General Manager

General Manager – Brasserie Blanc

Inspired by Raymond Blanc, Brasserie Blanc is renowned for its warm, welcoming atmosphere, exceptional French food, and genuine hospitality. As part of the award-winning Heartwood Collection, proudly named in the Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work, Brasserie Blanc sits at the heart of its communities, bringing people together over seasonal, responsibly sourced food and outstanding service.

With continued growth across the UK and exciting plans for the future, there has never been a better time to join us.

As General Manager, you will be the heartbeat of your Brasserie Blanc. You’ll lead a passionate, high-performing team, set the standard for excellence, and deliver an unforgettable guest experience rooted in warmth, consistency, and care.

You’ll have full ownership of your business from people and performance to standards and commercial results while embodying the Brasserie Blanc values and culture every day.

We’re looking for a dynamic, commercially-minded hospitality leader with a strong presence and a true passion for food and service. You lead from the front, inspire those around you, and create an environment where people thrive.

You will have:

• At least 2 years’ experience as a General Manager in a high quality branded restaurant environment
• A proven track record of running busy, high-volume operations and leading large teams
• Strong commercial acumen, including budget management and driving business growth
• The ability to maintain exceptional standards across food, service, and presentation
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
• A vibrant, engaging personality, with a natural talent for motivating, coaching, and empowering your team
• You are hands‑on, people‑focused, and passionate about delivering hospitality the Brasserie Blanc way.

At Brasserie Blanc, we believe our people are our greatest asset. In return for your passion and leadership, we offer:

• Competitive salary, service charge and quarterly bonus
• Private Bupa healthcare
• 28 days holiday, plus the option to buy 5 extra days
• Enhanced maternity and paternity packages
• Stepping Stones Training Platform industry‑leading development and progression
• Ongoing coaching and mentorship support
• Employee Assistance Programme with Hospitality Action
• Refer a Friend Bonus up to £1500
• Early Pay instant access to earned wages
• 50% off food at Brasserie Blanc and Heartwood Inns
• 20% off food for friends and family dining discount
• Discounted room rates in our site with Rooms
• Birthday gifts and long‑service recognition awards
• Reward Gateway offers hundreds of retail and experience discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Brasserie Blanc is more than a restaurant, it’s a place where people, passion, and provenance matter. We are proud to nurture talent, promote from within, and support our General Managers to grow their careers within a business built on respect, quality, and genuine hospitality.

If you’re ready to lead a beautiful business, inspire exceptional teams, and be part of something truly special, we’d love to hear from you.

• Sunday Times Best Places to Work winner 2024
• Double winner at the Publican Awards 2024
• Best Pub Brand/Concept at the Publican Awards 2025

At Heartwood Collection, we’re excited about the future. With over 40 locations now and plans to expand to more than 60 by 2027, including over 500 bedrooms, there’s never been a better time to join us. We’re committed to growing our team with opportunities for progression across our estate.

Please note that we cannot take applications from overseas

Compensation:
To be discussed