Job Description

Group Restaurant General Manager- Grandpa Greene's Diggle & Greene's Bistro, Uppermill Park

Salary:

Negotiable depending on experience

Hours:

40-45 hours per week (typically 9am-5pm, including weekends)

Benefits:

Pension contribution, staff lunch, 28 days' paid holiday, weekly tips, 50% off food

Reports to:

Directors

About the Opportunity

We're looking for an experienced and passionate

Restaurant General Manager

to lead operations across two of Saddleworth's most iconic hospitality venues,

Grandpa Greene's in Diggle

and

Greene's Bistro in Uppermill Park

.

This is an incredible opportunity to join a proudly

independent, family-run group

during a period of exciting

growth, expansion and modernisation

. You'll play a key leadership role in shaping the future of both venues, driving standards, developing teams and delivering an unforgettable customer experience.

We're looking for someone who wants to

take ownership

, bring

fresh ideas

, and lead with energy, professionalism and creativity.

About Us

"Back in the 1920s, Grandpa Greene made his own ice cream using a churn in the back yard of his corner shop in Salford. Today, we've taken his recipe and developed it into a luxury handmade ice cream made the old-fashioned way."

From those humble beginnings, Grandpa Greene's has grown into a

200-seater ice cream parlour and restaurant

nestled in the green hills of Diggle, Saddleworth. It's one of the area's busiest and most loved destinations, with three glass-fronted terraces, indoor dining, waterfront seating and private domes.

Our second venue,

Greene's Bistro at Uppermill Park

, offers a relaxed yet refined dining experience celebrating seasonal British food, great coffee and friendly service.

Together, both sites form part of the growing

Grandpa Greene's Group

, offering real opportunities for career development and creativity within a supportive local business.

www.grandpagreenes.co.uk

The Role

As

Restaurant General Manager

, you will be hands on working in both sites take full responsibility for day-to-day operations across both sites, ensuring excellence in service, profitability and team performance. You'll report directly to the Directors and play a key part in the ongoing development and success of the group.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, motivate and develop front-of-house and management teams across both sites. Deliver exceptional customer service and hospitality standards at all times. Control operational costs including stock, labour and waste to maximise profitability. Work closely with Directors on sales performance, budgets and forecasts. Ensure full compliance with health, safety and food hygiene regulations. Maintain excellent communication between teams, ensuring smooth daily operations. Identify opportunities for growth, innovation and improved guest experience. Drive recruitment, training and staff retention, ensuring a positive and motivated team culture.

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

Experienced in managing busy restaurants or hospitality venues (minimum 5 years). Well-presented, professional, confident and hands-on. Commercially aware with strong understanding of budgets, cost control and sales growth. Organised, dependable and proactive under pressure. An exceptional communicator and motivator who leads by example. Passionate about hospitality, service and developing people. Ready to grow with us and help shape the future of the Grandpa Greene's Group.

Why Join Us

Be part of a respected, independent, family-run hospitality group. Opportunity to lead two thriving venues and make a real impact. Competitive pay, great perks and genuine career progression. Beautiful working locations in the heart of Saddleworth. A business that values creativity, quality and community.

Location:

Diggle & Uppermill, Saddleworth, Greater Manchester
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to 40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount On-site parking
Work Location: In person