Assistant Manager

Mitchells & Butlers PLC; Little Burstead; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Progression opportunities

Brand discounts across venues

Employee discounts

Team socials

Pension & holidays

Free employee helpline

Job summary

Mitchells & Butlers PLC in Little Burstead is seeking an Assistant Manager to support the General Manager and lead the team in delivering exceptional guest experiences. You will mentor staff, ensure smooth day-to-day operations, and act as Duty Manager in the manager's absence.

The role emphasises delivering high standards of service, coaching staff, and maintaining a welcoming, premium pub environment in a busy location. Previous managerial hospitality experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use your management experience to support the General Manager in the day to day running of the business, being the Duty Manager when they are not around.
• Use your communication skills to train and inspire your team to deliver food, drink, and service to be proud of.
• Be the role model and guide development within your team.
• Lead the team to deliver moments that WOW our guest, keeping them coming back.

Job description

Assistant Manager

Company: Mitchells & Butlers PLC

Salary: Competitive Salary plus tips, plus bonus

Hours: Full-time

Location: Little Burstead, CM12 9TA

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 4 Nov 2026

Closing date: 17 Nov 2026

Summary

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As Assistant Manager at the Dukes Head Billericay, you’ll bring your experience to the table, supporting the General Manager in leading your team to success. Through your passion and drive you will motivate your team to deliver excellent guest experience, mentoring each individual to be the best that they can be!

Join us at Premium Country Pubs. We craft food and drink into something truly special. Picture beautiful interiors in stunning locations, and great tasting food. If you're passionate about all things premium, we want to hear from you.

What's in it for me?

• Amazing progression opportunities! We believe in growing our own talent. Last year, we promoted over 150 Assistant Managers to General Managers.
• A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter, a family roast at Toby Carvery or socialising with friends in the city at All Bar One, we’ve got you covered.
• 20% discount across all our brands for up to 5 friends and family.
• Discounts on gym memberships.
• Team Socials – work hard, play hard!
• Pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and free shares!
• Free employee helpline – to support you with whatever life throws at you.

What will I be doing?

• Use your management experience to support the General Manager in the day to day running of the business, being the Duty Manager when they are not around.
• Use your communication skills to train and inspire your team to deliver food, drink, and service to be proud of.
• Be the role model and guide development within your team.
• Lead the team to deliver moments that WOW our guest, keeping them coming back.

At M&B, we want people to be supported, valued, able to be themselves and work in a great team. Join us and help us make every guest feel truly welcome.

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