperienced in high-volume, late-night hospitalityConfident managing multiple revenue streams and spacesStrong on compliance, licensing and H&SA natural host who genuinely loves being in the operationMost importantly, you need to LOVE hospitality.
CVs to Kate@corecruitment.com ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Bristol, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: .
Salary / Rate: £65k - 70k per year + bonus
Posted: 2026-09-30 15:56:46
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GENERAL MANAGER – Independent RestaurantSUFFOLK£45,000–£50,000 + TRONC We are working with a gorgeous independent restaurant with rooms in Suffolk, looking for a brilliant General Manager to take the reins.This is a small but seriously special operation – 2 AA Rosettes, a Michelin Bib Gourmand and a fantastic reputation for food, wine and service.THE ROLE:This is a proper hands-on GM role.
You will be the face of the business, leading a small team, working closely with the Head Chef and making sure the restaurant continues to deliver at a really high level.Alongside the day-to-day, they want someone commercially switched on who can bring a bit more structure, develop the team and really take ownership of the wider business – including seven bedrooms with loads of untapped potential.THE CANDIDATE:
We need someone from a quality-led restaurant background – fine dining, Michelin, Rosette or brilliant premium independents.You need to LOVE being on the floor.
This is an intimate restaurant where the GM knows the guests, serves tables, talks wine and gets properly stuck in.Wine knowledge is important – ideally WSET Level 2, although they will support further training for the right person.Warm, polished, commercially savvy and full of personality.
A brilliant little business with lovely owners, real autonomy and plenty of opportunity to put your stamp on it.Driver essential.
Relocation/accommodation support potentially available.If this sounds like you, drop your details: Kate@corecruitment.com ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Suffolk, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: .
Salary / Rate: £45k - 50k per year + TRONC
Posted: 2026-09-30 15:56:26
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Assistant General Manager – Premium DiningLocation: Manchester Salary: Up to £47,500The OpportunityI’m working with a fantastic premium restaurant and bar in Manchester looking for an experienced Assistant General Manager to join the team.This is a hands-on, floor-focused role where you’ll work closely with the General Manager, taking real ownership of the day-to-day operation.You’ll lead from the front across service, onboarding, training and people development, ensuring the team consistently delivers a brilliant guest experience.The Role
Take ownership of the restaurant operation and lead busy services from the floor.Drive exceptional standards across service and guest experience.Recruit, onboard, coach and develop a strong management and front-of-house team.Work closely with the GM and kitchen team to create a joined-up operation.Support with labour control, commercial performance and wider restaurant KPIs.Manage bookings, events and key guest relationships.Be a visible face of the restaurant and a genuine ambassador for the brand.
What We’re Looking For
A strong background within premium, high-quality restaurants.Experience leading busy, high-performing restaurant teams.A genuine passion for food, wine and brilliant hospitality.Strong people leadership with the ability to coach and develop others.Commercially aware and comfortable understanding labour and restaurant performance.Polished, engaging and confident on the floor.Obsessed with the detail and delivering an exceptional guest experience.
Get in touch – kate@corecruitment.com ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: .
Salary / Rate: £47.5k per year + bonus
Posted: 2026-09-30 15:56:17
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GENERAL MANAGER – PREMIUM NEIGHBOURHOOD RESTAURANTLONDON£60,000 + TRONCWe are working with a brilliant independent hospitality business who are looking for an experienced General Manager to lead one of their London restaurants.THE ROLE:This is a hands-on, floor-led General Manager role within a quality-focused neighbourhood restaurant.
The food offering is already performing really well, so the focus for this appointment will be around service, standards and the overall guest experience.You will lead a small FOH team, oversee the wider restaurant operation and work closely with the kitchen.
This is a very relationship-led business with a huge amount of repeat trade, so we need someone who loves being on the floor, knows how to build a room and genuinely enjoys looking after guests.THE CANDIDATE:
We are looking for an experienced restaurant General Manager with a background in premium, quality-led restaurants.Someone calm, confident and personable who can coach and develop a small team and really drive service standards.Good food and wine knowledge is important, with WSET Level 2 ideally.This would suit someone who enjoys a slightly more grown-up restaurant environment and wants to be part of an independent business where the owners are present and involved.
