General Manager

  • Brasserie Blanc Bournemouth
  • Bournemouth, Dorset
  • Jan 21, 2026
Full time Hospitality & Tourism

Job Description

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.

General Manager - The Role

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.

General Manager - The Ideal Candidate

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.
What We Offer

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

  • Competitive salary, service charge & quarterly bonus
  • Private Bupa healthcare
  • 28 days holiday, plus the option to buy 5 extra days
  • Enhanced maternity & paternity packages
  • Stepping Stones Training Platform industry leading development & progression
  • Ongoing coaching & mentorship support
  • Employee Assistance Programme with Hospitality Action
  • Refer a Friend Bonus up to £1,500
  • EarlyPay instant access to earned wages
  • 50% off food at Brasserie Blanc & Heartwood Inns
  • 20% off food for friends & family dining discount
  • Discounted room rates in our site with Rooms
  • Birthday gifts & long service recognition awards
  • Reward Gateway offers hundreds of retail & experience discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
Why Brasserie Blanc?

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.

Heartwood Collection is a multi award winning hospitality group:
  • 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, we cannot take applications from overseas.

Compensation: To be discussed