Deputy General Manager

Hall & Woodhouse Brewery & Managed; Verwood; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned brewery in the UK is seeking a Deputy General Manager to lead teams in a premium pub environment. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, expertise in quality food and drink, and a commercial mindset. With a salary of up to £35K plus tips and comprehensive benefits, this role offers clear development pathways and the chance to be part of an award-winning hospitality business. Join us to make a memorable impact!

Benefits

Health benefits

Pension

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support

Structured development

Qualifications

• Experienced DGM, AM, or Supervisor in branded hospitality.
• High attention to detail in quality food and drink.
• Ability to lead and build a great team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor teams in a premium pub environment.
• Ensure high operational standards and processes.
• Contribute to the growth of the hospitality business.

Skills

Leadership capability

Food and drink expertise

Commercial mindset

Problem-solving

Operational diligence

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 170 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.

Friendly, Lively Monmouth Ash

Part of the Hall & Woodhouse family of exceptional community pubs, located in the town of Verwood between the New Forest and Cranborne Chase, the Monmouth Ash is a perfect example of a friendly, quality English village pub. Steeped in history it still has a lot of its original features like the traditional oak beans, open fires and flagstone floors. The pub’s name, unique in Britain, commemorates the 1685 capture of the Duke of Monmouth (Charles II’s bastard son) in Verwood, after his rebellion was defeated.

What you’ll get 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
• 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

If you are ready to help lead this premium hospitality business, move your career forward and ideally have a good knowledge of the local hospitality landscape, apply today

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