General Manager The Limelight Belfast Ltd Salary - £45,000 to £50,000 dependent upon experience As General Manager you will be directly responsible to the company Directors and company Operations Manager. The role of General Manager is to manage The Limelight Complex, encompassing bars, live music and clubs. Duties range from front-of-house work, to staff recruitment and training, accounting, reporting and stock control. The role requires strong management, commercial and practical skills. You will be expected to operate and maintain the business to maximise profitability whilst ensuring that company standards, policies and procedures are maintained. The role can be subdivided into the following key accountabilities: OPERATIONAL To: Ensure all company policies and procedures are adhered to at all times. Working closely with the Production, Bookings and Clubs Managers to effectively and efficiently run the venue. Oversee and implement health & safety regulations. Maintain service of the highest standard. Uphold standards of quality, presentation and cleanliness throughout the premises at all times. Ensure all relevant legislation is adhered to including licensing laws, fire safety, COSHH etc. Decide and implement the duties of staff members and anticipate any other business needs. Ensure the efficient running of a varied range of concerts, club nights and functions to the highest of standards Deal with customers, suppliers and staff on a daily basis in a prompt and professional manner. Be able to complete cost analysis reports on wages/product usage/maintenance. The General Manager will be responsible for quick venue changes from live gigs into club nights while maximising the profitability of the venue. FINANCIAL To: Complete accurately any daily administration, cashing up and banking procedures. Exercise financial control of staff wage percentages and stock management. Adhere to the company financial controls, complete required paperwork and operate all transactions highlighted in the company cash handling policy. PEOPLE To: Ensure that all customers receive the highest standards of product, presentation and service at all times. Ensure all staff placed under your management receive regular and prompt training in compliance with company standards and where applicable by law. Arrange regular meetings with your staff and other managers Give weekly and if necessary daily reports to the Directors and Operations Manager. Motivate the team and establish clear channels of communication. Communicate effectively with head office personnel to ensure that support is supplied when required. Be able to manage Human Resources within the Venue including hiring, interviewing, monitoring and disciplinary procedures. Be confident in liaising with clients, promoters and artists. LEGISLATION Comply with all legislation regarding health & safety and hygiene, licensing laws and ensure these laws are followed throughout the business Manage any further implementation of any additional legal requirements stated by the company or related legal authorities. Monitor the maintenance of the premises and equipment and report any recommended action to the Operations Manager. CRITERIA Essential It is essential that candidates have a minimum of 5 years Management Experience in a similar outlet and must be available to work daytimes, evenings and weekends. Applicants should demonstrate on their application as to how they meet the criteria outlined in the job description. Only those candidates who meet the criteria will be shortlisted for interview. We reserve the right to enhance the criteria to facilitate short listing. BENEFITS Annual bonus. Enrolment in company pension & health insurance schemes. Company mobile phone.