General Manager - High-Volume food led Venue

COREcruitment · Leeds, West Yorkshire

General Manager - High-Volume food led Venue at COREcruitment, based in Leeds, West Yorkshire. This is a temporary role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Contract
Temporary
Posted
1 week ago
Closes
17 Nov 2026
Sector
Driving & Logistics

Reference vacancies/2611866566

About the role

General Manager - High-Volume food led Venue

Leeds
£50,000 + TRONC + Bonus

A large, high-volume venue is looking for a commercially driven General Manager to take full ownership of performance, culture, and standards. This is a £60–70k weekly net sales business with a 60/40 food-led offer, strong corporate trade, and a major focus on events and private hire. The site includes a sizeable indoor space, an upstairs area, and a busy external terrace that comes into its own during summer, with trading running until midnight on weekends.

The role:

  • Full accountability for a £60–70k weekly revenue business, driving sales across food, drink, and events
  • Lead, develop, and embed a strong team culture across a headcount of around 50
  • Maximise revenue through corporate bookings, private hire, and seasonal trading opportunities
  • Ensure consistent delivery of operational standards across a large, multifaceted site
  • Work closely with an established AGM and Assistant Manager to maintain structure and performance
  • Oversee the planning and execution of high-volume events, ensuring smooth delivery and repeat business
  • Take ownership of P&L performance, identifying opportunities to grow revenue and control costs

The person:

  • Proven General Manager with a strong track record in sales-driven environments
  • Experience leading large, complex venues with a mix of dining, events, and high-volume trade
  • Commercially sharp, with a clear understanding of how to drive revenue and maximise profit
  • Strong people leader, able to build, motivate, and retain high-performing teams
  • Confident managing corporate bookings and private hire at scale
  • Detail-focused operator who delivers consistency without losing pace
  • A natural fit for the culture - hands-on, driven, and focused on results

If this sounds like you or someone you know get in touch- [email removed]

Reference: vacancies/2611866566 · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 17 Nov 2026 · Listed via COREcruitment

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