Job Description

Job Title: General Manager - Bodean's BBQ Group


Location: Covent Garden, London


Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits


Job Type: Full-time, Permanent


About Bodean's:


At Bodean's, we've been serving up authentic American BBQ since 2002, becoming a staple of London's dining scene. With multiple locations across the capital, our focus is simple and powerful: Barbecue, Bourbon & Beer.



Now in collaboration with renowned chef and meat expert Richard H. Turner - the 'King of London's Carnivores' - we're going back to our roots and taking our BBQ to the next level. Low & slow is the name of the game: Brisket, Jacob's Ladder, Baby Back Ribs and more, smoked in-house and served with soul.



Our Covent Garden smokehouse is a prime destination for pre-theatre meals and post-show drinks, just minutes from the West End's most iconic venues.


About the Role:


We're looking for a dynamic, commercially minded General Manager to lead our well-established central London site. You'll be the face of the restaurant, driving performance, developing your team, and delivering memorable guest experiences.



This is a great opportunity to step into a key leadership role with scope to grow, both professionally and as part of a wider group expansion.


Key Responsibilities:

Oversee all daily operations of a high-volume restaurant Lead and motivate a team to deliver outstanding hospitality Enhance and elevate the guest experience at every opportunity Manage staff recruitment, training, rotas, and performance Control costs, manage stock, and deliver strong P&L results Ensure full compliance with health & safety and food hygiene standards Work with the Business Development Manager to promote the site and drive local engagement

What We're Looking For:

Experience as a General Manager or strong Assistant General Manager in a busy restaurant or pub Passion for hospitality and a guest-first mindset Proven ability to lead, train, and retain a high-performing team Confident in financial reporting, stock control, and operational planning Calm under pressure with strong problem-solving skills A love of BBQ and American-style service is a big plus!

What We Offer:

Competitive salary + performance-based bonus Clear career progression opportunities Comprehensive training and development Autonomy to make your mark in one of our busiest London locations Fun, collaborative team culture with strong head office support

Interested in another Bodean's location or role?


We're always growing! If you love what we do but are looking for a different opportunity within Bodean's Group, send us a message with your CV and preferred location.


Apply now and join a team that's serious about flavour, hospitality, and doing BBQ right.


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