Deputy General Manager - Premium Pub

Hall & Woodhouse Limited; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit share

Health benefits

Pension

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Hall & Woodhouse, a Dorset-based family-owned brewer operating premium pubs, is seeking a Deputy General Manager for The Holly Blue near Basingstoke. You will lead diverse teams, uphold high standards in food and service, and contribute to growth with mentoring and structured development.

The role offers £35K+ benefits and a bonus scheme, with a clear progression pathway to GM in a supportive, values-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as DGM/AM or supervisor in branded hospitality.
• Trained kitchen manager with strong leadership.
• Based in or near Basingstoke or willing to relocate.
• Focus on high quality food and drink with attention to detail.
• Commercial mindset with ability to grow the business.
• Operational standards and processes must be maintained.
• Personable host who motivates and develops a great team.

Skills

Leadership

Hospitality operations

Commercial growth

Education

Kitchen management training

Job description

Deputy General Manager £35K + Benefits + Bonus + 5 days working + Career pathway ......

About Hall & Woodhouse - Sunday Times Best Place to Work - Publican Awards Best Large Pub co

Hall & Woodhouse is the Dorset based brewer that owns over 150 high end pub restaurants and inns throughout the South of England. Founded in 1777 we are a family owned company that blends the best traditional values with a progressive and inclusive approach to business. We are recruiting a Deputy General Manager to help lead our fabulous diverse teams in an amazing premium pub.

Fabulous Food Pub - Sensational Holly Blue

Part of the Hall & Woodhouse family of superb community pubs, and located just off M3 Jct 7 on the outskirts of Basingstoke, The Holly Blue is the perfect reflection of a traditional country pub. Completed in 2020 the new build is in the style of a traditional Hampshire farmhouse - treating guests to great food and drink in a wonderfully relaxed setting. Dog friendly, as every great pub should be, the Holly Blue occupies a commanding position at the gateway to a growing new community.

What you’ll enjoy as a DGM with Hall & Woodhouse:

• Up to £35K salary depending on level of development in the role
• Pay boosted by tips + profit share scheme
• Comprehensive benefits - health, pension, employee discounts, wellbeing support and much more
• Structured development and mentoring with all the support you need to succeed
• Recognition for talent, ambition and commitment, with a clear pathway to GM
• Security and progression, in a values-led, sustainable business
• The chance to be part of something very special in hospitality

What you’ll need to be:

• An experienced DGM, AM or Supervisor with great leadership capability within branded hospitality
• A trained kitchen manager
• Based in the local, area or planning to re-locate
• An expert in quality food and drink, with high attention to detail
• A commercially minded operator with experience growing hospitality businesses
• Diligent with operational standards and processes
• Well-presented, analytical and proactive in problem-solving
• Able to commit to supporting the GM to build a great team and business
• Determined to develop and maintain outstanding hospitality for our guests
• A natural host who loves making people's day
• Flexible and resilient with a solutions-first mindset

Why Join H&W?

• Rich history, family owned since 1777
• Iconic locations and a strong pipeline of new builds, openings and refurbishments
• A supportive culture that values individuality and champions equal opportunity
• Sunday Times Best Places to Work recognition
• Pay, benefits and progression that reward performance and potential