The Booking Office 1869 - General Manager - St. Pancras London Autograph Collection

JOB SUMMARY

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Explore, discover, share and inspire at St. Pancras London, Autograph Collection 

St. Pancras London is an iconic five-star hotel where Victorian grandeur meets contemporary luxury. Home to 38 opulent Chambers Suites and 207 beautifully appointed guestrooms, the hotel offers refined comfort, exceptional dining and expertly crafted cocktails across its distinctive restaurants and bars. Guests can retreat to the tranquil St. Pancras Spa or host memorable occasions in elegant event spaces, including the historic Ladies’ Smoking Room.

Perfectly positioned alongside St. Pancras International in the heart of King’s Cross, the hotel is a gateway to extraordinary experiences. From its magnificent Grand Staircase to its world-class service, St. Pancras London is more than a place to stay. It is a place to belong, grow and become part of an enduring legacy.

The Booking Office 1869 - General Manager 

Position Summary

This is a rare opportunity to lead one of London's most iconic restaurant and bar destinations.

As General Manager of The Booking Office 1869, you will take ownership of a business that sits at the heart of St. Pancras guest experience and reputation. From the restaurant and bar to the terrace, private dining and special events, you will be responsible for shaping the future direction of the venue and ensuring it continues to stand out in one of the world's most competitive hospitality markets.

This role goes far beyond day-to-day operations. We are looking for someone who is passionate about creating experiences, spotting trends and bringing fresh ideas to life. Someone who can build excitement around the venue through innovative food and beverage concepts, memorable activations, strategic partnerships and experiences that keep guests coming back.

Working closely with the Hotel General Manager, Executive Chef, Marketing, PR and Commercial teams, you will play a key role in driving awareness, growing revenues and strengthening Booking Office's position as a destination venue for Londoners, international visitors and hotel guests alike.

You will also work closely with ownership representatives and senior stakeholders, helping shape future plans and bringing forward ideas that support the continued growth and success of this landmark business.

Above all, you will be an inspiring leader who creates a culture where people feel empowered, supported and motivated to deliver exceptional experiences every day.

Candidate Profile

We're looking for a natural leader with personality, presence and a genuine passion for hospitality.

You'll have a strong track record of leading successful restaurant, bar or lifestyle hospitality operations and understand what it takes to create a venue that people talk about, recommend and return to.

You are commercially minded but equally passionate about people. You know how to build engaged teams, develop future leaders and create a culture where high standards and great guest experiences come naturally.

You love being out on the floor, building relationships with guests, networking within the industry and identifying opportunities to bring new customers through the door. You'll have the confidence to challenge ideas, push boundaries and introduce new concepts that keep the business relevant, exciting and ahead of the competition.

Most importantly, you'll bring the energy, creativity and ambition required to ensure Booking Office continues to be recognised as one of London's leading hospitality destinations.

You will demonstrate:

• Proven success transforming hospitality venues into recognised destination dining and social experiences.


• A highly inspirational leadership style with a passion for developing future leaders and creating a culture of accountability, engagement and excellence.


• Experience developing innovative food, beverage, entertainment and guest experience concepts that drive visitation, revenue and market recognition.


• Strong networking capabilities and a well-established ability to build relationships with industry partners, local communities, luxury brands, media contacts and key stakeholders.


• Experience working collaboratively with Marketing and PR teams to elevate brand visibility, drive social engagement and deliver impactful campaigns and events.


• Commercial agility with the ability to identify new revenue opportunities, optimise reservations strategy, enhance private dining performance and maximise guest spend.


• Confidence presenting business performance, future strategies and investment opportunities to senior leadership, ownership groups and asset management stakeholders.

A degree in Business Administration, Hospitality Management or a related discipline is preferred. Experience within the luxury hospitality sector and a strong understanding of the London market would be highly advantageous. Fluency in English is essential, together with a career history that demonstrates progressive leadership experience, commercial achievement and a commitment to excellence.

What You Will Be Expected to Deliver

As General Manager, you will lead all aspects of The Booking Office 1869, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, strong financial performance and operational excellence whilst reinforcing its position as one of London's leading lifestyle dining destinations.

Key deliverables include:

• Position The Booking Office as one of London's most desirable restaurant and bar destinations through innovation, exceptional service and market-leading guest experiences.


• Develop and execute a rolling 3, 6 and 12-month strategic plan focused on revenue growth, brand visibility, guest acquisition and commercial performance.


• Create headline-worthy activations, seasonal experiences, entertainment programmes and events that generate excitement, media interest and repeat visitation.


• Drive the performance of private dining, celebrations, group bookings and corporate events through close collaboration with reservations, sales and commercial teams.


• Build strategic partnerships with brands, businesses, local communities and influencers that introduce new audiences and strengthen market positioning.


• Partner closely with Marketing and PR teams to maximise awareness, social media presence, reputation and guest engagement across all channels.


• Lead the ongoing development of the terrace, bar and restaurant concepts, ensuring the venue remains contemporary, relevant and competitive within the London market.


• Present regular business reviews, innovation plans and performance updates to senior hotel leadership, ownership representatives and asset management stakeholders.


• Drive the development of a unique bar identity and beverage experience that capitalises on the venue's significant footfall and strengthens its reputation as a leading drinking destination.


• Enhance the overall hotel guest journey by working collaboratively with all operational departments to maximise guest satisfaction, loyalty and commercial opportunities.

What Is in It for You?

Alongside a competitive salary and meaningful investment in your professional development, you will enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

• 31 days’ holiday per annum, including Bank Holidays, increasing with service


• Private medical cover


• Pension scheme


• Life assurance


• Annual performance and pay review


• Complimentary meals while at work


• Dry-cleaning service


• Complimentary enrolment in Perks at Work, providing access to a wide range of retail offers and discounts


• Marriott Explore discounts on hotel stays, dining and retail across more than 130 countries


• Cycle to Work scheme


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Comprehensive training and development opportunities


• Awards, recognition celebrations and many more benefits

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.