General Manager - Up to £55k + Bonus - London - West End 

Situated off the iconic Carnaby Street, The Ganton Arms is a high performing site consistently ranked as one of the best gastro pubs in the West End. A hotspot for local office workers enjoying lunch or after-work drinks as well as a tourist favourite. The Ganton Arms is a modern food led pub which is proud of its cook from fresh dishes including the best Sunday Roasts in central London. The team also deliver a wide range of premium wines, spirits and cocktails. 

The Role: 

As General Manager, you will own every facet of the venue’s performance. You’ll be empowered to run the site as if it were your own business, with commercial acumen and fearless leadership. Lead, train, and inspire a team to consistently deliver exceptional guest experiences. Create a buzz of vibrant energy, warmth, and fun for guests and staff alike. You’ll also have the chance to train, develop, and progress your career as the company grows. 

What we’re Looking For: 

• Put your heart on your sleeve: take ownership, be bold, and run the business as if it’s your own 
• Stay cool under pressure—calm, composed, and unflappable 
• Drop the ego at the door and get things done 
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a General Manager 
• Deep knowledge of premium gastropub food & drink businesses 
• Strong communication and organisational skills; approachable leadership 
• Superb customer and floor service skills 
• Solid financials, operations, and customer-satisfaction know-how 
• Entrepreneurial flair and a genuine passion for people development 
• Love to train, mentor, and grow a high-performing team 
• Personal License holder is a plus 

What’s In It For You 

• Competitive salary up to £55,000 (plus generous bonus schemes you can influence) 
• Comprehensive training and ongoing development to accelerate your career 
• Clear path for progression with regular openings and opportunities to step up 
• Employee discounts across all our pubs, bars and restaurants 
• Strategic autonomy: make meaningful decisions, own your results, be fearless 
• Continuous team trips, management incentives, and socials in a warm, family-like culture 
• 28 days’ holiday 
• Free meals during shifts 
• Employee Assistance Programme via Licence Trade Charity 
• Lucrative referral scheme: earn up to £1,000 per successful referral 
• Birthday day off on us 
• Cycle-to-work scheme 
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption pay 
• Workplace nursery benefit 
• Length-of-service recognition rewards  

Ready to lead a standout, quality-focused, high performing venue in a buzzing London enclave? 

If you’re bold, people-centric, and commercial with a passion for exceptional food and drink, we’d love to meet you.

General Manager - Up to £55k + Bonus - London - West End 

Situated off the iconic Carnaby Street, The Ganton Arms is a high performing site consistently ranked as one of the best gastro pubs in the West End. A hotspot for local office workers enjoying lunch or after-work drinks as well as a tourist favourite. The Ganton Arms is a modern food led pub which is proud of its cook from fresh dishes including the best Sunday Roasts in central London. The team also deliver a wide range of premium wines, spirits and cocktails. 

The Role: 

As General Manager, you will own every facet of the venue’s performance. You’ll be empowered to run the site as if it were your own business, with commercial acumen and fearless leadership. Lead, train, and inspire a team to consistently deliver exceptional guest experiences. Create a buzz of vibrant energy, warmth, and fun for guests and staff alike. You’ll also have the chance to train, develop, and progress your career as the company grows. 

What we’re Looking For: 

• Put your heart on your sleeve: take ownership, be bold, and run the business as if it’s your own 
• Stay cool under pressure—calm, composed, and unflappable 
• Drop the ego at the door and get things done 
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a General Manager 
• Deep knowledge of premium gastropub food & drink businesses 
• Strong communication and organisational skills; approachable leadership 
• Superb customer and floor service skills 
• Solid financials, operations, and customer-satisfaction know-how 
• Entrepreneurial flair and a genuine passion for people development 
• Love to train, mentor, and grow a high-performing team 
• Personal License holder is a plus 

What’s In It For You 

• Competitive salary up to £55,000 (plus generous bonus schemes you can influence) 
• Comprehensive training and ongoing development to accelerate your career 
• Clear path for progression with regular openings and opportunities to step up 
• Employee discounts across all our pubs, bars and restaurants 
• Strategic autonomy: make meaningful decisions, own your results, be fearless 
• Continuous team trips, management incentives, and socials in a warm, family-like culture 
• 28 days’ holiday 
• Free meals during shifts 
• Employee Assistance Programme via Licence Trade Charity 
• Lucrative referral scheme: earn up to £1,000 per successful referral 
• Birthday day off on us 
• Cycle-to-work scheme 
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption pay 
• Workplace nursery benefit 
• Length-of-service recognition rewards  

Ready to lead a standout, quality-focused, high performing venue in a buzzing London enclave? 

If you’re bold, people-centric, and commercial with a passion for exceptional food and drink, we’d love to meet you.