THE BUSINESS:
Independent and owner-led with a small collection of hospitality venues and some exciting growth planned over the next 18 months.There is plenty of opportunity for the right person to develop and grow with the business.
If you are interested, please get in touch- kate@corecruitment.com ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: London, Greater London, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: .
Salary / Rate: £60k per year + TRONC
Posted: 2026-09-30 15:56:10
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RESTAURANT MANAGER – PREMIUM RESTAURANT & BAREDINBURGHUP TO £45,000I am working with a gorgeous premium restaurant and bar in Edinburgh who are looking for a brilliant Restaurant Manager to join their team.This is a proper hospitality role – busy services, a beautiful environment, high standards and a BIG focus on the guest experience.THE ROLE:
You’ll be right at the heart of the operation, working closely with the senior management team and leading the restaurant through busy services.A huge part of this role is people.
You’ll be developing the team, driving standards, bringing loads of energy to the floor and creating an environment where people genuinely love coming to work.You’ll have plenty of commercial responsibility too, with exposure to rotas, labour, costs, revenue and driving spend, alongside making sure the restaurant delivers an amazing guest experience every day.
THE PERSON:
I’m looking for an experienced Restaurant Manager from a premium, high-volume restaurant background who really knows what GREAT service looks like.Someone with loads of personality, bags of energy and real presence on the floor.You’ll love developing people, building relationships with guests and creating that buzz that makes a busy restaurant feel special.There are loads of opportunities to learn, develop and progress within the wider business, so a really exciting move for someone ambitious and ready for their next challenge.
CVs to Kate@corecruitment.com ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Duration: .
Salary / Rate: £45k per year + Tronc
Posted: 2026-09-30 15:56:04
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Group General Manager – Premium Dining Location: South West, with travel to London Salary: £70,000–£90,000 plus bonusI’m looking for a Group General Manager to lead up to five premium restaurants across the South West and London.This is a growing, owner-led group with individual concepts, strong foundations and plenty of ambition.
You’ll work closely with the owners and site GMs, bringing the team together, strengthening performance and making sure the detail is right in every restaurant.You’ll need to love being in the restaurants, supporting your managers and leading from the floor, while keeping a clear view of the numbers.The role:
Oversee day-to-day performance across up to five premium restaurantsSupport and develop the GMs, giving them clear direction and accountabilityDrive service standards, guest experience and consistency while protecting each restaurant’s identityBring the structure and attention to detail expected in Michelin-standard environmentsTake ownership of financial performance, budgets and cost control across the groupBuild strong teams, with a focus on retention, development and successionImprove systems and processes as the business growsWork closely with the owners on restaurant performance and future plans
The person:
An experienced Group GM, multi-site leader or Senior GM ready to take the next stepA strong premium dining background, ideally within Michelin-standard or similarly exacting restaurantsCommercially confident and comfortable taking ownership of the P&LA visible, hands-on leader who still gets a kick out of serviceAble to coach, challenge and bring out the best in your managersExperience within an owner-operated business would be a real advantageAmbitious, collaborative and comfortable travelling between the South West and London
Sounds like you? Get in touch: kate@corecruitment.com ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: London, Greater London, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: .
Salary / Rate: £70k - 90k per year + Bonus
Posted: 2026-09-30 14:44:49
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Group General Manager – Premium Dining Location: South West, with travel to London Salary: £70,000–£90,000 plus bonusI’m looking for a Group General Manager to lead up to five premium restaurants across the South West and London.This is a growing, owner-led group with individual concepts, strong foundations and plenty of ambition.
