Restaurant General Manager (Sponsorship Available) At Chalk Restaurants

Job Summary

Located in the heart of Wokingham, CHALK is an independent modern British restaurant and bar, offering seasonal food, carefully selected wines, cocktails and warm, welcoming hospitality.

As its flagship restaurant, CHALK Wokingham is at the heart of the business. With exciting plans to expand into two new locations in 2027, Chalk Restaurants is looking for an ambitious General Manager to lead the existing restaurant and play a part in the future growth of the company.

Job Details

• Employer: Chalk Restaurants

• Job Title: Restaurant General Manager

• Location: United Kingdom

• Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 a year

• Job Type: Full-time

• Work Location: In person

The Opportunity

Chalk Restaurants is looking for a passionate, commercially minded and, most importantly, hands-on General Manager who leads by example and enjoys being actively involved in the day-to-day running of the restaurant.

You will lead a close-knit team of approximately 4 full-time and 10 part-time employees, ensuring exceptional service, smooth operations and a positive working environment.

This role would suit an experienced General Manager or a strong Assistant/Deputy Manager ready to step into their first General Manager position.

Chalk Restaurants is a growing independent business, so the company needs someone who is comfortable taking ownership, bringing fresh ideas and helping the business develop as it expands.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop a small, dedicated team.

• Be a visible, hands-on presence on the restaurant floor, leading by example.

• Maintain high standards of food, drinks, service and guest experience.

• Oversee daily operations, rotas, recruitment and staff training.

• Manage costs, budgets, stock and overall restaurant profitability.

• Drive sales, build relationships with guests and support local marketing initiatives.

• Work closely with the kitchen team and business owners.

• Support the company’s growth and contribute to the successful development of its new locations.

About You

• Previous experience in restaurant management, ideally as a General Manager, Assistant Manager or Deputy General Manager.

• A natural leader who enjoys working alongside their team.

• Passionate about hospitality and delivering excellent guest experiences.

• Commercially aware, organised and confident managing costs and performance.

• Proactive, reliable and comfortable taking responsibility.

• Excited by the opportunity to grow with an expanding independent restaurant group.

Chalk Restaurants values attitude, ambition and leadership potential just as much as previous job titles.

What Chalk Restaurants Offers

• Competitive salary based on experience.

• UK visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates, subject to immigration requirements.

• The opportunity to manage the flagship restaurant.

• A supportive, independent and growing hospitality business.

• Genuine opportunities for career progression as the company opens two new locations.

• The chance to make a real impact and help shape the future of CHALK.

Join the Team

Chalk Restaurants is looking for someone who wants more than just a management job. The company wants a leader who takes pride in their restaurant, cares about their team and is excited to grow alongside the business.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your hospitality career, Chalk Restaurants would love to hear from you.

Pay

£40,000.00-£50,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Discounted or free food

• Employee discount

• Free parking

How to Apply

If this opportunity interests you, head to Chalk Restaurants’ official website for full details — click here to submit your application.