Assistant Manager

Butcombe Pubs & Inns; Winchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Manager for their newly refurbished pub. The role involves overseeing front-of-house operations, ensuring exceptional service, and contributing to the venue's relaunch. Ideal candidates will have a passion for hospitality and experience in similar environments.

Benefits

Competitive salary + generous tips

Opportunity for career growth

Supportive team culture

Beautiful rural setting

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar pub or restaurant environment.
• Strong understanding of food, beverage, and service standards.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the GM in the relaunch, including training and setup.
• Leading shifts and motivating the FOH team.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Communication

Job description

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Are you a passionate hospitality professional looking to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in a warm, country pub environment with high standards, local produce, and a strong sense of community? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

The Woolpack Inn is a charming and well-established countryside pub nestled in the beautiful Hampshire countryside, just 10 minutes from Alresford and 30 minutes from Winchester. Following an exciting major refurbishment and relaunch in August, we are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Assistant Manager to help lead our front-of-house team through this pivotal chapter.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a reopening team following a significant refurbishment — a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience in relaunching a destination venue.
• Work in a true countryside pub that blends tradition with modern values — high-quality food, a relaxed atmosphere, and strong community ties.
• Play a key role in a business focused on local produce, including ingredients from our on-site Market Garden.
• Help shape a growing venue with aspirations to be one of Hampshire’s top hospitality destinations.
  
  

The Role

As Assistant Manager, you’ll work closely with the General Manager to oversee all aspects of front-of-house operations, ensuring our guests receive warm, professional, and memorable service. This is a hands-on leadership role where your input will directly impact the success of the relaunch and day-to-day experience of our guests and team.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the GM in the relaunch, including training, setup, and soft opening phases
• Leading shifts and motivating the FOH team to deliver consistent, high-quality service
• Overseeing bookings, events (e.g. weddings, shoot parties), and daily operations
• Supporting with recruitment, training, rotas, and stock control
• Managing social media and marketing responsibilities (if suited to your skill set)
• Acting as a Duty Manager and keyholder when required
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• A confident, driven Assistant Manager (or experienced Supervisor ready to step up)
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar pub or restaurant environment
• Strong understanding of food, beverage, and service standards
• A positive, hands-on attitude and great people skills
• Experience with events, hotel rooms, or social media is a bonus
• Passion for hospitality and a desire to grow with an ambitious business
  
  

What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary + generous tips
• The chance to be part of a major relaunch — great for your CV and future opportunities
• A supportive, forward-thinking team culture
• Beautiful rural setting with a well-established customer base
• Real opportunity to shape the pub’s future and grow within the business

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitality

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