You’ll work closely with the owners and site GMs, bringing the team together, strengthening performance and making sure the detail is right in every restaurant.You’ll need to love being in the restaurants, supporting your managers and leading from the floor, while keeping a clear view of the numbers.The role:
Oversee day-to-day performance across up to five premium restaurantsSupport and develop the GMs, giving them clear direction and accountabilityDrive service standards, guest experience and consistency while protecting each restaurant’s identityBring the structure and attention to detail expected in Michelin-standard environmentsTake ownership of financial performance, budgets and cost control across the groupBuild strong teams, with a focus on retention, development and successionImprove systems and processes as the business growsWork closely with the owners on restaurant performance and future plans
The person:
An experienced Group GM, multi-site leader or Senior GM ready to take the next stepA strong premium dining background, ideally within Michelin-standard or similarly exacting restaurantsCommercially confident and comfortable taking ownership of the P&LA visible, hands-on leader who still gets a kick out of serviceAble to coach, challenge and bring out the best in your managersExperience within an owner-operated business would be a real advantageAmbitious, collaborative and comfortable travelling between the South West and London
Sounds like you? Get in touch: kate@corecruitment.com ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Cornwall, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: .
Salary / Rate: £70k - 90k per year + Bonus
Posted: 2026-09-30 14:43:56
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Sales & Marketing Manager - Up to £45,000+Bonus – Restaurant GroupCentral London | On-Site (5 Days per Week)Are you a commercially driven Sales & Marketing professional with a passion for hospitality, events, and guest experiences?We're recruiting for an exciting Sales & Marketing Manager opportunity with a leading hospitality business in Central London.
This role will focus on driving revenue, developing strategic partnerships, and maximising sales opportunities across one flagship venue.
Reporting directly to the General Manager and Regional Sales & Marketing Manager, you will take ownership of the venue's sales strategy, marketing initiatives, and business development activity.
You'll also manage an on-site Sales & Marketing Coordinators and play a key role in delivering commercial growth.Key Responsibilities:
Drive sales performance across corporate, group, leisure, and event business streamsDevelop and maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, agencies, tourism partners, and local businessesManage both reactive and proactive sales pipelines to maximise revenue opportunitiesIdentify and secure new business through networking, prospecting, and partnership developmentDeliver venue marketing initiatives in line with wider business objectivesLead site-level sales planning, forecasting, and reportingManage and support the Sales & Marketing CoordinatorsWork closely with operational teams to ensure an exceptional guest and client experienceRepresent the business at industry events, networking functions, and trade shows
Essential Experience:
Hospitality experience is essentialBackground within attractions, tours, entertainment venues, hotels, events, or high-volume branded hospitality environmentsStrong Group Sales and MICE experienceExcellent knowledge of the London corporate, events, and tourism marketsExperience managing both proactive and reactive sales activityStrong commercial awareness and negotiation skillsCRM experience is required, ideally TripleSeat and/or OpenTable
If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today, send your CV to Kate B, or call 0207 790 2666 ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Central London, Greater London, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Full Time
Salary / Rate: £45k per year + bonus
Posted: 2026-09-30 08:57:16
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Communications Community Manager£45,000-£55,000London About the CompanyCommunications Community Manager We are working confidentially with an ambitious and distinctive cultural destination in the heart of Central London to appoint a Communications Community Manager.
Operating at the intersection of culture, performance, cinema, live music and nightlife, this is an organisation built around experience and community.
As the business enters its next stage of growth, it is looking for someone to take ownership of how it communicates with its audience and wider community.About the RoleThis is not a traditional marketing role.
Instead, it is an opportunity for an exceptional communicator and natural community-builder to become a central voice within the organisation – shaping how it speaks, how it engages and how it builds lasting relationships with the people around it.The Communications Community Manager will take ownership of communications across a large and growing audience, ensuring every interaction feels considered, consistent and unmistakably connected to the organisation's identity.
You will oversee communications with both existing members and new audiences, helping to develop the relationship between the organisation and its community as it evolves.
The role will span community communications, CRM and email, newsletters, PR, digital content, website updates and selected social media activity.
Just as importantly, you will act as a genuine point of connection for the community.
