General Manager – Sale e Pepe Mare

Exciting New Opening – Lead the Next Chapter of an Iconic Brand!

For over 50 years, Sale e Pepe has been one of London's most iconic and celebrated restaurants. Now, we introduce Sale e Pepe Mare, a seafood-focused concept inspired by the flavours and elegance of coastal Italian dining. The spirit of Dolce Vita ignites, where every guest is welcomed like famiglia.

As we prepare for this next chapter, we are searching for a passionate and highly experienced General Manager to lead Sale e Pepe Mare from pre-opening to launch and beyond. This is a rare opportunity for a dynamic leader with a strong pre-opening background, a deep understanding of Italian hospitality, and a proven ability to build, inspire, and manage a world-class team.

Key Benefits:

• Private Health Insurance.
• 10 days fully paid sick leave.
• 50% off when visiting the restaurant with family & friends.
• Career development opportunities.
• A people-focused, inclusive culture.
• Bonus Scheme

The Role:

As General Manager, you will take full ownership of the pre-opening process, working closely with senior leadership to establish Sale e Pepe Mare as one of London’s most exciting new dining destinations. You will be responsible for delivering a seamless opening, leading a passionate team, and ensuring that every guest experience is exceptional.

Key Responsibilities:

Pre-Opening & Launch

• Lead all pre-opening operations, including recruitment, training, system implementation, and operational setup.
• Work closely with the Executive Team to shape the venue’s service style, culture, and guest experience.
• Build a high-performing team, ensuring they are aligned with Sale e Pepe Mare’s ethos and standards.
• Oversee supplier partnerships, procurement, and logistics to ensure a smooth opening.

Operational Excellence

• Take full responsibility for the day-to-day operations, ensuring smooth service and an exceptional guest experience.
• Drive sales, profitability, and efficiency, optimising revenue opportunities while maintaining cost control.
• Maintain impeccable service standards, training and inspiring the team to exceed expectations.
• Oversee compliance, health & safety, and licensing requirements, ensuring full adherence to regulations.

Guest Experience & Brand Leadership

• Embody the Sale e Pepe hospitality ethos, ensuring that every guest feels valued and welcomed.
• Build relationships with VIPs, regular guests, and industry partners, strengthening the brand’s reputation.
• Collaborate with Marketing & Events teams to drive promotions, activations, and exclusive experiences.
• Act as the face of the restaurant, ensuring a warm and engaging atmosphere.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience as a General Manager in a high-end, high-volume restaurant.
• Pre-opening experience is a large bonus
• Deep knowledge and passion for Italian cuisine, wines, and hospitality.
• A strategic mindset, with experience driving revenue, managing budgets, and optimising operations.
• A charismatic and hands-on leader, capable of inspiring and mentoring a large team.
• Strong knowledge of restaurant technology, reservations, and reporting systems.
• A natural host and relationship builder, with an ability to engage with high-profile guests and industry figures.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to launch and lead a prestigious new Italian dining destination in London. If you are a General Manager with the experience, passion, and vision to make Sale e Pepe Mare a must-visit restaurant, we want to hear from you!

Thesleff Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion within the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other legally protected status.

General Manager – Sale e Pepe Mare

Exciting New Opening – Lead the Next Chapter of an Iconic Brand!

For over 50 years, Sale e Pepe has been one of London's most iconic and celebrated restaurants. Now, we introduce Sale e Pepe Mare, a seafood-focused concept inspired by the flavours and elegance of coastal Italian dining. The spirit of Dolce Vita ignites, where every guest is welcomed like famiglia.

As we prepare for this next chapter, we are searching for a passionate and highly experienced General Manager to lead Sale e Pepe Mare from pre-opening to launch and beyond. This is a rare opportunity for a dynamic leader with a strong pre-opening background, a deep understanding of Italian hospitality, and a proven ability to build, inspire, and manage a world-class team.

Key Benefits:

• Private Health Insurance.
• 10 days fully paid sick leave.
• 50% off when visiting the restaurant with family & friends.
• Career development opportunities.
• A people-focused, inclusive culture.
• Bonus Scheme

The Role:

As General Manager, you will take full ownership of the pre-opening process, working closely with senior leadership to establish Sale e Pepe Mare as one of London’s most exciting new dining destinations. You will be responsible for delivering a seamless opening, leading a passionate team, and ensuring that every guest experience is exceptional.

Key Responsibilities:

Pre-Opening & Launch

• Lead all pre-opening operations, including recruitment, training, system implementation, and operational setup.
• Work closely with the Executive Team to shape the venue’s service style, culture, and guest experience.
• Build a high-performing team, ensuring they are aligned with Sale e Pepe Mare’s ethos and standards.
• Oversee supplier partnerships, procurement, and logistics to ensure a smooth opening.

Operational Excellence

• Take full responsibility for the day-to-day operations, ensuring smooth service and an exceptional guest experience.
• Drive sales, profitability, and efficiency, optimising revenue opportunities while maintaining cost control.
• Maintain impeccable service standards, training and inspiring the team to exceed expectations.
• Oversee compliance, health & safety, and licensing requirements, ensuring full adherence to regulations.

Guest Experience & Brand Leadership

• Embody the Sale e Pepe hospitality ethos, ensuring that every guest feels valued and welcomed.
• Build relationships with VIPs, regular guests, and industry partners, strengthening the brand’s reputation.
• Collaborate with Marketing & Events teams to drive promotions, activations, and exclusive experiences.
• Act as the face of the restaurant, ensuring a warm and engaging atmosphere.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience as a General Manager in a high-end, high-volume restaurant.
• Pre-opening experience is a large bonus
• Deep knowledge and passion for Italian cuisine, wines, and hospitality.
• A strategic mindset, with experience driving revenue, managing budgets, and optimising operations.
• A charismatic and hands-on leader, capable of inspiring and mentoring a large team.
• Strong knowledge of restaurant technology, reservations, and reporting systems.
• A natural host and relationship builder, with an ability to engage with high-profile guests and industry figures.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to launch and lead a prestigious new Italian dining destination in London. If you are a General Manager with the experience, passion, and vision to make Sale e Pepe Mare a must-visit restaurant, we want to hear from you!

Thesleff Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion within the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other legally protected status.