General Manager

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 March 2026
LOCATION
West Molesey, Surrey
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£35,000 / year
CATEGORY
Hospitality
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SKILLS

Leadership Wine Knowledge Stock Management Team Development Sales Hospitality Management

FULL DESCRIPTION

We’re looking for a full-time Manager to lead our team and help shape the next chapter of our growing business. This is a hands-on, people-focused role for someone who loves hospitality, thrives in a small but ambitious environment, and takes pride in creating memorable experiences for guests and staff alike.

Leadership & Culture

  • Acting as an ambassador for [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk], embodying our values of warmth, inclusivity, and genuine hospitality.
  • Being a visible, positive presence on the floor — engaging with guests, supporting your team, and fostering a fun, professional atmosphere.
  • Leading by example to instill pride, confidence, and passion within the team.

Wine & Beverage Expertise

  • Developing a deep understanding of our wine and drinks offering, with an enthusiasm for keeping the range fresh, interesting, and accessible.
  • Supporting tastings, events, and wine education for both staff and customers.

Operations & Stock Management

  • Supporting in the management of stock control, stock rotation, and accurate stock reporting.
  • Working with the owners to ensure stock levels are maintained
  • Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and compliance, including opening/closing procedures and regular audit trails

Team Development

  • Ensuring the rota is efficient, fair, and aligned with business needs, including holiday planning and payroll preparation.

Sales & Business Performance

  • Motivating the team to deliver excellent service, increase sales, and meet cost targets.
  • Bringing energy, ideas, and initiative to help grow the business and enhance the guest experience.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary depending on experience
  • Generous staff discount on and off shift
  • Company pension
  • Training
  • Supportive wellbeing programme
  • Casual dress
  • A warm, collaborative working environment where your ideas genuinely matter

Experience Required

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in bar, restaurant, or hospitality management
  • Strong leadership skills with a hands-on, can-do approach
  • A passion for wine is essential — formal qualifications are a bonus but not required

If you’re excited by the idea of leading a friendly, community-focused venue and helping shape the future of [Employer hidden], we’d love to hear from you. Please email [contact hidden] with your CV and a covering note as to why you think you would be a good fit!

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