General Manager

Searcys are looking for a General Manager for our esteemed events venue, Royal College of General Practitioners.

As a General Manager you will oversee the day to day running of the venue which benefits from a vast array of rooms available for conferencing, meetings, training, private dining, parties and weddings. 

The Royal College of General Practitioners also has 41 luxurious on site boutique bedrooms which will be managed by the onsite Searcys team, making this a 7 day a week operation. 

As a General Manager you will be required to mentor a large team, delivering excellence in service and standards, live the values of Searcys and ensure we execute events that inspire and delight our clients.

As a General Manager you will receive the following industry leading benefits:

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
• Up to 38 days annual leave (dependant on job role)
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Employee assistance programme
• Sales Development Courses
• Enrolment into the Searcys Champagne School
• Meals provided on shift when working within one of our venue.
• Discount off overnight stays in London 
• Your birthday off to celebrate in style
• A day off to volunteer / give back to the charity of your choice

Job Type: Full Time

As a General Manager your key responsibilities will be:

• To provide an excellent food & beverage service and offer, always ensuring all operations are managed in the most effective way.
• Working closely with Sales team to grow revenue in line with annual budgets.
• To hire, train and retain the staff, offering a supportive and positive working environments for all the team.
• To manage and monitor P&L, with monthly, quarterly, and annual business reviews with the Ops Team.
• To build a strong relationship with the onsite client.
• To measure and positively impact guest reviews on all platforms and become and venue of choice.
• To create an amazing team culture.

• Minimum 5 years experience in people management
• Excellent product knowledge (food/beverage)
• Previous experience in managing a large scale events venue 
• Excellent communication skills 
• Proficient in Managing a P&L 
• Has previous experience in budgeting / forecasting 
• Takes an interest in food trends

Searcys, Britain’s oldest catering and restaurant brand, was established in 1847. We are best known for our Champagne Bars, Restaurants, and stunning Events Venues in iconic destinations such as 116 Pall Mall, The Barbican, The HAC, The Gherkin, and St Pancras International.

Our commitment to delivering unparalleled service, quality, and innovation is reflected in every aspect of our brand. At Searcys, we recognise the value of individuality and actively embrace the diversity of our teams, as they are the cornerstone of our success.

If you share our passion for the hospitality industry and seek a dynamic work environment that celebrates your unique strengths and feel you truly belong, we would love for you to join our team!