General Manager – Smugglers Retreat Table Table, Ramsgate, Minster. Salary: £41,000 – £45,000 + up to 50% bonusFrom May 1st the salary will be a range of £42,000 – ...
General Manager – Smugglers Retreat Table Table, Ramsgate, Minster.
Salary: £41,000 – £45,000 + up to 50% bonus
From May 1st the salary will be a range of £42,000 – £46,500
The Smugglers Retreat Table Table in Ramsgate is a popular, high‑energy restaurant serving a broad mix of local guests, families, and coastal visitors. As General Manager, you’ll be given the tools, training, and support to truly make the site your own—alongside industry‑leading benefits and genuine long‑term career progression with Whitbread.
Located on the Kent coast, Ramsgate is a vibrant seaside town with a growing food, leisure, and tourism scene. The Smugglers Retreat benefits from strong destination and seasonal trade, attracting families, holidaymakers, and loyal local regulars throughout the year. With the beach, marina, and local attractions close by, it’s a lively site with plenty of opportunity to drive performance while enjoying an excellent quality of life by the coast.
As General Manager, you’ll:
Report directly to the Regional Operations Manager while leading a high‑performing management and front‑of‑house team. You’ll take full accountability for the site’s P&L, drive sales and commercial performance, and maximise every revenue opportunity. You’ll champion Table Table brand standards, maintain excellent health and safety compliance, and build a positive, inclusive culture that delivers consistently great guest experiences.
About you
You’re a confident, people‑focused leader with experience running high‑volume, guest‑facing hospitality operations—ideally within a branded restaurant environment. Commercially strong and passionate about developing teams, you’re ready to take ownership and position the Smugglers Retreat as a go‑to dining destination in Ramsgate.
Location: Tothill St, Ramsgate CT12 4AG
We believe that everyone is unique and there should be no barriers to entry and no limits to ambition. We are committed to being an inclusive organisation that values diversity and welcomes your application whatever your background or situation.
Under-represented groups such as women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities & members of the LGBTQIA+ community (those who identify as lesbian, gay, bi, trans and non-binary or those who use a different LGBTQIA+ term), are strongly encouraged to build a career with us. Speak to us about workplace adjustments, part-time and flexible working. Where possible we will support this.
Job ref: 155031-4492
Advertised: 13 Apr 2026
