Deputy General Manager in London

Deputy General Manager - Premium Pub & Restaurant - Central London
Salary package up to £60,000 inclusive of tronc
January 2027 start | March 2027 opening
Are you an ambitious Deputy General Manager with a background in premium London pubs, bars or restaurants?
Are you ready to be part of an exciting new opening in one of London's most prestigious areas?
We are recruiting a talented Deputy General Manager for an exciting new premium hospitality venue opening in Central London in March 2027.
Offering a salary package of approximately £60,000 inclusive of tronc, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced hospitality manager to join ahead of opening, help build a high-performing team and play a key role in establishing a new destination venue.
The Opportunity
This is a premium, high-volume operation combining the character of a traditional British pub with a contemporary food and drink offering and a vibrant atmosphere throughout the day and evening.
Working closely with the General Manager, you will support the day-to-day running of the business, ensuring exceptional hospitality, strong team engagement and consistently high operating standards.
We are particularly interested in:
Experienced Deputy General Managers from high-volume, premium hospitality operations.
General Managers currently running smaller businesses who are ready to step up into a larger operation.
Assistant General Managers or Restaurant Managers from established premium London restaurant and bar groups.
A strong background in premium London pubs, bars or restaurants is essential .
Experience in fine dining or high-end restaurants would be a distinct advantage.
Key Responsibilities
Support the General Manager in the smooth day-to-day running of the business.
Lead, motivate and develop the front-of-house team, creating a positive and professional working environment.
Deliver exceptional guest experiences and maintain consistently high service standards.
Support pre-opening preparations, including recruitment, staff training and operational planning.
Work closely with the kitchen team to deliver an outstanding food and beverage operation.
Assist with rota planning, labour control, stock management and operational costs.
Contribute to sales growth and the overall commercial success of the business.
Lead busy services confidently, resolving issues quickly and maintaining standards under pressure.
Handle guest feedback professionally and build strong relationships with regular customers.
Deputise for the General Manager when required.
What We're Looking For
Proven experience as a Deputy General Manager, Assistant General Manager, Restaurant Manager or similar.
High-volume Deputy General Manager experience, or General Manager experience within a smaller operation.
A strong track record within premium London pubs, bars or restaurants.
Fine dining or high-end restaurant experience would be advantageous.
Excellent leadership and people-management skills.
A positive, approachable personality with excellent communication skills.
Strong operational awareness and a commercially minded approach.
The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and make decisions under pressure.
A genuine passion for hospitality and exceptional customer service.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
Salary & Benefits
Approximately £60,000 per annum inclusive of tronc.
January 2027 start date.
Opportunity to be involved in a major new opening in March 2027.
A key management position within a premium hospitality operation.
The opportunity to develop your experience alongside an established General Manager.
Potential for future career progression within an ambitious hospitality business.
Apply Today
If you're an ambitious hospitality professional with the experience, personality and drive to help launch an exciting new venue, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now to discuss this opportunity in confidence.
This vacancy is being advertised confidentially by Host Staffing a specialist hospitality recruitment agency.
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