General Manager - The Arbour (Lifestyle Group)

Abbotsford, BC
On-site
Posted Aug 18, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The General Manager will oversee the daily operations of The Arbour, ensuring high standards in service, guest experience, and team performance. They will also manage staffing, monitor financial performance, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and licensing regulations.

Job details

The Arbour is an upcoming private members' club opening in St. George's Bay, Malta in October 2026. Developed by db Group with industry expert Jamie Caring, it aims to offer seasonal Mediterranean cuisine, a cocktail lab, cultural programming, and a community space for the island. As part of our team at Lifestyle Group, you’ll assist in delivering exceptional service at some of Malta’s most iconic and diverse restaurant brands, several of which are featured in the Michelin Guide. Our momentum is only growing, positioning us as one of the island’s leading destinations for career growth in the hospitality sector. This is a rare opportunity to join a fast-growing group that is shaping Malta’s hospitality future and offers unmatched opportunities for growth, innovation, and career progression. You can further explore our current portfolio from here https://lifestyle-grp.com/. About the Role: As General Manager of The Arbour, you will take overall responsibility for the successful day-to-day operation of the outlet, ensuring consistently high standards across service, operations, guest experience and team performance. You will lead and support the management team, oversee staffing and development, monitor sales and costs, and ensure compliance with health, safety and licensing standards. Working closely with the wider Lifestyle Group, you will help implement new initiatives, identify opportunities for improvement and foster a positive, collaborative culture within the venue. You will lead by example, ensuring The Arbour delivers an exceptional experience for both guests and team members. Our ideal candidate embodies our values and brings: A genuine love for culinary experiences & a passion for hospitality leadership. Proven experience in a high-volume restaurant or hospitality operation, ideally in a senior management role. A natural team player who is at home working in sync with a large team. Naturally friendly, customer-oriented, and skilled at creating memorable dining experiences. Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills, with a proactive and solutions-focused approach. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy benefits such as: Global opportunities, experience hospitality around the globe with our incredible brand relationships Rewards & Recognition, we value our team and celebrate your contributions to our success with meaningful rewards and recognition Exclusive discounts, enjoy exclusive discounts across the Lifestyle Group & db Group, worldwide! To Apply: Click the “Apply for this Job” button and submit your CV. We look forward to hearing from you!

What you’ll do

Requirements

The ideal candidate must have proven experience in a high-volume restaurant or hospitality operation, ideally in a senior management role. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential, along with a proactive approach to problem-solving.