
KEONBAE is a Japanese and Korean-inspired restaurant located in the heart of Kidbrooke, South East London. We offer a unique and interactive dining experience, combining a conveyor belt sushi system with Korean BBQ grills, bringing together quality food, modern dining technology, and warm hospitality.
We are looking for an experienced, passionate, and hands-on General Manager to lead our restaurant operations, develop a high-performing team, and deliver an exceptional customer experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Restaurant Operations: Oversee daily operations, ensuring smooth service across conveyor belt sushi and Korean BBQ dining areas while maintaining high standards of food quality, cleanliness, and safety.
- Team Management: Recruit, train, motivate, and supervise staff, manage rotas, and foster a positive, high-performing team.
- Customer Experience: Deliver excellent hospitality, handle customer feedback, and build strong relationships with local residents to encourage repeat visits.
- Financial Performance: Drive sales and profitability, control labour and operating costs, minimise wastage, and monitor key performance indicators.
- Marketing & Business Growth: Support promotions, local marketing initiatives, and customer loyalty strategies to grow the restaurant's reputation and customer base.
- Compliance & Standards: Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health and safety, and licensing regulations, including safe operation of conveyor belt systems and BBQ grills.
- Business Ownership Mindset: Work closely with the owners to identify opportunities, improve efficiency, and continuously enhance overall restaurant performance.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a Restaurant General Manager, Restaurant Manager, or similar senior restaurant management position. Preferably with knowledge in Korean/Japanese cuisine setting
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Good understanding of restaurant financial management, including labour costs, food costs, and sales performance.
- Excellent customer service skills and a genuine passion for hospitality.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and remain calm under pressure.
- Strong knowledge of UK food hygiene and health and safety standards.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays as required.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Supportive working environment with direct communication with the restaurant owners.
- Opportunity to contribute ideas and shape the future growth of KEONBAE.
- Long-term career development opportunities as the business grows.
- Experience
- Required
- Employment
- Full-time
- Salary
- £32,000 – £40,000 yearly
- Benefits
- Bonus Scheme
- Starting time
- Immediate start!
4 Plowden Road, SE3 9JR, London

Japanese/Korean Restaurant • 11-50 Employees
Hiring on JOB TODAY since June, 2026
We are a modern Korean & Japanese restaurant offering authentic Japanese sushi served on a conveyor belt alongside Korean cuisine. We are passionate about quality, & creating a positive environment where our people can thrive.
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