Operations Manager - Premium Restaurant Group
- London
- £90,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Central London
£90,000 plus bonusWe’re looking for an experienced Operations Manager to oversee two premium, high-volume London restaurants, with more growth on the horizon. This is a key role for the business – you’ll work closely with the leadership team, shape the people culture, and help set the standard as new openings (including international) come online.What’s involved:
- Lead two sites, with direct responsibility for two GMs and their wider management teams
- Balance high standards with high volume – fresh food, premium service, and fast-paced operations
- Be both strategic and hands-on – sleeves rolled up, visible on the floor, and inspirational to your team
- Full commercial responsibility, including financial performance and future CAPEX projects
- Manage up with emotional intelligence – this is a founder-led business with uncompromising standards
- Build and foster a strong people culture, developing talent and driving engagement across the group
- A proven senior operator with experience leading GMs in premium, destination-led restaurants – multisite experience is essential for this role
- Someone at ease with large, complex, and high-footfall sites
- New openings experience is ESSENTIAL
- Strong fresh food background – quality at scale
- Commercially sharp with solid financial acumen
- London market knowledge is essential
- Resilient, driven, and comfortable balancing strategy with day-to-day delivery