General Manager

Posted 21 August 2026
Salary Dependent on Experience
LocationLondon
Sector Corporate / Business & Industry
Reference970399
Expiry 19 September 2026

Job description

General Manager
Contract Catering – B&I Venue
City of London
Monday–Friday predominantly
Salary: £55,000 + excellent benefits & perks

Our client is a leading provider of high-end catering and hospitality services, operating high-profile venues across London. They are seeking an experienced General Manager to lead a significant B&I operation, managing a large team and a multi-million-pound contract.

This is a high-profile operational role for an energetic and commercially minded leader who enjoys developing people, strengthening client relationships and continually improving the customer experience.

The General Manager will oversee the full operation, working closely with the client and senior internal stakeholders to ensure consistently high standards across Restaurant, Hospitality and busy Events & Conferences operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and inspire the operational team, setting high standards for service, presentation and performance.
  • Work closely with Heads of Department to ensure a joined-up and consistently strong operation.
  • Build trusted relationships with the client and key stakeholders.
  • Take responsibility for financial performance, budgets, cost control and identifying commercial opportunities.
  • Drive continuous improvement, introducing fresh ideas to enhance both the guest and client experience.
Ideal Candidate Profile We are looking for an experienced hospitality leader with a background in premium contract catering, B&I, events or conference venue management.
  • Strong, engaging leadership style with the ability to motivate teams at all levels.
  • Commercially astute, with sound financial and operational understanding.
  • Confident communicator with excellent client and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proactive, creative and solutions-focused, with a genuine passion for hospitality.
  • Ambitious and keen to develop within a growing organisation.
This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished General Manager to take ownership of a high-profile operation and make a real impact within a growing business.