Overview
General Manager – Mediterranean Concept
Central London
£55,000 – £60,000
A design-led, intimate restaurant focused on Mediterranean cooking and a strong wine offering is looking for a General Manager to take full ownership of the operation.
This is a hands-on role with real autonomy, working closely with the owners to shape the culture, standards, and overall direction from day one.
The Role:
- Full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the restaurant
- Build, lead and develop a team of 15
- Drive standards across service, guest experience, and presentation
- Manage suppliers, ordering, and stock control
- Own the numbers – P&L, GP, costs, and performance
- Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure a joined-up approach
The Person:
- Proven experience as a General Manager within a quality independent restaurant
- Leads from the front and thrives in a floor-based role
- Commercially sharp – confident with P&L, GP, ordering and invoicing
- Strong people leader – able to train, develop and hold standards
- Clear communicator with fluent spoken and written English
- Genuine passion for hospitality, food, wine, and guest experience
48 covers | £50 average spend | Team of 15
If this sounds like a fit, get in touch: kate@corecruitment.com

Job Tenure: Permanent