General Manager High Profile Award Winning Restaurant Location: Shoreditch, London Salary: Up to £80,000 per annum About the Restaurant This Shoreditch institution began as a street food concept and has evolved into one of Londons most iconic wood-fired barbecue restaurants. With a stripped-back, industrial design and an open kitchen built around a custom smoker and grill, its a destination known for bold, smoky flavours, honest cooking, and serious attention to craft. The menu is built on slow-smoked meats, refined comfort dishes, and seasonal produce, all served in a high-energy, guest-first setting.
This isnt a cookie-cutter brand. Its a team-led environment, grounded in authenticity, loyalty, and pride in delivering a consistently excellent experience to every guest, every service.
The Role We are seeking an outstanding General Manager to take the lead at this fiercely loved East London restaurant. Youll be the driving force behind the team culture, service standards, and operational performance. Reporting directly to the owners, youll have the autonomy to shape your team, drive performance, and build long-term success with care and intent.
Responsibilities Lead, inspire and develop a large front-of-house team
Oversee daily operations across lunch and dinner service
Deliver consistently high standards of guest experience
Manage P&L, labour, stock control, and supplier relationships
Own recruitment, onboarding, and team performance management
Champion the brand values and maintain a positive, inclusive team culture
Ensure compliance with all licensing, health and safety, and hygiene standards
Collaborate closely with the kitchen and ownership on strategy and standards
About You A proven General Manager with a background in busy, quality-driven London restaurants
Deep understanding of hospitality leadership you're a team builder, not just a manager
Confident with financials, systems, and processes
Obsessed with the guest experience you lead from the floor, not the office
Calm under pressure, focused on solutions, and committed to standards
Passion for food, drink, and people no ego, just great energy
Experience using systems like Lightspeed, SevenRooms, or similar (preferred)
The Offer Competitive salary up to £80,000
28 days holiday
Generous staff food and dining discounts
Structured development and training opportunities
Exposure to exceptional suppliers, producers, and experiences
Socials, staff trips, and team perks
Opportunity to be part of a growing, respected independent restaurant group
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If you're ready to lead one of Londons most exciting independent kitchens and bring out the best in a passionate team, apply now with your CV.
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