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General Manager - Relocation Opportunity

Hickorys Smokehouse

Oxford

On-site

GBP 53,000

Full time

23 days ago

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An established industry player in the hospitality sector is seeking a passionate General Manager to lead their new restaurant in Swindon. This role offers an exciting opportunity to inspire a large team while delivering a fresh-food-based BBQ menu in a vibrant setting. With a generous salary package, uncapped bonuses, and a commitment to work-life balance, this position is perfect for someone ready to take the next step in their hospitality career. The company values training and development, providing excellent progression opportunities through their award-winning training academy. If you are driven and ready for a challenge, this could be your ideal role!

Generous salary package including bonuses

Excellent training opportunities

Birthday reward meal

Free team food on shift

Christmas Day off

Paid occasions days off

Team Player card discount

Wellbeing support

Work-life balance monitoring

Annual team party

Experience in managing flagship restaurants with a focus on team motivation.
Strong understanding of hospitality standards and guest satisfaction.

Inspire and lead a team of over 100 in a busy restaurant environment.
Uphold company culture and values while delivering exceptional service.

Team Leadership

Hospitality Management

Training & Development

Customer Service

A-Level or Degree equivalent

Job Description

Hickory's Smokehouse is coming to Swindon, Wiltshire (SN5 5TZ) in 2025!

Open to relocating? We can cover rental deposit, first month’s rent, a removal van & a £2,000 settling in bonus! Join us as a General Manager and we can offer you a generous package of up to £53,000 per year including Tip Jar plus uncapped bonuses!

We’re looking for a General Manager who can inspire & motivate a team with a strong focus on our guests. You’ll be responsible for upholding our culture & values, championing standards, and leading a team of over 100 to deliver an authentic, fresh-food-based BBQ menu in one of the busiest restaurants in town!

If you are a passionate Manager, with experience in training & running flagship restaurants and are looking for your next big step on the hospitality ladder, then we want to hear from you.

As the fastest-growing Southern-style smokehouse group in the UK, with our award-winning Hickory’s Training Academy, we offer amazing opportunities as we continue to expand. We also pride ourselves on a company culture that truly cares and embraces work-life balance. Apply now & we can tell you more about it!

Thank Yous & Benefits

A generous General Manager package of up to £53,000 per year including Tip Jar plus uncapped bonus!
Excellent training & progression opportunities - through our award-winning Hickory’s Training Academy.
Qualification opportunities as you work (up to A-Level & Degree level equivalent).
Birthday reward meal on us for you & your friends - every year.
Free smokin’ BBQ on shift - team food & drinks menu.
Christmas Day off work - every year.
Moments that matter - Paid occasions days off (Wedding day, kid’s first day at school, moving into first home & more).
Team Player card - 25% discount for you & 5 friends in all Hickory’s (rising to 50% for loyal service).
Road trips to the Southern States, Europe & UK and stacks of enrichment opportunities.
Wellbeing support & 24-hour access to our wellness programme.
Our pledge to a work-life balance - monitoring & managing through our Red Zone.
A packed team social & engagement calendar & annual team party.
A chance to ‘give a bit back’ with fundraising activities for Cash For Kids.
Up to £500 for you - through the refer a friend scheme.

If that sounds good or you want to find out more? Click ‘apply’ now and you could be our next General Manager!

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