Restaurant General Manager - Daytime hours

Restaurant General Manager - £50,000 package with mostly daytime hours Fantastic opportunity for an experienced leader looking for better work/life balance in a rural location near Southampton. A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Restaurant General Manager near Southampton to join a busy fresh-food venue known for its weddings, private events, and quality dining experience. This is a hands-on role within a well-established business offering a supportive environment, strong team culture, and the chance to lead a thriving operation while enjoying a healthier work/life balance. The venue is also easily commutable from Winchester, making it an excellent option for candidates looking for their next leadership role within hospitality. Why apply / What's in it for you? £50,000 package (Salary + tronc + bonus) Basic salary between £40,000 to £45,000 depending on experience Tronc and bonus structure Mostly daytime hours, usually 8am-5pm Only 2-3 evenings per week supporting weddings and events 48-hour per week contract Opportunity to lead a successful fresh-food operation Supportive and professional working environment near Southampton Key Responsibilities: As Restaurant General Manager, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the venue, ensuring excellent standards across both restaurant service and events. Oversee all restaurant operations and daily service Lead, motivate, and develop the front-of-house team Support weddings, functions, and private events Maintain exceptional guest service standards Work closely with the kitchen and events teams Drive operational efficiency and team performance What we're looking for: We're looking for a confident and experienced Restaurant General Manager with a passion for hospitality and fresh food. Previous Restaurant Manager experience within a fresh-food or high-end environment Experience managing weddings and events Strong leadership and organisational skills Hands-on approach with excellent customer service standards Ability to work in a fast-paced hospitality environment If you're looking for your next step as a Restaurant General Manager near Southampton, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful hospitality business offering excellent work/life balance and long-term career potential. Apply now to hear more about this exciting role near Southampton. Job Number │ (phone number removed) / INDSOTONCHEF Location │ near Southampton Role │ Restaurant General Manager Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy