General Manager

Designate General Manager
In Whitbread our priority will always be to develop our internal talent to support them with their career goals and retain top talent in the business. As we continue to expand our portfolio we also need to look for external talent to support this and to invite different thinking and cultural add. We are now actively looking for the talent of the future. Initially the roles will operate alongside existing Managers until a suitable location becomes available. This is a great opportunity to learn the business from experienced team. We want to make sure our Managers have great work life balance so any permanent location will be within either 30 miles or 1 hour travel from your home.
Salary - £38,250-£42,500
We're looking for individuals with the passion for service that will make every diner feel truly valued. It's the consistently high standards of our teams that turn each restaurant sitting into a collection of individual experiences, defined by the feel-good atmosphere and warm reception. Whether you're providing a friendly smile at the table or preparing their favourite dishes in the kitchen, our customer experiences are all down to you. Our delicious food is a great excuse to get together, but it's the quality of our people that makes it special. Together, we can make Cookhouse & Pub a place to look forward to, by making every meal a great memory that lasts.
As General Manager you will be responsible for the entire restaurant and you will run it with heart and soul, being personally involved and proud to take complete ownership of your restaurant every day. You will oversee all operations, leading the team to ensure that every guest served receives the best possible experience and leaves with great lasting memories.
The values that we are looking for:
Hard working, proud and committed, never standing by and watching but rolling up your sleeves ready to muck in.
Relaxed, informal and genuine with the ability to put people at ease and can see the needs of guests/team.
Straight talking and confident with consistency in what you say and do.
An eye for detail with food, service, cleanliness and the business.
A passion to lead, motivate and develop a team of people to become your restaurants main ingredient.
What's in it for you:
Opportunities to progress
Showcasing your knowledge & experience, becoming a Whitbread superstar
The opportunity to say you've been part of a new site opening
Market leading salaries
Competitive bonus potential