General Manager
Job Summary
Nestled in the heart of Oxfords vibrant Jericho neighbourhood Brasserie Blanc Oxford is where it all began. This beautiful and iconic restaurant was the very first Brasserie Blanc and remains a cherished part of the local community.
As we celebrate our 30th anniversary were looking for an exceptional General Manager to lead this landmark business into its next chapter honouring its rich heritage while inspiring a team to deliver outstanding hospitality exceptional food and memorable guest experiences every day. At Brasserie Blanc we believe that great food is at the heart of good living.
Today as part of the award-winning Heartwood Collection were continuing to grow creating beautiful restaurants at the heart of their communities and developing exceptional careers for our people.
There has never been a more exciting time to join us.
General Manager: The OpportunityAs General Manager youll be the driving force behind your Brasserie Blanc.
Youll create an environment where guests feel at home teams thrive and every service delivers the warmth energy and attention to detail that our brand is known for. From leading and developing your people to driving commercial performance youll have full ownership of your business and the freedom to make a genuine impact.
Youll inspire your team to deliver outstanding hospitality champion high standards and ensure every guest leaves already planning their next visit.
This is more than managing a restaurant. Its about creating a place people love to work in and guests love to return to.
General Manager: What Youll BringWere looking for an exceptional hospitality leader with the charisma commercial awareness and passion to lead from the front.
You will have:
At least 2 years experience as a General Manager within a quality branded restaurant environment
A proven track record of leading busy high-volume operations
Strong commercial acumen with experience managing budgets and driving profitability
A passion for delivering exceptional food drink and service standards
The ability to inspire coach and develop high-performing teams
Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills
A hands-on leadership style and a genuine love of hospitality
Most importantly youll share our belief that great hospitality is about people creating memorable experiences for guests and meaningful careers for your team.
General Manager: What We Offer- Competitive salary plus Tronc and quarterly bonus
- Private Healthcare with Bupa
- Employee Assistance Programme with Hospitality Action
- 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays
- Option to buy an additional 5 days holiday per year
- The Pantry hundreds of retailers and experience discounts through Reward Gateway
- Stepping Stones our industry-leading training and development platform supporting progression
- Coaching and Mentorship programme to support your career development
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity package
- 50% off food across all Heartwood Collection sites
- 20% Friends & Family food discount
- Discounted rooms at our Inns
- A thoughtful birthday gift
- Long Service Recognition Awards
- Refer a Friend bonus up to 1500
- Instant access to earned pay through EarlyPay
- Cycle to Work Scheme
For nearly 30 years Brasserie Blanc has been bringing people together over beautifully cooked seasonal food warm hospitality and unforgettable moments. Today were writing the next chapter of that story.
If youre an ambitious General Manager ready to lead an exceptional team build a thriving business and become part of one of the UKs most respected hospitality groups wed love to hear from you.
Required Experience:
Director