There is already significant direct engagement and inbound interest, so we are looking for someone who understands that great community management is a conversation rather than simply a communications calendar.Responsibilities
Own and develop the organisation's overall community communications approachManage communications across a substantial and growing email database, including newsletters, announcements, invitations and community updatesDevelop clear communications for different audiences, membership levels and stages of the customer journeyProtect and evolve a distinctive tone of voice across all channelsManage and respond to inbound community communications and direct enquiriesBuild genuine engagement with existing members while developing communications for new audiencesCoordinate website content and ensure information remains current, relevant and engagingSupport social media communications and content where appropriateWork closely with PR and other external or internal partners to ensure a consistent narrativeDevelop communications around events, cultural programming, partnerships and key moments for the organisationUse audience insight and engagement data to understand what resonates and continuously improve communicationsBecome a trusted internal authority on how the organisation communicates with its community
QualificationsYou will be an experienced communications or community professional who understands how to build an audience around culture, experience and belongingRequired Skills
You may currently be working within hospitality, nightlife, music, arts and culture, entertainment, membership, lifestyle or another experience-led brandYou will combine strategic thinking with a willingness to be hands-on.
This is a standalone role, so you should be equally comfortable developing a communications approach and writing the email, updating the website or responding directly to members of the communityStrong communications, community or CRM experienceExceptional written communication skills and a highly developed understanding of tone of voiceExperience managing sizeable customer or membership databases and email communicationsAn instinctive understanding of culture and contemporary audiencesExperience of newsletters, website content and digital communicationsAn understanding of PR and social media, without necessarily being a pure PR or social specialist
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Type: Permanent Location: London, Greater London, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Perm
Salary / Rate: £45k - 55k per year + /
Posted: 2026-09-26 08:58:44
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Restaurant General Manager – New OpeningSalary: £43,500 + Service Charge + Bonus of up to 32%A brand-new restaurant.
A brilliant opportunity.We’re looking for an ambitious and experienced Restaurant General Manager to take the lead on a brand-new opening for an exciting and growing restaurant group.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on hospitality leader who loves the energy of a busy, casual restaurant environment and knows how to build a strong team from the ground up.
If you have new opening experience, enjoy fast-paced service and are passionate about creating great guest experiences while delivering strong commercial results, we’d love to hear from you.The Role:
Taking full ownership of the restaurant's P&L and commercial performanceManaging revenue, labour costs, GP and operating expensesLeading the restaurant through its new opening, establishing strong systems, standards and culture from day oneRecruiting, training and developing a high-performing management and front-line teamCreating an engaged, motivated and accountable team cultureDriving an outstanding guest experience throughout every serviceMaintaining consistently high standards across food quality, service, cleanliness and presentationEnsuring full compliance with food safety, health & safety and operational proceduresManaging labour effectively, including rotas, staffing levels and productivityUsing commercial insight and data to identify opportunities and improve performanceWorking closely with senior leadership to deliver the wider business strategyActing as an ambassador for the brand and bringing its values to life within your restaurant
What We're Looking For
Previous experience as a General Manager / Restaurant Manager within a high-volume, quality-led environmentNew opening experience or a strong understanding of launching and establishing a new restaurantExperience within casual dining, fast-casual or similarly high-energy restaurant environmentsStrong commercial understanding and confidence managing a P&LExperience with labour, budgets, forecasting and cost controlA proven ability to recruit, develop and retain great peopleStrong leadership skills and the ability to build a genuinely engaged teamHigh standards when it comes to guest experience, food safety and operational delivery
If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Kate B OR call 0207 790 2666 ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Richmond, Greater London, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Perm
Salary / Rate: £43.5k per year + Service Charge + Bonus of up to 32%
Posted: 2026-09-24 18:19:40
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OPERATIONS MANAGER – LEADING RESTAURANT GROUPSouth West£60,000 – £65,000 + Bonus + TravelI am working with a brilliant, well-established restaurant group who are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to take ownership of a key region across the South West.This is a great opportunity to join a strong, recognised brand with a real focus on its people, guest experience and continuing to evolve the business.THE ROLEYou’ll oversee around eight sites, working closely with your General Managers and reporting directly into the Operations Director.This is very much a people-led role.
You’ll be developing your GMs, building strong teams and creating real accountability across the region, while keeping a close eye on sales, labour, profitability and overall performance.The business is already well established, so this isn’t about reinventing the wheel.
