Bradgate Arms, Cropston, Leicestershire

Marstons PLC; Leicester; On-site; GBP 5,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pub company in Leicester is seeking an experienced food operator to manage the Bradgate Arms. This role involves enhancing customer experience, driving sales through themed events, and maintaining the pub's strong local reputation. Successful candidates will have a proven background in food operations and a passion for community engagement. This opportunity includes a share of weekly sales and accommodation.

Benefits

22% share of weekly sales

Annual retained sum of £25K

Accommodation included with most bills covered

Qualifications

• Proven background in managing food-led pubs or restaurants.
• Ability to deliver a corporate menu with passion for community values.
• Experience in maximizing event calendars to boost sales.

Responsibilities

• Lead site operations to enhance customer experience.
• Drive sales through themed events and community engagement.
• Oversee daily operations and maintenance of the pub's reputation.

Skills

Experience in food operations

Entrepreneurial flair

Community engagement

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Posted:

12.08.2025

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26.09.2025

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Job Description:

The Bradgate Arms is looking for a passionate and driven operator to lead this fantastic site into its next chapter.

Located in the picturesque village of Cropston, the Bradgate Arms is a traditional pub with a loyal customer base and strong local reputation. With a spacious interior, beer garden, and a history of successful events and food-led trade, this is a brilliant opportunity for someone ready to make their mark.

This pub has a strong local following who appreciate the themed food-nights, quizzes and Sunday roasts, so an experienced food operator is needed to keep this pub thriving.

The pub is currently delivering strong sales of £12,000 weekly (60/40 food led) with scope to expand sales through maximising the event calendar with seasonal festivals, live music nights, and charity partnerships to drive footfall and community loyalty.

After 8 successful years, the current operators are stepping away, creating a rare opportunity to take over a site with loyal guests, a proven format, and room to grow.

The Bradgate Arms would be the perfect fit for an experienced food operator who can deliver the Marston's corporate menu who has entrepreneurial flair and a passion for community values to keep this community in love with the pub!

What’s in it for you?

• 22% share of weekly sales (excluding VAT) plus a guaranteed annual retained sum of £25K (released weekly)
• Low ingoing costs, deposits starting from £5,000and £360 legal cost.(*deposits can vary dependant on business – ask us for more details*)
• Accommodation included with most bills covered, except the council tax & TV License.

If this is not the pub for you do you know someone who might be interested? If so, let us know using ourRefer a Friend schemeand if they're offered, we will give you a £1,000! (Terms & conditions apply)