General Manager

Revolution Bars Group; Preston; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic hospitality group in Preston is seeking a General Manager to elevate guest experiences and lead a high-energy team. You will oversee venue operations, manage budgets, and ensure services exceed expectations. The ideal candidate comes with solid experience in a bar or hospitality setting and possesses a flair for leadership, creativity, and a strong understanding of brand values. Employee perks include a generous discount across venues, various benefits, and robust support programs.

Benefits

50% discount across all venues

Employee benefits and financial support

Early access to earnings

33 holiday days per year

Enhanced sick and maternity/paternity pay

Life Assurance

Company incentives and social events

Qualifications

• Experience as a General Manager in a bar or hospitality environment.
• Understanding of the Revolution brand and culture.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills.
• Ability to balance commercial numbers with team dynamics.
• Calmness under pressure during busy shifts.
• Creativity to enhance guest experiences.
• Excellent communication skills for relationship building.
• Attention to detail in operation and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Coach and support the team to deliver excellent service.
• Develop and guide staff, ensuring their growth.
• Manage busy nights and maintain professional service.
• Oversee stock, budgets, payroll, and P&L.
• Ensure venue compliance and operational efficiency.
• Launch new events to improve service and sales.
• Work with brand teams to enhance venue reputation.

Job description

General Manager - Revolution

Location: Preston - Salaried

Salary: £42,000 - £45,000 +OTE

At Revolution, we’re all about creating unforgettable experiences—for our guests and our team. As General Manager, you’ll lead from the front, shaping the culture, driving commercial success, and making sure every shift runs like clockwork. You’re not just overseeing operations—you’re the heartbeat of the venue, inspiring your team and setting the tone for great nights and even better results.

What You’ll be Doing

• You’re the Ultimate Party Starter—coaching, motivating, and supporting your team to deliver outstanding service with energy and passion.
• Whether it’s developing an Assistant Manager or guiding a new bartender, you help your team grow and thrive.
• Manage busy nights and tricky moments calmly, ensuring smooth, professional service even under pressure.
• Make sure the venue is compliant, efficient, and always ready to go.
• Manage stock, rotas, budgets, payroll, and P&L with confidence—keeping the business commercially strong.
• Lead by example when it comes to standards, ensuring the bar always looks great and delivers consistent quality.
• You bring energy and creativity—launching new events, improving service, and finding ways to increase sales.
• You work closely with the Brand and Support Centre teams to position your venue as a must-visit destination and a great place to work.

What You Bring to the Role

• Nous & Experience: as a General Manager in bar or hospitality environment
• Brand Champion: You understand what makes Revolution unique—from its culture and music to its energy and tone.
• Energetic Leader: You inspire your team, set high standards, and create a positive, motivated atmosphere.
• Strategic and Commercially Savvy: You know how to balance the numbers with the people side of the business.
• Calm Under Pressure: You stay focused during the busiest shifts and always maintain control.
• Creative and Forward-Thinking: You’re always looking for ways to improve the guest experience and evolve the venue.
• Excellent Communicator: You build strong relationships with guests, your team, and key stakeholders.
• Detail-Oriented: You run a smooth operation with high attention to standards, compliance, and brand alignment.

What You’ll Get in Return

• 50% discount in all TRCvenues across the UK
• Plenty of employee benefits, including financial support, OTE bonus scheme, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to your earnings; withdraw a portion of your pay early
• 33 holiday days per year (incl. Bank Holidays)
• Enhanced sick pay and maternity/paternity pay
• Life Assurance
• Company incentives and social events

As an Equal Opportunities employer, we take pride in our teams being truly inclusive and diverse, and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply