Restaurant General Manager

Few hospitality roles offer the chance to create something from the very beginning. Be the Restaurant General Manager at London Museum one of Londons most significant cultural openings. The doors open on 28 November in the heart of historic Smithfield bringing together thousands of years of Londons history through world class events experiences and hospitality.

At Green and Fortune we take pride of the connections we make through the moments and memories we create.

We are looking for a Restaurant GeneralManagerwho loves bringing places to who gets genuine satisfaction from seeing familiar faces return remembers peoples names and favourite dishes and believes hospitality is about making every guest feel they belong.

This is far more than a restaurant management opportunity to shape ClerksHouse from day one creating a destination that becomes part of Londons daily life. A place where seasonal food warm hospitality and good company bring museum visitors neighbours and friends together from morning through to evening.

Clerks House will be Smithfields new all-day dining room and bistro rooted in Londons culinary history. Located in the heart of Our Time on the General Market ground floor the 140-cover restaurant will celebrate seasonal produce craft and skill alongside the cultural influences that define Londons food scene. Serving breakfast lunch afternoon tea and dinner alongside weekend brunch and Sunday roasts the food is nostalgic without being dated. Comforting and thoughtful.

Celebrating the history of the market menus will feature beef and lamb from Green & Fortunes own farm and pies curated by Robin Gill. Guests can expect dishes such as such as Mutton stew with barley root vegetables and fresh herbs anda take on the traditionalBillingsgate sandwich hand dived scallop crispy smoked bacon scallop roe will be a range ofseasonal plant-based dishes and smaller portions of main dishes for young visitors.A weekly changing selection of wines by the glass will showcase a cohesion of old and new world and skin-contact wines from small growers.

Werelooking for a Restaurant GeneralManagerwho naturally builds relationships leads from thefloorand takes pride in creating a team that genuinely enjoys looking after people. Someone who is curious about great food and drink loves sharing the stories behind our producers and menusand understands that the smallest moments of hospitality are often the ones guests remember most.

Ifyoureexcited by the idea of creating a restaurant that becomes a favourite London destinationwedlove to hear from you.

What makes you the Restaurant GeneralManager

Operations. Lead the day-to-day restaurant operation setting the standard for service quality and guest experience.

People. Build coach and inspire a high-performing team creating a culture of excellence and continuous development.

Food and Guest Experience. Bring our menus to life by championing seasonal produce sharing the story behind every dish and creating meaningful connections between the kitchen and our guests.

Commercial Performance. Maximise commercial performance by combining operational excellence with memorable guest experiences that build loyalty repeat business and a strong reputation.

Collaboration. Work collaboratively with the bar events and wider museum teams to deliver seamless experiences.

What youll bring as Restaurant GeneralManager

• Proven experience leading a premium high-volume restaurant with a strong knowledge of service standards and the ability to confidently bring food and beverage stories to the table.
• A hands-on leadership style able to inspire your team and remain calm and decisive during busy service.
• Strong commercial and operational awareness with experience managing reservations labour financial performance and guest satisfaction.

Makers benefits

• Aviva DigiCare Health checks mental health & nutrition support GP consultations second medical opinions legal & bereavement assistance fitness programmes
• Life Assurance 2x your annual salary
• Company Sick Pay Up to 5 days after 1 year of service
• Staff Discounts 50% off in our restaurant and 25% off at our cafés
• Holiday Allowance Up to 33 days with length of service (an extra 3 days after 3 years and an additional 2 days after 5 years)
• Volunteer Day One 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
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Learning & Development Access to our portal and further education through apprenticeship programmes
• G&F Support Scheme
• Hospitality Action Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

The Story of Our Makers

Since 2008 our Makers have been creating exceptional hospitality across Londons restaurants cafés bars workplaces and event venues. From chefs and bartenders to event professionals and front-of-house teams were united by a passion for great food genuine service and creating experiences people remember.

Nearly 20 years on that spirit still defines who we are: independent hands-on and committed to doing hospitality differently.

Committed to diversity equality and inclusivity we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Please contact our People team at should any adjustments be necessary throughout the recruitment process.

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.