General Manager- New Opening

Salary - £85,000

Schedule - Full Time

Experience - Desired

We're looking for a talented General Manager to join our opening team. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for an ambitious General Manager to play a key role in a dynamic & growing restaurant group with big plans ahead.

You will be joining a driven and passionate team. Awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand across two locations, Berenjak is an exciting group of Persian restaurants with three locations in the UK (Soho, Borough Market, Soho Farmhouse) and four internationally (UAE, Qatar and New York, LA).

Berenjak Mayfair - New Opening

Berenjak Mayfair will be the brand's flagship new opening located at 80 Duke Street, a moment's walk from Grosvenor Square in the heart of Mayfair. The design direction is inspired by Grandad's villa in the North of Iran; a space that feels homey and relaxed but also elegant and mature whilst the service style focuses on genuine, warm hospitality and memorable guest experiences.

Guests can expect a mix of classic Berenjak classic Mazeh, Kababs and Khoresht with the addition of new elevated diverse regional Persian dishes. The beverage offering will draw a new focus to premium drinks options exclusively curated for the Duke Street location including new signature cocktails and an expanded wine selection.

The Position

We're looking for a General Manager who is confident, proactive and a roll-your-sleeves-up kind of leader. You will continually commit to the highest standards of service and focus on genuine hospitality and operational excellence. Working closely with the management team, you will be responsible for the overall performance of the restaurant, managing guest satisfaction, financials, recruitment and team development, stock management and health and safety.

The successful General Manager will have:

• Previous experience as General Manager in a premium restaurant or member's club;
• Charismatic persona, along with a hands-on approach to work and impeccable attention to detail;
• Proven ability to lead, train and inspire a team;
• Passion for hospitality and excellent knowledge of food and beverage;
• Previous experience working in Mayfair preferred.

As General Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Overseeing the whole restaurant opration and ensuring the running of a smooth service;
• Welcoming and attending to guests with an exceptional level of care and service, ensuring that they leave with a positive and memorable experience;
• Inspiring, motivating and training your team to deliver the highest levels of service and genuine, warm hospitality;
• Developing Berenjak Mayfair into a pillar of the local community by building relationships with both our regular guests and local businesses;
• Leading the business with a hands on approach to your role and ensuring that you consistently support your team in day-to-day operations;
• Delivering commercial KPIs across ASPH, GPs, labour and overheads control.

Benefits & Culture

Our team is the most important part of our business, translating our passion for genuine hospitality to our guests every day. We are proud to work with industry-leading talent and recognise the importance of offering our teams the tools, guidance and experience necessary to build confidence and grow.

We encourage you to bring your whole self to work and celebrate the skills and characteristics that make you unique. Your commitment to be kind and work hard comes with a range of benefits such as:

• We're closed on Sundays – that's always a set day off
• 50% off dining across JKS Restaurants
• 6 month celebration meal
• Trade price wine from our suppliers
• Code App Membership
• Company Donations for your involvement with Charities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to Financial Advice
• WSET wine and spirits courses
• A personalised learning & development plan to develop your skills and knowledge
• Career progression with a fast-growing, critically acclaimed restaurant group.
• Employee referral scheme – paying up to £600 per referral
• Team parties & long service awards
• Wedding gift & new born care package
• Access to 24/7 GP for you and your family
• Dine Out Allowence
• Discounted Gym Membership

JKS Restaurants was founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam, and Sunaina Sethi in November 2008. Since its inception, the group has received critical acclaim and industry recognition, including 7 Michelin stars, 4 Michelin Bib Gourmands, a restaurant ranked among the World's 100 Best Restaurants, and a spot in the Sunday Times Best 100 Places to Work 2024.

The JKS portfolio currently features Michelin-starred restaurants such as Trishna, Gymkhana, Kitchen Table, Sabor, and Lyle's, along with cult favourites Hoppers, BAO, Brigadiers, Berenjak, Plaza Khao Gaeng, Speedboat Bar, Bibi, and Ambassadors Clubhouse. Pubs include The Cadogan Arms, The George and The Hound.

JKS Restaurants offers a unique opportunity to pursue a career in fine dining or to develop within trend-focused casual cuisine, with opportunities across all disciplines for those looking to advance their careers within a people-focused, collaborative hospitality group.