General Manager
8 days ago
£40000–£50000 yearly
Full-time
London
Whelans is a vibrant, welcoming pub company known for great quality food and drink, warm hospitality, and a buzzing atmosphere. We’re committed to creating memorable guest experiences and fostering a positive, motivated team culture. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for an exceptional General Manager to lead one of our venues to its next chapter. The Role As our General Manager, you will be the driving force behind the pub’s success. You’ll oversee all day-to-day operations, manage and inspire your team, deliver outstanding customer service, and ensure strong commercial performance. Key Responsibilities • Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing front- and back-of-house team, • Maintain exceptional standards of service, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction, • Oversee stock management, ordering, and cost control, • Drive sales and profitability through great hospitality and local marketing initiatives, • Ensure compliance with licensing laws, health & safety, and company policies, • Recruit, train, and schedule staff effectively, • Manage budgets, P&L performance, and financial reporting, • Build strong relationships with guests, suppliers, and the local community About You We’re looking for a confident, hands-on leader with a passion for hospitality and people. You will have: • Proven experience as a General Manager or similar role in a pub, bar, or hospitality venue, • Strong leadership and communication skills, • A commercial mindset with experience hitting KPIs and driving revenue, • A calm, positive attitude under pressure, • A genuine passion for creating memorable guest experiences, • Excellent organisation and problem-solving abilities, • Personal licence (desirable)