It’s about challenging where needed, raising standards and making sure every site is delivering a consistently brilliant guest experience.WHO I’M LOOKING FOR
I’d love to speak to established multi-site operators from quality casual dining or a similar branded restaurant environment.You’ll need to be commercially strong, comfortable managing multiple P&Ls and, most importantly, genuinely good with people.
Someone who can coach and develop their teams, build relationships quickly and get the best out of their GMs.There is plenty of opportunity to progress within the wider business, so this would really suit someone ambitious who wants to continue developing their career with a brilliant restaurant group.
CVs to kate@corecruitment.com ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Exeter, Devon, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: .
Salary / Rate: £60k - 65k per year + Bonus + Travel
Posted: 2026-09-24 15:11:38
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OPERATIONS MANAGER – LEADING RESTAURANT GROUPSouth West£60,000 – £65,000 + Bonus + TravelI am working with a brilliant, well-established restaurant group who are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to take ownership of a key region across the South West.This is a great opportunity to join a strong, recognised brand with a real focus on its people, guest experience and continuing to evolve the business.THE ROLEYou’ll oversee around eight sites, working closely with your General Managers and reporting directly into the Operations Director.This is very much a people-led role.
You’ll be developing your GMs, building strong teams and creating real accountability across the region, while keeping a close eye on sales, labour, profitability and overall performance.The business is already well established, so this isn’t about reinventing the wheel.
It’s about challenging where needed, raising standards and making sure every site is delivering a consistently brilliant guest experience.WHO I’M LOOKING FOR
I’d love to speak to established multi-site operators from quality casual dining or a similar branded restaurant environment.You’ll need to be commercially strong, comfortable managing multiple P&Ls and, most importantly, genuinely good with people.
Someone who can coach and develop their teams, build relationships quickly and get the best out of their GMs.There is plenty of opportunity to progress within the wider business, so this would really suit someone ambitious who wants to continue developing their career with a brilliant restaurant group.
CVs to kate@corecruitment.com ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Reading, Berkshire, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: .
Salary / Rate: £60k - 65k per year + Bonus + Travel
Posted: 2026-09-24 15:10:26
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OPERATIONS MANAGER – LEADING RESTAURANT GROUPSouth West£60,000 – £65,000 + Bonus + TravelI am working with a brilliant, well-established restaurant group who are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to take ownership of a key region across the South West.This is a great opportunity to join a strong, recognised brand with a real focus on its people, guest experience and continuing to evolve the business.THE ROLEYou’ll oversee around eight sites, working closely with your General Managers and reporting directly into the Operations Director.This is very much a people-led role.
You’ll be developing your GMs, building strong teams and creating real accountability across the region, while keeping a close eye on sales, labour, profitability and overall performance.The business is already well established, so this isn’t about reinventing the wheel.
It’s about challenging where needed, raising standards and making sure every site is delivering a consistently brilliant guest experience.WHO I’M LOOKING FOR
I’d love to speak to established multi-site operators from quality casual dining or a similar branded restaurant environment.You’ll need to be commercially strong, comfortable managing multiple P&Ls and, most importantly, genuinely good with people.
Someone who can coach and develop their teams, build relationships quickly and get the best out of their GMs.There is plenty of opportunity to progress within the wider business, so this would really suit someone ambitious who wants to continue developing their career with a brilliant restaurant group.
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Type: Permanent Location: Bristol, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: .
Salary / Rate: £60k - 65k per year + Bonus + Travel
Posted: 2026-09-24 15:09:04
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OPERATIONS MANAGER – LEADING RESTAURANT GROUPSouth West£60,000 – £65,000 + Bonus + TravelI am working with a brilliant, well-established restaurant group who are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to take ownership of a key region across the South West.This is a great opportunity to join a strong, recognised brand with a real focus on its people, guest experience and continuing to evolve the business.THE ROLEYou’ll oversee around eight sites, working closely with your General Managers and reporting directly into the Operations Director.This is very much a people-led role.
You’ll be developing your GMs, building strong teams and creating real accountability across the region, while keeping a close eye on sales, labour, profitability and overall performance.The business is already well established, so this isn’t about reinventing the wheel.
