General Manager - Rushden Job Title: General Manager - TGI Fridays Location: Various UK Locations Contract: Full-Time | Guaranteed 48-Hour Contract General Manager - Director of the Fridays Experience Lead the Show. Inspire the Cast. Create the Energy. You already know who we are. The red and white stripes. The neon glow. The walls packed with nostalgia and the unmistakable buzz of celebration. Since 1965, TGI Fridays has brought people together through bold flavour, legendary drinks, and high-energy hospitality. From the invention of the Long Island Iced Tea to making the humble potato skin a global favourite, we've never followed trends - we've created them. This isn't just a restaurant. It's a revival. A place where freedom, flair, and joy take centre stage - and we're searching for our next leading act. The Role: Your Stage, Your Script As General Manager, you are more than a manager. You are a showrunner, culture driver, and visionary. Every shift is a performance. Every team member is part of your ensemble. Every guest is your audience. You will lead the entire operation from front of house to kitchen, from day to night. And your mission is simple: Deliver unforgettable experiences, drive success, and lead with excellence. Your Mission Lead the Cast : Inspire, develop, and energise your team through the Fridays values - Pride, Passion, Personality, and Protection Own the Experience : Oversee every element of the guest journey - from floor energy to kitchen execution Deliver Standing Ovations : Build guest loyalty and create a culture where every visit feels like a Friday Drive Business Success : Grow sales, control costs, and identify new revenue opportunities Champion People Development : Mentor, nurture, and promote a culture of recognition and growth Run It Like It's Yours : Take full ownership of your restaurant's success - because, in spirit, it is About You You bring proven leadership experience in a high-paced hospitality environment You're passionate about creating magical guest experiences You combine commercial acumen with hands-on operational expertise You think strategically, lead confidently, and act with flair You're committed to building a high-performance team and inclusive culture You're available to work evenings and weekends - when the lights are on and the crowd is roaring Most of all, you lead with energy, optimism, and a belief that work should be as joyful as it is purposeful Your Backstage Perks Guaranteed 48-hour working contract Annual performance-based incentive programme Enhanced pension scheme Optional Private Medical Insurance Full access to our Aspire Leadership Development Pathway and national apprenticeships Invitations to exclusive Leadership Conferences 50% discount on food for you and up to five guests Recognition and reward programmes Long service awards and team celebration culture Wagestream - access your earnings in real time Membership with Hospitality Action for mental health and wellbeing support Who We Are At Fridays, we celebrate every stripe - whoever you are and whatever makes you, you. Diversity and inclusion are not simply ideals - they are the foundation of who we are. Through our "Pridays" forum and inclusive programmes, we support LGBTQ rights, gender equity, accessibility, and individuality. We don't ask you to fit in. We invite you to belong. "No one ever made a difference by being like everyone else." - P.T. Barnum Ready to Lead the Fridays Experience? If you're over school-leaving age and ready to join a brand where craft meets celebration, teamwork becomes theatre, and leadership is about heart as much as strategy - this is your cue. Step into the spotlight. Lead the performance. Shape the future. Apply now. Your Fridays story starts here.