General Manager - London

At Vagabond Wines we like to set our priorities right; people first, wine first and passion first! We're on the hunt for passionate, driven leaders to join our rebellion and help us take over the London wine scene.

Who Are We? We're Vagabond. We do things differently. No wine snobbery. Just lots of people-level-uppery. We’re an award-winning, high-fiving, people-loving, training-leading, tech-embracing wine bar with a buzzing atmosphere where our teams shine brighter than a leprechaun's butt cheeks. We offer over 100 delicious wines by the glass, ready for tasting and exploring through our futuristic wine dispensers. Pair that with our seasonal sharing menu and our very own urban winery, and you've got the perfect place to work and play.

The Role: Bench General Manager

The General Manager is the backbone of each of our venues and should be a golden compass to their team, dishing out energy boosts and high fives. They are accountable for the strategic and operational development and general amazingness of their business. Under the guidance of the Head of Operations, they will oversee revenue, service, recruitment and general strategies to ensure the business is run efficiently and profitably.

No Sommelier? No Stress! All levels of wine knowledge are welcome. We offer awesome training to turn you into a wine wizard.

What we can offer you:

• £950 to spend on your mental and physical wellbeing every year
• A benefits package, including half-price cinema tickets, discounted holidays, shopping and gym memberships
• Free meals on every shift
• Competitive rates of pay
• Training and development
• 50% discount on everything in every Vagabond and 20% on Majestic Wine
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible working hours
• Opportunity to grow and progress your career
• Referral fee
• Wine trips abroad
• Long Service Awards
• Birthday Present
• Volunteer Day Off
• Parties!

Are you fizzy as a Riesling? We are looking for someone who:

• Feedback Fan: You take constructive feedback on the chin and use it to level up.
• Pride Player: You take pride in the details—from a perfectly clean venue to the extra sparkle in your service.
• Forever Learner, Forever Leader: You’re always looking for ways to grow and inspire others to do the same.
• Idea Alchemist: You listen, contribute, and ask, “But what if we did it this way instead?”
• Tough Talks, Handled Softly: You handle difficult conversations with empathy, clarity, and confidence.
• Endurance Icon: You’ve got the stamina to run a floor, host an event, and still have energy for a celebratory glass after.
• Wheels at the Ready: You're happy to travel around the UK if needed.

A little about the Role:

• Chief Vino Visionary: You guide guests on a full-on wine adventure.
• The Money Maestro: You steer the financial ship and plot the course to glorious horizons.
• Event Commander-in-Chief: You plan and execute events smoothly.
• People Powerhouse: You spot talent and build a dream team.
• Store Sorcerer: You keep the day-to-day operations flawless.
• Stock Commander: You know where every bottle is and how to make every drop count.
• Reputation Builder & Local Legend: You build bridges and put Vagabond on the map.
• Team Captain: Your team thrives because you’ve got their back.