Restaurant General Manager - Daytime hours

Restaurant General Manager - £50,000 package with mostly daytime hours

Fantastic opportunity for an experienced leader looking for better work/life balance in a rural location near Southampton.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Restaurant General Manager near Southampton to join a busy fresh-food venue known for its weddings, private events, and quality dining experience. This is a hands-on role within a well-established business offering a supportive environment, strong team culture, and the chance to lead a thriving operation while enjoying a healthier work/life balance.

The venue is also easily commutable from Winchester, making it an excellent option for candidates looking for their next leadership role within hospitality.

Why apply / What's in it for you?

• £50,000 package (Salary + tronc + bonus)
• Basic salary between £40,000 to £45,000 depending on experience
• Tronc and bonus structure
• Mostly daytime hours, usually 8am-5pm
• Only 2-3 evenings per week supporting weddings and events
• 48-hour per week contract
• Opportunity to lead a successful fresh-food operation
• Supportive and professional working environment near Southampton

Key Responsibilities:

As Restaurant General Manager, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the venue, ensuring excellent standards across both restaurant service and events.

• Oversee all restaurant operations and daily service
• Lead, motivate, and develop the front-of-house team
• Support weddings, functions, and private events
• Maintain exceptional guest service standards
• Work closely with the kitchen and events teams
• Drive operational efficiency and team performance

What we're looking for:

We're looking for a confident and experienced Restaurant General Manager with a passion for hospitality and fresh food.

• Previous Restaurant Manager experience within a fresh-food or high-end environment
• Experience managing weddings and events
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Hands-on approach with excellent customer service standards
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospitality environment

If you're looking for your next step as a Restaurant General Manager near Southampton, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful hospitality business offering excellent work/life balance and long-term career potential. Apply now to hear more about this exciting role near Southampton.

Job Number │ (phone number removed) / INDSOTONCHEF
Location │ near Southampton
Role │ Restaurant General Manager

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