Restaurant General Manager

Restaurant General Manager
Location: Leeds City Centre
Salary: £45,000 + Share of Service Charge + Fantastic Company Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Restaurant General Manager to join/Lead the team at a brand-new opening in the heart of Leeds City Centre. This is a unique chance to lead a dynamic and growing restaurant operation within a stylish Eastern Mediterranean-inspired venue, overseeing a 140-cover restaurant, cocktail bars, and private dining rooms.

As the Restaurant General Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Recruiting, managing, and developing a passionate and skilled team that delivers exceptional service in a Mediterranean dining environment.

• Overseeing all daily operations of the restaurant, cocktail bars, and private dining spaces, ensuring a seamless guest experience.

• Taking full ownership of a £1.4 million business, driving its growth and profitability through strong leadership and attention to detail.

• Ensuring high standards of service, food quality, and ambience are maintained, consistently exceeding customer expectations.

• Leading by example, showing enthusiasm, passion, and a strong work ethic to inspire your team.

• Managing the financials of the restaurant, including controlling costs, driving revenue, and optimising profitability.

What we're looking for:

• A proven track record as a Restaurant General Manager, ideally from a high-end, high street restaurant offering, with experience in Mediterranean or similar cuisine.

• Demonstrable experience in recruiting, training, and managing teams, with the ability to inspire and lead others to success.

• Passion for hospitality, with a genuine love for delivering exceptional guest experiences and maintaining top-tier service standards.

• A strong understanding of business operations, including financial management, cost control, and driving profitability.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with both team members and guests.

• Strong leadership qualities, a proactive approach, and the drive to take ownership of a thriving and prestigious establishment.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary of £45,000, plus a share of service charge.

• Fantastic company benefits, including opportunities for growth and development.

• The opportunity to be part of an exciting new venture in a prime city centre location.

• A chance to make your mark in a fresh and vibrant environment, leading a team towards continued success.

If you're passionate about delivering exceptional dining experiences and are ready to take ownership of a thriving, high-profile restaurant operation, we'd love to hear from you!