Job Description

General Manager Wanted at The Salmon of Knowledge

Where the Guinness is perfect, the music's loud, and the craic never quits.

Do you have the charm of a true Irish host, the leadership to steer a bustling team, and the experience to keep the good times flowing and the pints pouring? Then you might just be the one we're looking for...

The Salmon of Knowledge our much-loved, high-energy Irish bar with homes in both the Northern Quarter, Media City and Didsbury is on the hunt for a General Manager for our new Alderley Edge site to take the helm and lead the charge. We're talking busy weekends, big personalities, and a bar where everyone knows your name (and their favourite pint).

As General Manager, you'll oversee the day-to-day running of the venue, ensuring smooth operations across front and back of house, exceptional customer experiences, and a motivated, happy team. You'll take ownership of driving sales, maintaining standards, and delivering the vibrant atmosphere our guests expect. We are looking for someone who is driven and has a real passion for people, food and hospitality!

Why work with us?

Competitive Salary Tips - All tips and gratuities received go directly to our team Flexible shift patterns that allow for a great work/life balance 28 days paid holiday a year (pro rata if part time) 50% off food across all the Northern Lights Group (Maximum 4 people) Full training Access to online training and courses Career pathways and development Employer contribution pension scheme
What will your responsibilities be? (but not limited to)

Responsible and accountable in all areas of successfully running the site. Organising and overseeing all front of house staff, delegating and sharing tasks Undertake any role/responsibility front of house when needed. Ensure exceptional service standards are consistently maintained. Address customer inquiries, feedback, and complaints in a professional and efficient manner. Train and develop the front of house team, to encourage a succession plan for the front of house department, as and when you progress within the company Encourage the team development of wider front of house team, driven by the Assistant General Manager Lead on talent planning in all areas of the front of house team Ensure a good working relationship with front and back of house team members Manage staff and corrective actions as necessary with support from the head office HR team Managing team rotas, holidays and absences Recruitment of front of house team, maintaining a reasonable level of staff to run the site effectively Responsible and accountable for Health and Safety, following all company compliance and policy Deliver KPI's to company targets Ensure compliance with internal company policies and industry regulations. Collaborate with others to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
Reports to the Operations Manager.

Key Requirements

Proven experience as a General Manager, or in a similar high-level role within the hospitality or restaurant industry Strong communication and interpersonal skills Experience with events Passion for hospitality Excellent leadership and team management skills. Ability to work efficiently under pressure, particularly during weekends and busy events. Excellent knowledge of restaurant hygiene regulations. Weekend availability is essential - this role will involve working most weekends going forward. A strong work ethic, positive attitude, and commitment to upholding our high culinary standards.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 33,251.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount
Ability to commute/relocate:

Alderley Edge SK9 7JT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:

Restaurant management: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person