General Manager Deli / Bakery

General Manager - Premium Deli & Bakery - Mill Hill<br><br>Ensure all your application information is up to date and in order before applying for this opportunity.<br><br>We are currently recruiting for an experienced and hands-on General Manager to lead the team at this much-loved Jewish deli and bakery based in Mill Hill.<br>This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong food retail operator to take ownership of the day-to-day running of a busy and well-established business, leading from the front across both retail and production operations. Working closely with the Operations Manager, the successful candidate will oversee the team, customer experience, commercial performance, and operational standards across the site.<br><br>The Perks<br>As General Manager you can expect the following:<br>Salary package of £40,000-£45,000 depending on experience<br>Senior leadership role with real ownership and autonomy<br>Opportunity to shape the culture, standards, and growth of a well-established independent business<br>Work within a passionate and close-knit team with strong community roots<br>Company pension<br>Casual dress<br>Discounted or free food<br>Employee and store discounts<br>45-hour working week<br>Flexible scheduling between 6am and 7pm<br>The Place<br>Our client is a highly regarded Jewish deli and bakery in Mill Hill, operating across both retail and table service. Known for its quality food, loyal customer base, and strong sense of community, the business has built an excellent reputation within the local area. xwzovoh <br>The operation is fast-paced and hands-on, with a strong focus on fresh products, exceptional customer service, and maintaining high operational standards throughout both the shop floor and kitchen.<br><br>The Person<br>The ideal General Manager will have the following:<br>Proven experience as a General Manager within a food retail or deli environment<br>Strong commercial awareness with confidence managing sales, labour, margins, and cost of goods<br>A hands-on management style with the ability to lead from the front<br>Experience managing recruitment, training, rotas, and team development<br>Excellent customer service and operational management skills<br>Strong organisational skills with the ability to remain calm under pressure<br>Ability to oversee stock management, ordering, opening and closing procedures, and compliance standards<br>A good understanding of food safety, allergen management, and health & safety regulations<br>Knowledge of Jewish deli food or bakery products would be highly advantageous<br>Understanding of the Jewish calendar and flexibility to work weekends, UK public holidays, and Jewish holidays is essential<br>If you are a commercially driven and hands-on General Manager looking for an exciting new challenge within a well-loved independent business, apply now!