It’s about challenging where needed, raising standards and making sure every site is delivering a consistently brilliant guest experience.WHO I’M LOOKING FOR
I’d love to speak to established multi-site operators from quality casual dining or a similar branded restaurant environment.You’ll need to be commercially strong, comfortable managing multiple P&Ls and, most importantly, genuinely good with people.
Someone who can coach and develop their teams, build relationships quickly and get the best out of their GMs.There is plenty of opportunity to progress within the wider business, so this would really suit someone ambitious who wants to continue developing their career with a brilliant restaurant group.
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Type: Permanent Location: London, Greater London, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: .
Salary / Rate: £60k - 65k per year + Bonus + Travel
Posted: 2026-09-24 15:07:48
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Resort General Manager Location: Burgas, BulgariaSalary: Competitive + bonus, car, relocation & accommodationLanguages: Fluent Bulgarian and English requiredAn exciting opportunity for an experienced Resort General Manager to lead the operations of a hospitality resort in Bulgaria.
This is a senior leadership role with full responsibility for the day-to-day management of the resort, including hospitality operations, food & beverage, housekeeping, maintenance, and property management.This role is ideal for a hands-on hospitality leader who enjoys building teams, managing suppliers, and delivering exceptional guest experiences in a family-focused resort environment.The Role
Lead the overall operation of the resort and its hospitality facilities.Oversee restaurants, bars, spa, housekeeping, maintenance, and guest services.Manage supplier relationships, operational budgets, and service standards.Support the management of residential units and property management agreements.Recruit, train, and develop the leadership team ahead of the new season.Ensure a smooth, high-quality operation during peak occupancy periods.
About You
5+ years' experience as a General Manager, Resort Manager, or Hotel Manager.Previous experience managing a resort or large hospitality complex.Strong operational background across F&B, housekeeping, and guest services.Confident leading teams, managing suppliers, and driving performance.Experience with property management or mixed-use hospitality developments is an advantage.Fluent Bulgarian and English are essential.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary with performance bonus.Company car.Relocation support and accommodation provided.Opportunity to build and lead your own management team within a growing hospitality resort.
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Type: Permanent Location: Bulgaria
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: Compeitive
Posted: 2026-09-24 13:55:30
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Job Description:
Shift Manager – ManufacturingMirfield, West Yorkshire£425,000 – £48,000Rotating Shifts: 06:15 – 14:15 / 14:15 – 22:15AQUMEN Recruitment is proud to be recruiting for an experienced Shift Manager to join a well-established manufacturing business in Mirfield.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven leader who thrives in fast-paced production environments and enjoys building strong, high-performing teams.We are looking for someone who brings energy, accountability, and strong people leadership to the shop floor.
You will take full ownership of shift performance, ensuring production, quality, and safety standards are consistently achieved while driving positive cultural change across the team.The RoleAs Shift Manager, you will lead and motivate production teams to deliver operational targets while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.This role requires a hands-on leader who can manage performance, support staff development, and confidently handle people management responsibilities while keeping operations running smoothly.Key ResponsibilitiesProduction & Operations
Lead and manage shift operations to meet production, efficiency, and quality targetsMonitor performance and address issues quickly to minimise downtimeManage labour and resources effectively to meet operational demandsEnsure strong communication between shifts with clear reporting and handoversIdentify opportunities for continuous improvement across processes and performance
Health, Safety & Quality
Ensure a safe working environment and promote strong safety behavioursMonitor compliance with company policies and proceduresInvestigate incidents and implement corrective actions where requiredMaintain high standards of product quality and operational discipline
People Leadership
Manage and develop production teams to deliver consistent resultsConduct performance reviews, disciplinaries, and return-to-work meetingsAddress performance and attendance issues in a firm but fair mannerMaintain training records and support the development of multi-skilled teamsBuild trust and respect with the workforce while maintaining strong leadership standards
What We’re Looking ForWe’re seeking a passionate, energetic leader who takes ownership of challenges and drives improvement rather than accepting limitations.Essential Experience
Proven experience managing teams within a manufacturing or production environmentExperience conducting performance reviews, disciplinaries, return-to-work meetings, and general people management processesStrong leadership presence with the ability to be firm but fair and gain respect from the workforceExcellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to overcoming challengesAbility to take ownership and responsibility for shift performance, quality, and safetyExperience managing operations end-to-end within a shift environment
Personal Attributes
Passionate and energetic leadership stylePositive attitude when tackling operational challengesAbility to drive cultural change and improve team engagementStrong communicator who leads by exampleResilient and solution-focused when faced with operational hurdles
Why Apply?
