General Manager - Leisure Hospitality Venue at Love Recruitment

Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jan, 26

Salary

45000.0

Posted On

16 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Customer Service, Operational Management, Financial Management, Team Building, Communication, Problem Solving, Health & Safety, Marketing, Training, Development, Budget Management, Stock Management, Facility Upkeep, Proactive Attitude, High Energy

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

General Manager - Leisure Hospitality Venue Bournemouth £40 to £45k per annum + Performance Bonuses Full-Time, 45 hours per week (including evenings and weekends) Are you a dynamic leader with a hands-on approach and a passion for operations? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment? We're looking for a General Manager to take charge of a high-energy leisure venue in Bournemouth. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong operational experience who can lead from the front, energise a team, and consistently deliver outstanding customer service. If you love working with people, solving problems on the ground, and driving performance, this role is for you. What You’ll Be Doing: Taking full ownership of site operations, ensuring everything runs safely, efficiently, and profitably Leading, training, and developing a junior team to deliver best-in-class customer experiences Managing budgets, stock, staffing, and financial reporting with precision and integrity Driving local marketing, outreach, and upselling to boost footfall and revenue Maintaining high standards in health & safety, compliance, and facility upkeep Being visible and involved—this isn’t a desk job, it’s a leadership role on the ground What We’re Looking For: Minimum 2 years management experience in a leisure, hospitality, sports or retail environment Proven operational and financial management skills High energy and a proactive, can-do attitude A natural team builder with excellent communication and leadership qualities Someone who thrives on delivering exceptional customer service Flexible and committed to working shifts, including evenings and weekends Bonus Points If You Have: Experience managing high-volume venues Passion for motorsport or active leisure Knowledge of health & safety procedures and standards What’s In It For You: Competitive salary plus performance-based bonuses A fun, fast-paced working environment Opportunities to develop your leadership career Be part of a passionate, close-knit team who love what they do Ready to lead from the front and take your career to the next level? Apply now and join a growing business that rewards energy, initiative, and results. Your recruiter for this role is Helen Horton, Account Director at Love Recruitment. Apply now to be part of something extraordinary. Helen and Love Recruitment specialise in roles across the fitness and leisure sectors.

Responsibilities

The General Manager will take full ownership of site operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and profitability. They will lead and develop a junior team to deliver exceptional customer experiences while managing budgets and driving local marketing efforts.