The Social at Student Space Accommodation, St Andrews Hall, Kilrymont Road, Saint Andrews, Fife, KY16 8DE General Manager – The Social (Opening June 2026) We’re looking for a standout General Manager to lead the launch of The Social — our brand-new café, bar, and event space opening June 2026. This isn’t your typical hospitality venue. By day: specialty coffee and Scandi-inspired pastries.
By night: Roman-style pizza by the slice, an all-day menu worth staying for, and a drinks list built from everything we love. Add in a curated mini market, darts, pool, private rooms, and a packed calendar of screenings, celebrations, and social moments — and you’ve got something special. This is a launch role with real ownership.
You’ll build the team, shape the culture, and set the tone from day one — creating a venue people don’t just visit, but keep coming back to. The Role You’ll take full ownership of The Social — leading from the front with energy, confidence, and attention to detail. You will:
1. Run a seamless, high-energy operation across café, bar, kitchen, and events
2. Set the standard for service, product, and atmosphere
3. Be a visible, hands-on leader during peak trade
4. Build smart, efficient systems that keep everything running smoothly
Build the Team This is your team to create.
5. Recruit, train, and inspire a high-performing team ahead of launch
6. Create a culture full of pride, pace, and accountability
7. Develop people, spot potential, and grow future leaders
8. Make The Social a place people genuinely love to work
Drive Performance You’ll own the numbers as much as the vibe.
9. Maximise revenue across food, drink, events, and retail
10. Control labour, stock, and costs without compromising quality
11. Use data, insight, and instinct to keep improving performance
12. Work closely with senior leaders on menus, pricing, and launches
Own the Experience Every guest, every time.
13. Deliver a welcoming, effortless, memorable experience
14. Lead from the floor and set the tone for service
15. Handle feedback with confidence and turn problems into wins
16. Constantly look for ways to elevate the offer
Events & Community The Social is more than a venue — it’s a hub.
17. Oversee private rooms, bookings, and event delivery
18. Bring screenings, group events, and social moments to life
19. Ensure every event is slick, well-run, and unforgettable
What We’re Looking For
20. A proven leader in high-volume, quality-led hospitality
21. Strong commercial awareness and operational control
22. A natural host with presence, energy, and credibility
23. Someone who thrives in a launch environment and loves building from scratch
What You’ll Get
24. Competitive salary
25. Real progression opportunities within a growing group
26. Ongoing training and development
27. Opportunities to work across exciting locations
28. Staff discounts across food, drink, and accommodation
29. Subsidised accommodation
Ready to lead something from day one? Apply now and be part of building The Social into the place everyone’s talking about.