Competitive salary £45,000 – £48,000Structured rotating shift patternOpportunity to take real ownership of operations and team performanceA role where you can drive improvements and influence cultureLong-term career progression within a stable manufacturing environment
AQUMEN Recruitment is acting as a recruitment partner for this position.
All applicationsAqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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Type: Permanent Location: Mirfield, West Yorkshire, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £45k - 48k per year
Posted: 2026-09-24 13:07:20
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Sales Director - Bodyshop - Aftermarket - Crash Repair
Owning the crash repair distributor channel:
We are seeking a smart thinking up and coming ambitious Sales Director / Senior Sales Leader, capable of accelerating sales performance, through a dedicated Field Sales team.
This role is working for a hi-tec manufacturing organisation.
Their world is totally focused in supplying high performing tools & equipment through the crash repair / bodyshop refinish channels and wider aftermarket and industrial distributor channels.
What's your dream job?
We're on the hunt for a special individual, fuelled with a burning ambition to make their mark.
This opportunity offers the chance to steer one of the company's key markets / channels where they hold number 1 status.
You will thrive on the autonomy to make things happen and see sales accelerate based on the efforts of you and your team.
If you are looking for a career with an employer where you can push the boundaries this is it.
Ideal Location - (Central) - Salary Guide ££ (Circa £85k +) + Bonus + Car + Pension
Is this you?
Our ideal candidate will need to be a capable, intelligent Senior Sales / Sales Management professional, adopting a customer and people centric outlook, inquisitive with a confident, flexible approach towards operating across re-finish and crash repair distributor networks.
Whilst industry experience covering the Crash Repair, Car Body Repair and Automotive Aftermarket fields will be interesting, we pay more attention to your Sales Management prowess along with your capability to flex across different sectors.
Top 8 Key skills:
Knowledge and experience of working in a senior field based Sales Management capacity or highly sales driven environment will be paramount, ideally within Automotive Aftermarket, Tools & Consumables or an organisation serving a distribution to trade space.
Structured Sales Leader with a passion for smashing sales targets and meeting results through the activity of the Sales Team.
Proven track record in delivering sales and leading sales people.
Ability to mentor and improve individual sales performance.
Strategic thinker able to use a clever and intuitive thought process to hit targets.
Professional outlook able to maintain and develop personal integrity with customers and stakeholders.
Educated to degree level will be strongly preferred.
Must be located in commutable distance to Warwickshire / Leicestershire / Northamptonshire
Meet the employer sessions:
Online introductions will be conducted by our exclusive recruitment partner Glen Shepherd via our “meet the employer” sessions.
Please call Glen for an initial conversation on 07977 266309 or email with your CV detailing how your experience meets with the above.
We are hiring NOW so don't delay.
JOB REF: 4372GSA
Glen Callum Associates is committed to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or background.
We believe that a variety of perspectives makes a team stronger and a workplace better.
If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know - we're here to support you.
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Type: Permanent Location: Warwick, England
Start: 24/10/2026
Salary / Rate: £85000 - £90000 per annum + Bonus + Car + Pension
Posted: 2026-09-24 11:32:05
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Fractional COO / Operations DirectorLeeds, Office Based Fractional, 1 - 2 days per week Competitive Remuneration, dependent on experienceGenesis Labels & Packaging is a small, ambitious and fast-growing business looking for an experienced Fractional COO / Operations Director to help shape the next stage of its growth.With a team of 10 people, the business has been successfully built through a hands-on, entrepreneurial approach.
