General Manager
Flexible Workforce Solutions Ltd · Direct employer
OTE: £54,000
A rare opportunity to open and lead a brand‑new, flagship hospitality venue in the heart of Edinburgh.
We're looking for a proven General Manager with a strong track record in high‑volume, premium, multi‑faceted venues. Food‑led experience is essential, as is exposure to live music / entertainment concepts. You'll be confident managing managers, driving standards, and creating an exciting environment for both guests and teams.
The Details:
- £43,000+ DOE
- Guaranteed TRONC £150 per week minimum
- Bonus £3-4k per annum
- OTE: £54,000
- Benefits: Career progression within a growing group, autonomy, and involvement in a flagship project
Here's why we think this opportunity is so exciting:
- Flagship opening with genuine ambition to become a market‑leading city venue
- Strong emphasis on food, all‑day dining and a standout late‑night offer
- Live music and entertainment delivered in partnership with an established, respected group
- Rare opportunity to shape culture, standards and direction from the ground up
- Full operational leadership of a large, dynamic and premium venue
- Direct management of, and support from, a Deputy Manager and Restaurant Manager
- Reporting to Ops/Area Management
- Oversight of all commercial and operational performance, including food, drink and entertainment
- Recruitment, training and development of a large multi-department team
- Supplier negotiation, compliance, cost control and performance management
- Ownership of social media presence and event planning input
- Creating an exciting, structured and professional environment for both staff and guests
- Proven GM experience in premium, high-turnover hospitality
- Strong background in food-led operations and live music / entertainment venues
- Confident managing managers, delegating effectively and maintaining full operational oversight
- Commercially astute with a strong grasp of cocktails, drinks trends and guest experience metrics
- Highly organised, structured and comfortable leading large teams
- Ambitious, energetic and aligned with a brand that strives for excellence innovation
This is an exceptional opportunity to help shape what is set to become an iconic capital city venue. The owners are ambitious, forward‑thinking and backed by a strong track record - the successful candidate must reflect that same drive and standard.
Flexible Workforce Solutions are acting as the recruiter for this role and not the direct employer. There are no Visa Sponsorship opportunities for this role and applicants must demonstrate their Right to Work in the UK.
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