Area Manager

Castle Pubs; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pub operator in Greater London is seeking an experienced Area Manager to oversee a district of thirteen unique pubs. The ideal candidate will lead a team of 350, ensuring outstanding service quality and driving sales. This role offers a dynamic environment with flexible working, bonus schemes, and career development opportunities. Join us and be part of a vibrant team that values individuality and community engagement.

Benefits

Generous Bonus Scheme

Flexible working

Extra holiday option

Career development support

Private medical plans

Pension plan

High-street shopping discounts

Free shares

Qualifications

• Proven track record in the London pub marketplace.
• Strong ability to recruit and retain team members.
• Experience driving sales and profit in a multi-site environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of approximately 350 across 13 sites.
• Ensure high standards in food, drink, and service quality.
• Drive commercial culture and local sales opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Engagement

Job description

Combining the best of London pub hospitality with individuality, authentic character and quirky charm, Castle pubs are an original collection of pubs that sit within Mitchells & Butlers ‘City’ division. It’s a special place to work. Each of our iconic pubs ooze original character and personality to suit the location they are at the heart of, attracting guests as diverse and discerning as our beers on tap.

We are on the hunt for a proven Area Manager for our Central London district . It’s a fantastic opportunity to lead and inspire a district of thirteen individual pubs. This district boasts some incredible sites: The historic ‘Prince of Wales Feathers’ on bustling Warren Street, to the always buzzy ‘Crown Tavern’ in fashionable Clerkenwell, over to the canal side favourite the charming ‘Bridge House’ in the heart of Little Venice ( what a gem!) and not forgetting the workforce favourite, ‘The Castle’ in Farringdon- this district really does offer super variety.

From the best locally distilled artisan spirits to delicious untapped wines, top and tailed with an industry leading rotating craft beer range we're very picky about what makes it into our pubs- it matters to our guests, so it matters to us. We like to be different, quirky- ahead of the game.

Food menus are based on fresh, seasonal pub dishes and carefully sourced ingredients to cater for our discerning guests. From Brighton to Edinburgh our general managers and teams make us what we are, and because no two pub teams are the same, no two pubs are! Come and be part of something original.

Working for Castle pubs- you truly get the best of both worlds as an Area Manager; We operate with entrepreneurial freedom & independent pub feel, whilst benefitting from the amazing central support & fantastic career development opportunities.

What’s in it for me…?

• Generous Bonus Scheme – We’re all about rewarding the hard work everybody puts in
• Flexible working – to fit around the other important things in life
• Buy up to an extra 15 days holiday – life is for living after all
• Structured development and support- so you can get to where you want to go
• Celebrating success– award nights, away days, and team socials
• Private medical and Dental Plans - to keep you safe, secure, and always smiling
• On top of all this, we offer a pension, 26dayspaidholiday, bank holidays, high-street shopping discounts and we even give you free shares!

What will I be doing…?

Your job will be so varied and rewarding that this little taster will never do it justice, but we'll give it our best shot.

• Making sure your teams bring their ‘A’ game when it comes to food, drink and service quality, always delivered with passion and pride
• Leading a diverse team of roughly 350 across 13 sites in central London locations.
• Driving people succession through your district through coaching and mentoring
• You’ll spend time across your district supporting your teams, making sure they’re the best they can be and working together to deliver results to be proud of
• Driving a commercial culture- where delivering consistent high standards, sales and profit are at the heart of everything we do
• Working with your pub teams to unlock local sales opportunities by building connections in the heart of the community they are part of.
• You’ll ensure your teams maintain a safe, clean and risk‑free environment

What do I need…?

Just like our brands, our teams are diverse.You’ll have….

• The ability to recruit, retain and engage the best of the best
• A proven track record operating in the London pub marketplace
• Proven evidence of being an inspiring leader that demonstrates drive, energy and commitment
• Proven evidence of delivering sales and profit building in a multi‑site environment
• Strong analytical, problem solving and decision‑making skills
• The ability to share the bigger picture to inspire and empower your team

At M&B we value the unique perspectives each person brings. We believe that by fostering a culture of inclusion, respect, and allyship, we create a sense of belonging, engagement and teamwork which are essential to delivering great guest experiences.Join us and be a part of a great team.

You don’t have to take our word for it, why not take a look onsocial @LifeAtMab andfind out what it’s really like to work with us.

Closing Date: Midday Friday 16th January 2026

Compensation: Competitive salary