Deputy General Manager

Level X; Lincoln; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £32,000

28 days holiday

Health care

Pension

Free bowling

Food & beverage discount

Social events

Awards party

Cycle to work

Refer a friend

Job summary

Lane7 is seeking a Deputy General Manager for the Lincoln venue to lead daily operations, drive performance and uphold exceptional guest experiences across all revenue streams. You will work closely with the General Manager to build a strong leadership team and set high standards of operation.

This role requires hands-on leadership in leisure/hospitality with a positive, proactive approach and superb communication.

Qualifications

• Management experience in leisure, hospitality or F&B.
• Deputy General Manager capable of leading a team.
• Inspire and motivate the team to deliver outstanding guest experiences.
• Excellent communicator with a positive, proactive attitude.
• Be capable of maintaining high service standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager in all site operations and performance.
• Lead and develop the leadership team and staff.
• Ensure exceptional guest experience across multiple revenue streams.
• Oversee daily venue operations, training and performance management.
• Maintain compliance with company standards and service levels.
• Handle guest complaints and turn dissatisfied guests into return visitors.

Skills

Management experience

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

Deputy General Manager - Gutterball Lincoln

About Us

Lane7 is the UK's fastest growing and biggest independent boutique bowling destination. We have multiple venues across our Lane7, Level X, Gutterball and ML7 brands. Bowling has always been our thing - since launch in 2013, but really, we're all your best nights in one: Pool, golf, darts, karaoke, arcades and a ton of next-level gaming experiences, combined with great drinks and fabulous food. A night with friends, date night, special celebrations and private functions… we've got every occasion covered.

Could you be what we're looking for?

As our business continues to expand and bring the full throttle best night out in one place experience. We're now looking for an experienced Deputy General Manager ready to help set the pace, lead from the front and drive this huge venue to its full potential.

The Role

As Deputy General Manager, you'll have to support with the responsibility for the performance, culture, and success of the site. You'll lead from the front, setting standards, building a strong leadership team, and delivering an exceptional guest experience across multiple revenue streams.

Key responsibilities include:

• Work alongside the General Manager in all areas of the venue and make operational decisions on daily matters of importance, WhilstAdhering to company standards and service levels to increase sales, minimise costs, beverage supply, labour costs and overall P&L
• Managing the daily operation of the entire venue, including the selection, training, development and performance management of all staff
• Be fully accountable for all process and procedures within the business from daily transactions to inventory management
• Actively participate in all areas of the operation from gaming, food, beverage, events, sport and labour whilst maintaining required standards of operation in daily activities
• Ensure positive guest service in all areas. Respond to complaints within the given parameters or escape to the General Manager, taking any and all appropriate actions to turn dissatisfied guests into return guests
• Create an environment that is team focused and encourage a professional and motivating atmosphere for all team members

To be a success with Lane7, you'll:

• Have got management experience in the leisure, hospitality, or F&B sector?
• Be a Deputy General Manager able to lead by example and supervise a team throughout every daily activity.
• Be a Deputy General Manager who canInspire and motivate your team to deliver outstanding guests experiences from the moment they step through the door
• Be a great communicator
• Have a positive, can-do and problem-solving attitude no matter the task that faces you.
• Have the ability to create a sense of fun, For you the guests and the team

What We'll Offer

• Salary Package - £32,000 Per Annum
• 28 days holiday per year (Plus 1 day per every year worked, Up to 5 years of service)
• Health Care support
• Company pension contribution
• Free bowling and activities for you and up to 3 others when you aren't working (off-peak time)
• 25% off food and drink
• Get involved with different social activities throughout the year through our team social calendar
• Annual team awards party
• Cycle2Work scheme partnered with Halfords
• Refer a friend scheme