Stonegate Group
General Manager
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Slug & Lettuce George Street, Edinburgh
Up to £50,000 + Bonus + Industry-Leading Benefits
Ready to lead one of Edinburgh’s most iconic hospitality venues?
This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced and ambitious General Manager to take the reins of Slug & Lettuce George Street, a high-volume, high-profile venue in the heart of Edinburgh’s prestigious New Town.
Located on one of the city's most vibrant hospitality destinations, this impressive two-bar operation enjoys a constant flow of locals, professionals, students and tourists. From popular brunches and after-work drinks to premium cocktails, DJ-led weekends and unforgettable celebrations, this is a business that never stands still.
We're looking for a commercially astute, people-focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and knows how to turn great guest experiences into exceptional business results.
Why This Role?
As General Manager, you'll have the autonomy and support to make a real impact. You'll lead from the front, inspire a high-performing team and drive every aspect of the business, from guest experience and team development to sales growth, standards and profitability.
This role is perfect for a proven operator who loves the energy of a busy city-centre venue and has the leadership skills to build a culture where people, performance and hospitality excellence go hand in hand.
What You'll Be Doing
- Leading and developing a large, diverse team to deliver outstanding guest experiences
- Driving sales, profit and commercial performance across the business
- Creating a positive, high-energy culture where people thrive
- Maintaining exceptional operational and brand standards
- Building local market presence and maximising trading opportunities
- Delivering memorable experiences that keep guests returning time after time
- Taking full ownership of the venue's performance and future success
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What We're Looking For
- Proven experience as a General Manager in a high-volume hospitality environment
- Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering sales and profit growth
- Exceptional leadership and people development skills
- Passion for creating unforgettable guest experiences
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, competitive city-centre market
- High standards, attention to detail and a results-driven mindset
- A valid Personal Licence is essential
Why Join Stonegate Group?
As the UK's largest pub, bar and late-night operator, Stonegate Group offers the scale, support and career opportunities to help ambitious hospitality leaders reach their full potential.
We're proud to foster an inclusive culture where individuality is celebrated, everyone feels valued and our people are empowered to succeed.
Our Benefits Include:
- Competitive bonus scheme
- Discounted Private Medical Insurance through Vitality
- Exclusive Dental Insurance discounts
- 25% off food and drink across our managed venues via the MiXR app, plus VIP entry benefits
- Access your wages early through Stream
- Stonegate Xtra discounts on major high street brands
- Discounted David Lloyd membership
- Personal car leasing discounts
- Up to £1,000 Refer-a-Friend bonus
- Discounts at Stonegate Hotels
- Award-winning Learning & Development programmes and clear career progression opportunities
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About Stonegate Group
Stonegate Group is the UK's largest operator of pubs, bars and late-night venues, with an exciting portfolio that includes Slug & Lettuce, Be At One, Popworld and many more. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture that embraces individuality in all its forms, including neurodiversity, ensuring everyone feels welcomed, valued and supported to achieve their potential.
Ready for Your Next Challenge?
If you're an experienced hospitality leader ready to take ownership of one of Edinburgh's most exciting venues, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and lead the next chapter of Slug & Lettuce George Street's success story.
If you have a disability as outlined by the Equality Act 2010 and require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please let us know in advance so that any support, aids or adaptations can be put in place to assist you. Please contact philip.white@stonegategroup.co.uk.
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