Kennedy's Irish Bars
General Manager
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About Kennedy's:
What we're looking for:
We are looking for a General Manager to take ownership of a busy, well-established Irish bar with a strong identity, a loyal regular following, and high-volume trade.
- We’re looking for a natural leader who is confident on the floor, sets a high standard, and brings energy and consistency to a busy service environment.
- You will have a clear understanding of what drives a profitable hospitality business and take pride in running a tight, well-controlled operation without losing sight of the guest experience.
- You will also be experienced and confident in cellar management, with strong knowledge and hands-on experience of changing barrels, stock control and rotation, maintaining cellar standards, and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues with beer dispense and quality.
- This is a flagship venue within the group, known for its atmosphere, lively energy, and reputation for genuine Irish hospitality.
- The expectation is to maintain the standards that have made it successful, while continually improving the way it operates, performs, and delivers for guests.
About the role:
This is a hands-on leadership position with full responsibility for the day-to-day operation and commercial performance of the venue.
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- You will lead from the floor, setting the tone during service, ensuring consistency across the guest experience, and driving pace and energy throughout the site.
- Alongside operational leadership, you will take ownership of the financial performance of the business, with clear accountability for sales, margin, labour control, and overall profitability.
Requirements:
- Run the day-to-day operation of a high-volume Irish bar.
- Lead, inspire, and develop a strong, energetic team.
- Maintain a lively, welcoming atmosphere that reflects authentic Irish hospitality.
- Deliver consistent, high-quality guest experiences at pace.
- Build strong relationships with regulars and new guests alike.
- Drive sales while actively managing GP, labour %, stock control, and waste.
- Take ownership of ordering, inventory, and supplier relationships.
- Ensure high standards across service, cleanliness, and compliance.
- Be fully accountable for the performance of the venue.
Key Attributes:
- Strong presence and leadership style in a busy service environment.
- Proven ability to lead and develop teams.
- Commercial awareness with experience managing GP, labour, and stock.
- High standards and attention to detail across all areas of operation.
- Confident decision-maker who takes ownership and responsibility.
- Passion for hospitality, atmosphere, and guest experience.
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The Opportunity:
This is an established, high-performing flagship venue with strong foundations already in place.
- The role sits within a growing group, with the potential for wider responsibility for those who consistently deliver strong results.
How to Apply:
Follow the link to our website and the instructions below.
- Alongside your application, we would love you to send us a quick introductory video (1 - 2 minutes max). Nothing polished, just you talking to camera about why you would be a great fit for us.
- Please include:
- Who you are
- Why this role appeals to you
- Why you feel you'd be great at running this bar
- You can upload your video to Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, or another cloud storage service. Please ensure the sharing settings are "Anyone with the link can view."
- Alternatively, please include a short cover letter with your CV to help us get to know you better.
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
Experience:
- Bar management: 4 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Personal licence (preferred)
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