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General Manager

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Posted on Jul 23, 2026 by CV-Library
Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Hospitality
Immediate Start
£17 - £18 Hourly
Temporary
Acting General Manager

Manchester City Centre
Temporary 3-Month Booking | Potential Permanent Opportunity
£17.00–£18.00 per hour + Service Charge

About the Role

Perfect Recruitment are currently supporting a busy and stylish Bar & Restaurant in Manchester City Centre who are seeking an experienced Acting General Manager to join their team on an initial 3-month temporary booking, with the potential for the position to become permanent for the right person.

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a well-established, high-volume venue with a strong team already in place. The successful candidate will provide leadership, operational support and ensure the continued delivery of excellent service standards across the business.

The venue offers a vibrant and fast-paced environment, ideal for an experienced hospitality manager who enjoys leading teams and driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

As Acting General Manager, you will be responsible for:

* Leading, motivating and developing the existing team

* Overseeing the smooth day-to-day operation of the venue

* Maintaining consistently high standards of customer service

* Managing rotas, team performance and operational requirements

* Monitoring stock levels, ordering and stock control procedures

* Supporting cost control and commercial performance

* Ensuring company standards, processes and procedures are followed

* Handling customer feedback and resolving any issues professionally

* Working closely with the management team to maintain a positive venue culture

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for an experienced hospitality professional with a strong background in management, ideally within a busy bar, restaurant, café, or similar high-volume environment.

You will have:

* Previous experience operating at General Manager, Deputy General Manager, Assistant Manager or similar level

* Strong leadership and people management skills

* Experience managing teams within a fast-paced hospitality setting

* Good understanding of stock control, ordering and operational procedures

* Excellent customer service skills with a commercial mindset

* The ability to quickly adapt and take ownership of a venue

The Package

* £17.00–£18.00 per hour

* Additional service charge

* Initial 3-month temporary assignment

* Potential to transition into a permanent role

* Predominantly retail-style working hours

* Venue closing at approximately 9pm

* Opportunity to join a popular Manchester City Centre venue with a strong team in place

Interested?

If you are an experienced hospitality manager looking for your next opportunity and would like to find out more, please get in touch with Dave @perfect-recruitment .co .uk

By applying, you consent to the use of your personal data in accordance with GDPR and agree for Perfect Recruitment to retain your information for recruitment purposes under the Employment Agencies Act 1973

Reference: 225406581

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General Manager

CV-Library

Posted on Jul 23, 2026 by CV-Library

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Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Hospitality
Immediate Start
£17 - £18 Hourly
Temporary
Acting General Manager

Manchester City Centre
Temporary 3-Month Booking | Potential Permanent Opportunity
£17.00–£18.00 per hour + Service Charge

About the Role

Perfect Recruitment are currently supporting a busy and stylish Bar & Restaurant in Manchester City Centre who are seeking an experienced Acting General Manager to join their team on an initial 3-month temporary booking, with the potential for the position to become permanent for the right person.

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a well-established, high-volume venue with a strong team already in place. The successful candidate will provide leadership, operational support and ensure the continued delivery of excellent service standards across the business.

The venue offers a vibrant and fast-paced environment, ideal for an experienced hospitality manager who enjoys leading teams and driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

As Acting General Manager, you will be responsible for:

* Leading, motivating and developing the existing team

* Overseeing the smooth day-to-day operation of the venue

* Maintaining consistently high standards of customer service

* Managing rotas, team performance and operational requirements

* Monitoring stock levels, ordering and stock control procedures

* Supporting cost control and commercial performance

* Ensuring company standards, processes and procedures are followed

* Handling customer feedback and resolving any issues professionally

* Working closely with the management team to maintain a positive venue culture

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for an experienced hospitality professional with a strong background in management, ideally within a busy bar, restaurant, café, or similar high-volume environment.

You will have:

* Previous experience operating at General Manager, Deputy General Manager, Assistant Manager or similar level

* Strong leadership and people management skills

* Experience managing teams within a fast-paced hospitality setting

* Good understanding of stock control, ordering and operational procedures

* Excellent customer service skills with a commercial mindset

* The ability to quickly adapt and take ownership of a venue

The Package

* £17.00–£18.00 per hour

* Additional service charge

* Initial 3-month temporary assignment

* Potential to transition into a permanent role

* Predominantly retail-style working hours

* Venue closing at approximately 9pm

* Opportunity to join a popular Manchester City Centre venue with a strong team in place

Interested?

If you are an experienced hospitality manager looking for your next opportunity and would like to find out more, please get in touch with Dave @perfect-recruitment .co .uk

By applying, you consent to the use of your personal data in accordance with GDPR and agree for Perfect Recruitment to retain your information for recruitment purposes under the Employment Agencies Act 1973
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Reference: 225406581

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