RESTAURANT GENERAL MANAGER LIFESTYLE MEDITERRANEAN CONCEPT | LONDON Location: London Client: Confidential search led by COMPANIUM Hospitality
Concept Set in the heart of Knightsbridge, this new restaurant is more than just a restaurant; it is a vibrant escape inspired by the Amalfi Coast. The venue celebrates la dolce vita in a modern, cosmopolitan way. It offers a sensory and social experience where design, cuisine, and ambiance come together for London’s discerning clientele.
Role We are looking for a charismatic and experienced General Manager to lead this restaurant. This is a pivotal role requiring a dynamic leader who thrives in a high-end, fast-paced lifestyle environment. The GM will embody the soul of the concept warm, stylish, and highly service-oriented; while ensuring operational excellence and creating a unique and welcoming team culture.
Key responsibilities
Lead all post-opening operations including recruitment, training, and setup of systems and SOPs
Set the tone for the guest experience, delivering outstanding hospitality aligned with a Mediterranean spirit and London standards
Build, inspire, and manage a diverse front- and back-of-house team
Establish a strong service culture and ensure consistency across lunch, dinner, events, and bar service
Collaborate with the Group, based in Dubai, and the culinary team to ensure menu execution and brand coherence
Oversee financial performance including budgets, cost control, and KPI tracking
Develop a local guest base, increase visibility and support the marketing and events strategy
Manage suppliers, compliance, and health & safety in line with UK regulations
Profile
Proven experience as General Manager in an international group, for a high-end lifestyle restaurant
Strong leadership qualities: team builder, hands-on, performance-oriented
Understanding of the Mediterranean “art de vivre”, with cultural sensibility and hospitality savoir-faire
Stylish, charismatic, and client-facing, with a natural sense of hospitality and service excellence
Solid understanding of London’s F&B scene, operational standards, and customer expectations, especially high end restaurants & F&B concepts
Fluent in English; Italian or another European language is a plus
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