Restaurant General Manager

General Manager – Golden Bull, CamberleySalary: £42,000 \- £50,000 per year \+ performance incentives

Full\-Time \| Permanent \| Immediate Start Available

Join one of Surrey’s most exciting independent restaurant success stories.

At Golden Bull, we have built a reputation for exceptional food, warm hospitality, and unforgettable guest experiences. Known for our premium steaks, handcrafted cocktails, vibrant atmosphere, and outstanding service, we are proud to be recognised as one of the most talked\-about independent restaurants in the region.

As we prepare for an exciting period of growth and expansion, we are now looking for an ambitious, experienced, and hands\-on General Manager to lead our restaurant into its next chapter.

This is more than just a management role — it’s an opportunity to become a key part of a fast\-growing independent hospitality brand with genuine long\-term potential.

About Us

Golden Bull is an independent steakhouse in the heart of Camberley, founded on a passion for great food, genuine hospitality, and creating memorable dining experiences.We pride ourselves on:

• Exceptional guest service


• High\-quality food and drinks


• A strong, positive team culture


• Attention to detail


• Professional standards with a family\-run mentality

Our guests consistently praise our atmosphere, service, and team professionalism, helping us become one of the highest\-rated dining destinations in the area. (Wanderlog)

The Role

We are searching for a strong leader who can take ownership of daily operations while helping shape the future of the business.

You will oversee all aspects of the restaurant, inspire and develop the team, maintain exceptional standards, and work closely with the owners as we continue to expand the Golden Bull brand.

This role would suit someone who thrives in a premium fast\-paced environment and is passionate about hospitality, leadership, and growth.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Leading and inspiring the front\-of\-house and management team


• Driving outstanding guest experiences every day


• Overseeing daily restaurant operations and service standards


• Managing rotas, labour costs, stock control, and KPIs


• Recruiting, training, and developing high\-performing staff


• Creating a positive, professional, and energetic culture


• Ensuring compliance with food safety and health \& safety standards


• Working alongside ownership to support future expansion plans


• Maintaining the high standards and reputation Golden Bull is known for

What We’re Looking ForEssential:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a General Manager within hospitality required


• Strong track record of leading successful high\-volume restaurant operations


• Strong leadership and people\-management skills


• Experience managing high\-volume hospitality operations


• Commercial awareness and understanding of restaurant performance


• Passion for guest experience and team development


• Ability to lead from the front in a busy service environment


• Excellent communication and organisational skills


• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends

Desirable:

• Premium casual or steakhouse experience


• Cocktail and wine knowledge


• Experience opening sites or supporting business growth


• Personal Licence holder

What We Offer

• Salary £42,000 \- £50,000


• Performance\-based bonuses and progression opportunities


• Opportunity to grow with an expanding independent brand


• Staff meals and employee discounts


• Company pension


• A genuinely supportive ownership team


• Strong career progression opportunities


• The chance to play a major role in shaping the future of the business

Why Join Golden Bull?

We are not a corporate chain. We are an ambitious independent restaurant built on passion, standards, and people.

We believe hospitality should feel personal — both for our guests and our team.

As we move towards future expansion, we are looking for a General Manager who wants more than “just a job” — someone who wants to help build something exciting.

If you are driven, passionate about hospitality, and ready to lead a restaurant with huge momentum behind it, we would love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full\-time, Permanent
Salary: £42,000 \- £50,000 per year
Location: Camberley, Surrey
Work Location: In person

Pay: £42,000\.00\-£50,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension


• Discounted or free food


• Employee discount

Application question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have working as a General Manager within the hospitality industry? Please include the type and size of venues you have managed.


• Can you describe a time you successfully improved restaurant performance (sales, team culture, service standards, or profitability) in a previous management role?


• Golden Bull is preparing for future expansion and growth. What interests you most about leading a fast\-growing independent restaurant brand, and why do you feel you would be the right fit for this role?

Experience:

• Hospitality management: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Personal Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

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