General Manager

Perched at the end of Worthing’s iconic pier,
The
Perch Restaurant is a landmark dining destination offering panoramic sea
views and a vibrant, all-day hospitality experience. From relaxed breakfasts to
refined evening dining, we pride ourselves on exceptional food, outstanding
drinks, and warm, genuine service in an unrivalled coastal setting.

We are seeking an experienced and commercially
focused General Manager to lead The Perch. This is a senior leadership
position suited to a confident operator with a proven background in
high-volume, quality-led hospitality.

You will be fully accountable for the performance
of the business, leading a large team, driving standards, and delivering
outstanding guest experiences while achieving strong financial results — all
within a structured 45-hour per week contract
.

• Lead, inspire, and manage the entire
  restaurant team, creating a culture of excellence and accountability
• Oversee all day-to-day operations, ensuring
  seamless service from open to close
• Recruit, train, develop, and retain a
  high-performing management and front-of-house team
• Manage rotas, payroll, performance reviews,
  and team development
• Take ownership of financial performance,
  including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
• Maintain exceptional standards of food
  quality, service, cleanliness, and compliance
• Oversee stock control, supplier relationships,
  ordering, and invoicing
• Act as the face of the restaurant, hosting
  guests and managing special occasions
• Handle guest feedback professionally,
  resolving issues quickly and effectively
• Ensure full compliance with health &
  safety, food hygiene, and licensing regulations

• Proven experience as a General Manager (or
  senior Deputy ready to step up) in a high-volume restaurant, pub, or
  premium hospitality venue
• Strong commercial awareness with a track
  record of meeting financial targets
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and
  communication skills
• Strong food and beverage knowledge, including
  allergens and dietary requirements
• Confident understanding of wine, beer,
  cocktails, and coffee
• Food hygiene certification (preferred)

• Passionate about hospitality where the guest
  always comes first
• Inspirational leader who leads from the front
• Calm, decisive, and solutions-focused under
  pressure
• Professional, approachable, and highly
  motivated

• Performance-related bonus
• 45-hour weekly contract
• Opportunity to lead one of Worthing’s most
  iconic hospitality venues
• Long-term career progression within an independent,
  growing and supportive company

If you’re an experienced General Manager looking
for a flagship venue where you can truly make an impact, we’d love to hear from
you.