General manager + New opening think Morden British meets American fine dining

Job title:

General manager + New opening think Morden British meets American fine dining

Company

Berkeley Scott

Job description

OPENING GENERAL MANAGER
Modern British Meets American Brasserie
£60,000–£65,000 + BenefitsWe’re firing up something special in East London — a bold, produce-led surf & turf brasserie celebrating the very best of seasonal British ingredients with an American edge. Think wood-fired steaks, wild fish, organic native breeds, and a drinks list built around sharp cocktails and natural wines, all served in a stylish, laid-back setting with genuine warmth and flair.We’re now looking for a hands-on, commercially astute General Manager to lead the opening and make this place sing from day one.About the role:You’ll be working alongside a Michelin-starred chef, combining serious culinary clout with modern brasserie energy. We’re talking about a confident, guest-focused dining experience that feels as good as it tastes — high standards without the stiffness.As Opening General Manager- you’ll be:Leading the daily operation across both service and back officeHiring, mentoring and managing a FOH team of 10+ with energy and intentBuilding a positive team culture rooted in excellence, accountability, and careWorking closely with the kitchen on sourcing, seasonality, and sustainabilityManaging rotas, stock, training and budgets with confidence and structure

Representing the venue and setting the tone — warm, sharp and in controlWe’re looking for someone who:Has proven leadership experience in high-volume, casual fine diningThrives in independent hospitality and knows how to make things happenBalances sharp admin and financial skills with a love for being on the floorGenuinely loves good food, great drinks, and brilliant peopleWants to play a key part in shaping the identity and culture of a new openingKnows their British produce, respects the seasons, and embraces qualityKellan Group (including all of our brands, Berkeley Scott, RK and Quantica) are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You’ll find a wide selection of vacancies on our websites

Expected salary

£60000 – 65000 per year

Location

Euston, Suffolk

Job date

Sun, 18 May 2025 06:50:15 GMT

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