General Manager

About Us:

Come join the bagel revolution! Say no to mass produced bread and pre-made food that you have no idea where it comes from. If you want to bake, cook, pickle, ferment and make a living at the same time come join the team!

 

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced General Manager to oversee all aspects of our daily operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in restaurant management, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for providing outstanding customer experiences. Kitchen experience is essential for this role.  

 

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee daily operations, including opening and closing procedures
  • Manage and train staff in tandem with Little Bagel Co. Values, scheduling, performance reviews and managing KPIs.
  • Ensure consistent product quality and adherence to recipes
  • Maintain inventory control and manage ordering of supplies
  • Implement and maintain food safety and sanitation standards
  • Provide exceptional customer service and resolve customer issues
  • Develop and implement marketing strategies to drive sales
  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment

 

Qualifications:

  • Proven experience as a General Manager in a restaurant or food service environment
  • Essential: Kitchen experience, including food safety management.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high volume environment. 
  • Experience with POS systems and inventory management software
  • A passion for food and customer service

 

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • A chance to start at the ground level and evolve together! We provide comprehensive training across all business areas. As we expand, expect opportunities for growth and promotions.
  • 29 days holiday
  • Benefits around maternity/sickness for senior staff
  • Four day week (40 hours), closed during the holiday season, only working one day during the weekend.
  • Paid lunch break and free lunch and coffee provided.

 

To Apply:

If you would like to apply, please send your CV, your personal favourite bagel (doesn’t have to be one of our fillings) and why to recruitment@littlebagelco.co.uk.