Assistant Manager

DNU; England; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent pub group in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager for the Grand Junction Arms. This role involves delivering outstanding service, training staff, and managing operations in a vibrant pub environment. Candidates should have proven experience in hospitality, strong leadership skills, and a passion for food and beverage. The position offers competitive pay with a performance bonus and opportunities for career growth within the company.

Benefits

50% off food

20% off drinks

28 days holiday

staff discounts

training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an AM or Supervisor in a quality pub or restaurant.
• High standards and a passion for food, beer, and hospitality.
• Strong communication skills and confidence in the GM's absence.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming guests and ensuring outstanding service.
• Training, motivating, and onboarding team members.
• Supporting the GM in running the venue.
• Creating a brilliant atmosphere for guests.
• Delivering events and managing busy shifts.

Skills

Restaurant Experience

Hospitality Experience

Assistant Manager Experience

Leadership Experience

Managing Experience

Job description

13.5014.50 per hour (equivalent to per year) bonus share of card tips

About us

Passion and love for hospitality is what were looking for in our next Assistant Manager.

Tucked away by the canal at Bulbourne just outside Tring the Grand Junction Arms is a destination for those who love proper pubs. Whether youre arriving from the Chiltern Hills cycling along the towpath or making the short trip from London by train youll always find a warm welcome.

With vast gardens outdoor bars and plenty of space to enjoy long summer days by the water the Grand Junction is made for big gatherings and lazy afternoons. Inside youll discover a buzzing pub atmosphere with a great range of craft beers cask ales premium spirits and a carefully chosen wine list.

Our kitchen serves fresh seasonal menus built around traditional pub favourites elevated with local produce and contemporary touches. Every dish is cooked to order with daily specials and sharers designed for lively tables.

As one of Hertfordshires best-kept secrets the Grand Junction Arms combines the character of a classic canalside inn with the energy of a modern food-led pub. Whether youre here for a weekend feast a pint in the garden or one of our summer events its a place to eat drink and make memories.

This is a rare opportunity to be part of a flagship pub and grow with a small but ambitious independent group.

Whats in it for you

Pay : 13.5014.50 / hr (equivalent to / year)

Bonus : Performance-related bonus

Tips : Share of card tips (approx 3000 - 5000 per year)

Perks : 50% off food & 20% off drinks across the group 28 days holiday sharers socials staff discount

Training : Weekly supplier sessions WSET opportunities brewery visits leadership development

Career path : Clear progression into Deputy Manager or GM roles as we grow

Autonomy : The freedom to contribute ideas and influence the way the pub runs

What youll be doing

Welcoming guests and ensuring outstanding service

Training motivating and onboarding team members

Supporting the GM in running the venue including stock rotas and systems

Creating a brilliant atmosphere for guests

Delivering events and managing busy shifts

Working closely with the Head Chef to champion a fresh food offer

Helping drive sales manage costs and influence the P&L

What were looking for

Proven experience as an AM or Supervisor in a quality pub or restaurant

A people person who loves leading a team

High standards eye for detail and passion for food beer and hospitality

Strong communication skills and confidence in taking responsibility in the GMs absence

Commercial awareness and an interest in how great service translates into profit

Social media awareness to help showcase the pub and events

This is your chance to be part of one of Hertfordshires most exciting pub reopenings and build your career with a growing independent group.

Apply today and make your mark at the Grand Junction Arms.

Required Experience

Manager

Key Skills

• Restaurant Experience
• Fashion Retail
• Hospitality Experience
• Assistant Manager Experience
• Basic Math
• Management Experience
• Math
• Business Management
• Leadership Experience
• Supervising Experience
• Restaurant Management
• Retail Management

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 34000 - 38000