General Manager
1 month ago
£30000–£50000 yearly
Full-time
Clapham, Lambeth
General Manager – Busy Café & Bar (Clapham) We are looking for an experienced, energetic General Manager to lead one of our busiest café & bar venues in Clapham. You’ll be joining a growing independent café business with six vibrant locations, known for great coffee, fresh food, and a welcoming atmosphere. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated hospitality professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and loves building strong teams and delivering exceptional customer experiences. Salary: £35,000 – £55,000 per year (depending on experience) The Role As General Manager, you will take full ownership of the day-to-day running of the café & bar. You will lead and develop your team, maintain high service standards, and ensure the venue operates smoothly, profitably, and with a positive culture. Key Responsibilities • Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing team, • Oversee daily operations across café and bar service, • Deliver excellent customer service and create a welcoming environment, • Manage staffing levels, rotas, and recruitment, • Maintain strong operational standards including hygiene, health & safety, • Control costs, stock, and ordering to meet financial targets, • Monitor performance and drive revenue growth, • Work closely with senior leadership across the group, • Ensure consistent quality of food, coffee, and drinks What We’re Looking For • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a senior management role within hospitality (café, restaurant, or bar), • Strong leadership and team management skills, • Highly organised with excellent attention to detail, • Positive, proactive attitude and strong work ethic, • Ability to perform under pressure in a busy environment, • Excellent communication and people skills, • Experience managing stock, budgets, and labour costs, • Passion for hospitality, coffee, and customer service What We Offer • Competitive salary £35k+ depending on experience, • Opportunity to grow within an expanding independent hospitality group, • Supportive senior leadership and strong team culture, • The chance to lead a busy, vibrant venue in the heart of Clapham If you’re a driven hospitality leader ready to take ownership of a thriving venue, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and short intro
