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General Manager

Job Posted: 22 days ago

Salary: £ 39,000 - 39,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Old Town Edinburgh

Expire in: 6 days

Job Description

General Manager
 
 Drinks‑Led Late‑Night Pub & Live Music Venue
 Edinburgh Old Town
 £39,000 base + TRONC + Pension
 Excellent company benefits | Expanding operator
  
 A recently launched late‑night pub and live music venue from one of Edinburgh's most exciting emerging hospitality groups is now looking for an experienced General Manager.
  
 This is a high‑volume, drinks‑forward venue in a buzzing student-heavy area - perfect for a hands‑on GM with personality, presence and a genuine passion for great drinks, atmosphere and teams. 
 Why This Role?  
Join a fast‑growing, ambitious operator with clear plans for expansion - and opportunities to grow with the group 
A premium late‑night destination, consistently performing strongly for atmosphere, drinks quality and service 
Drinks‑led with a small, simple food offer - ideal for a GM who thrives on the bar floor 
A venue where energy, music and personality are central to the experience   
 What's On Offer?  
£39,000 per annum + TRONC + Pension 
Company‑wide discounts and benefits across a growing hospitality group 
Support from an experienced multi‑site senior leadership team 
A real opportunity to shape the future of a new venue   
 The Role  
 As General Manager, you'll be fully accountable for the performance and culture of the venue, including:
  
Leading and inspiring your team to deliver consistently high standards 
Driving KPIs across sales, margins, service and guest satisfaction 
Being a visible, customer‑facing presence - setting the pace and energy of the venue 
Working closely with senior group management, maintaining clear and regular communication 
Full responsibility for licensing, health & safety, and compliance 
Supporting recruitment, onboarding, training and ongoing team development   
 What We're Looking For  
Proven management experience in busy, premium, drinks‑led venues (pubs, bars, late‑night venues or clubs) 
Confident, energetic and comfortable leading from the front 
Strong drinks knowledge (cocktails, spirits, premium beers) 
Social‑media savvy and commercially switched on 
Ambitious, creative and motivated to help shape a growing venue 
GM experience preferred, though strong AGMs at top venues will be considered 
Excellent references and a solid understanding of current licensing and compliance regulations   
 Flexible Workforce Solutions are acting as the recruiter for this role and not the direct employer.
 There is no visa sponsorship available for this position - applicants must have the right to work in the UK

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