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General Manager - The Black Penny - London

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General Manager
Location: London (multi-site group)
Salary: £42,000–£47,000 + performance bonus
Hours: Full-time
Key Requirements (Must-Have)

  • Proven experience as a General Manager or senior leader in a high-volume restaurant (5+ years)
  • Strong leadership and team development track record
  • Solid commercial awareness with P&L ownership
  • Ability to drive sales, profitability, and performance targets
  • Hands-on approach with a passion for guest experience, food, and service standards

About Us
We’re a growing all-day dining group with three London sites and more openings on the way. Our focus is on quality, consistency, and building strong teams that deliver exceptional guest experiences.
The Role
As General Manager, you will take full ownership of your restaurant, leading your team to deliver excellent service, strong financial performance, and a positive, high-performing culture. This is site based, and you will spend your time on the floor.
Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee day-to-day restaurant operations and lead from the floor
  • Coach, develop, and inspire your team
  • Deliver outstanding guest experience and maintain strong review scores
  • Drive sales, targets, and profitability
  • Manage labour, stock, and costs effectively
  • Ensure compliance with H&S, food safety, and company standards
  • Handle customer feedback professionally and resolve issues efficiently
  • Lead recruitment, training, and team development
  • Execute marketing campaigns and in-store activations
  • Collaborate with operations, HR, and marketing teams
  • Support other sites when required

What We’re Looking For

  • A confident, hands-on leader who leads by example
  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail
  • customer-first mindset with a passion for hospitality
  • Positive, driven, and capable of building a high-performing team culture
  • Interest in food and drink (wine knowledge is a plus)

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary (£42k–£47k)
  • Performance bonus (post-probation)
  • Clear career progression with new openings planned
  • Refer-a-friend scheme
  • Paid holidays
  • Staff meals and beverages
  • Company events and team socials

We’re looking for a leader who sets standards, drives results, and creates an environment where teams thrive.
We look forward to working with you,
TBP
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:


  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Discounted or free food
  • Employee discount

Experience:


  • Hospitality management: 5 years (preferred)

Language:


  • English (required)

Licence/Certification:


  • Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate (preferred)

Work authorisation:


  • United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

  • Experience
    Required
  • Languages
    English – Advanced
  • Employment
    Full-time

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Founded in 2014, The Black Penny is a vibrant coffee shop and restaurant with three branches located in Covent Garden, Sloane Square, and Southbank. We serve specialty coffee, handcrafted cocktails, and freshly prepared breakfast and lunch.

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