As Genesis continues to grow, the owners recognise the need to introduce greater structure, strengthen processes and develop a management framework that will enable the business to scale effectively.The aim is to achieve this without losing the flexibility, responsiveness and entrepreneurial spirit that have helped make the business successful.We are therefore looking for an experienced operational leader who has genuinely helped a small or owner-managed business scale and understands how to introduce the right level of structure without creating unnecessary bureaucracy.Role overviewWorking closely with the owners, and leadership team, you will gain a thorough understanding of the business and identify where processes, responsibilities and ways of working can be strengthened.A key focus will be reducing dependency on the owners for day-to-day decisions and problem-solving, while creating an operational structure that supports future growth.This is a hands-on fractional appointment rather than a traditional consultancy role.
You will be expected to work alongside the owners and team to implement and embed change, not simply provide recommendations.Your responsibilities will include:
Reviewing current operations and identifying bottlenecks, inefficiencies and opportunities for improvementDeveloping practical and scalable processes to support continued growthEstablishing clearer roles, responsibilities, accountability and decision-makingHelping reduce day-to-day operational dependency on the ownersSupporting the development of an appropriate management and organisational structureImproving operational efficiency, communication and ways of workingTurning agreed improvements into practical actions and ensuring they are successfully implementedSupporting workforce planning and helping ensure the right people are recruited into the right rolesProviding operational insight, guidance and constructive challenge to the owners
Supporting the team as new processes and responsibilities are introduced
About youYou will be an experienced operational leader with a strong track record within small, growing or owner-managed businesses.You may already work as a Fractional COO or Operations Director or have held a senior operational role within an SME and now work on a fractional or consultancy basis.We are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate:
Experience helping an SME or owner-managed business successfully scaleA track record of introducing structure and processes into an entrepreneurial environmentStrong operational and commercial understandingExperience developing teams, responsibilities and management structuresThe ability to identify problems and personally help implement practical solutionsA balance of strategic thinking and hands-on deliveryStrong communication, influencing and relationship-building skillsConfidence working closely with business owners and constructively challenging existing ways of working
Experience gained within larger organisations may be relevant, but you will need to demonstrate that you understand the realities of a small entrepreneurial business, where resources are lean, roles are broad and people need to be comfortable getting involved.The opportunityThis is an opportunity to play an influential role in the next stage of Genesis Labels & Packaging’s development, helping create a more structured and scalable business while protecting the agility and responsiveness that have driven its success.The role will initially require approximately 1 to 2 days per week based in the Leeds office.
Being present within the business is important, allowing you to understand the team, operation and day-to-day challenges first-hand.If you have successfully helped a small business scale and can demonstrate the changes you personally helped implement, we would be very interested to hear from you.Please apply with your CV and details of your most relevant SME scaling experience. INDHSEquals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy.
You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application.
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Type: Permanent Location: The Old Sunday School, New Rd Side, Rawdon, Leeds LS19 6HN, Leeds, West Yorkshir
Start: Negotiable
Duration: Part time
Salary / Rate: Competitive Remuneration
Posted: 2026-09-23 17:11:01
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RESTAURANT GENERAL MANAGER – PREMIUM RESTAURANTLondon£55,000 – £60,000I am working with a brilliant independent hospitality business in Central London who are looking for an experienced Restaurant Manager to join their team.
This is a busy, established restaurant with a strong reputation, a loyal guest following and a real focus on quality food, warm service and proper hospitality.THE ROLE:
You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the restaurant, leading the FOH team and making sure standards remain consistently high across service, people and guest experience.Working closely with the senior team, you will be involved in training and developing the team, rotas, labour, stock, health & safety and driving overall restaurant performance.This is very much a hands-on role, so I am looking for someone who loves being on the floor, understands a busy service and can lead a team with personality.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
You will already be working at General Manager level within a quality restaurant, brasserie or premium casual environment.You will be confident running busy services, passionate about food and hospitality and, most importantly, a brilliant people person who knows how to get the best from a team.A background within independent, European or French-style restaurants would be great, but personality, leadership and genuine hospitality experience are the most important things.
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Type: Permanent Location: London, Greater London, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: .
Salary / Rate: £55k - 60k per year + Tronc
Posted: 2026-09-23 10:56:08
