General Manager

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Rotunda at Kings Place seeks a commercially focused General Manager to own the restaurant, cafe and concert bar, drive revenue, develop a capable team and deliver outstanding guest experiences while collaborating with Commercial Events, Marketing and Foundation teams. You will oversee daily operations, financial reporting and menu development, and provide hands-on leadership during peak hours. The ideal candidate has a multifaceted restaurant background, a strong read on London hospitality trends, and proven leadership across varied hours. To apply, tailor your CV to show P&L ownership, cross-functional leadership, and success with events and partnerships, plus a commitment to sustainable provenance-led dining and Green & Fortune’s moments culture and ESG goals.

GENERAL MANAGER

Located in the heart of King's Cross overlooking Regent's Canal, Rotunda is one of London's most distinctive restaurant and bar destinations. Renowned for its seasonal British menus, exceptional drinks offering and vibrant atmosphere, Rotunda welcomes guests throughout the day, from business lunches and weekend brunches to private events and evening dining. Rotunda is also home to our own farm, supplying ethically reared, high quality beef and lamb that reflects our commitment to provenance, sustainability and exceptional British produce. As part of the Kings Place estate, Rotunda plays a key role in delivering an outstanding guest experience within one of London's leading cultural and business destinations.

We are looking for an inspiring and commercially driven General Manager to lead Rotunda into its next chapter. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate hospitality leader to take full ownership of the business, driving financial performance, developing a high performing team and delivering exceptional guest experiences while identifying new opportunities for growth and innovation.

THE ROLE

As General Manager, you will oversee the retail areas at Kings Place, ensuring high standards across the restaurant, café and concert bar. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing daily floor operations and ensuring consistent service standards across the Restaurant, Concert Bar, and Café.
• Developing and executing a strategy for revenue growth across all these areas
• Leading recruitment, staff training
• Collaborating with the Commercial Event team to maximise revenue and team efficiency
• Collaborating with the marketing team on promotions and events
• Collaborating with Kings Place Music Fundation to maximise revenue from foundation events
• Overseeing financial reporting, including sales and gross profit targets
• Innovating on product and menu development
• Providing hands-on leadership, supporting the team during key business hours
• This role requires someone with strong organisational skills, a passion for hospitality, and the ability to manage diverse operations

THE PERSON

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Previous experience in a multi-faceted restaurant led hospitality environment
• A thorough understanding of London's hospitality landscape and international trends
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• A passion for innovation and delivering excellent service
• Flexibility to work varied hours, including early mornings, late evenings, and weekends

MAKER BENEFITS

❤️ AVIVA Life Assurance – 2x your annual salary

💰 Pension Salary Sacrifice Scheme

🤒 Company Sick Pay – Up to 5 days

💊 Aviva DigiCare+ – Health checks, mental health and nutrition support, GP consultations, second medical opinions, legal and bereavement assistance, fitness programmes

🍽️ Staff Discounts – 50% off in our restaurant and 25% off at our cafés

🌴 Holiday Allowance – Up to 33 days with length of service

💙 Volunteer Days– Two paid day off each year to support a community or charity of your choice

🛍️ Hospitality Essentials – Benefit Hub – Discounts on retail, groceries, gyms, and more

🚲 Cycle to Work Scheme

🤝 Generous Refer a Friend Scheme

📚 Learning & Development – Access to our learning portal and further education through apprenticeship programmes

🧠 G&F Support Scheme

🛡️ Hospitality Action – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT US

At Green & Fortune, we don’t do catering. We do moments. Memories. True hospitality from expert hands. Custom, quality, never cookie cutter. Proudly independent and established in 2008, we bring nearly 20 years of successful events, strong partnerships, and countless moments of high-quality hospitality.

We are hands-on operators, creating tailored hospitality experiences across restaurants, cafés, bars, event venues, and workplace buildings in London.

Hospitality is about more than what’s on the menu. It’s about delivering the best experiences, the best produce, and the best moments to every guest. We are hosts, chefs, mixologists, and marketeers. Front of house and behind the scenes. Producers of unforgettable events and champions of London’s best suppliers.

Green & Fortune is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and fully support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments, please contact our People team at [email protected]

We appreciate every application received. Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.

Our ESG Commitment

We embed sustainability and responsibility into everything we do, from reducing our environmental impact to supporting our people and local communities. Caring for our people, our communities, and the planet is part of everyday life at Green & Fortune, and every team member plays a role in this.