Deputy Manager

Social Pub And Kitchen - Stonegate Group; St Albans; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Deputy Manager to lead a dynamic team at a charming pub in St Albans. This role focuses on inspiring the team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and maintaining high standards. The venue offers a vibrant atmosphere with a superb selection of drinks and regular entertainment, making it a popular spot for socializing. With opportunities for personal development, flexible working, and a range of employee perks, this position is perfect for someone looking to make a real impact in a lively environment. Join a team that celebrates individuality and creativity while delivering memorable experiences for guests.

Benefits

Award winning development programmes

Bonus opportunities

25% off food and drink

Online benefits portal

VIP entry to Pubs and Bars

Hotel Discounts

Flexible working

Corporate Discount Rates

Vitality Healthcare

Discounted Dental Insurance

Qualifications

• Must be 18 or over due to alcohol sales.
• Experience in a managerial role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and empower the team to create outstanding guest experiences.
• Support the General Manager in delivering the venue's vision.
• Maintain high standards and foster an inclusive environment.

Skills

Leadership

Team Motivation

Guest Service

Performance Management

Job description

Location - Blacksmith Arms

Deputy Manager

We are on the lookout for a driven Deputy Manager who can inspire and empower their team to create outstanding guest experiences at Blacksmith Arms. If you love motivating others, driving performance, and making a real impact, we'd love to chat.

Can you…

1. Provide clear guidance, encouragement, and support to help the team grow.
2. Support the General Manager and work together to create and deliver our vision.
3. Maintain consistency in standards and procedures.
4. Foster a welcoming and inclusive environment where guests feel comfortable and valued.

A little bit about us…

At Social Pub and Kitchen, we pride ourselves on being individually crafted and hero great experiences at any time of the day or night. We tailor to our diverse range of guests, and our teams create the perfect place to socialise with friends, whether that be for Bottomless Brunch, sport or to join us for a great night out. Each venue is different and has its own unique identity, and this is something we celebrate in our teams too. We need our team to engage confidently with our guests, have a passion for great beer, cocktails, and sport. If its live it’s on, and we are the place to watch it. A charming pub located in the centre of St Albans, the Blacksmith Arms is the perfect place for our guests to enjoy a relaxing drink with its superb selection of cask ales, traditional ciders, and great food. We also offer weekly entertainment, which includes live music events. Our guests also enjoy the fantastic garden, which offers plenty of seating and outdoor TV screens, ensuring no one misses out on any of the sporting action.

What's in it for you?

1. Award winning Deputy Manager and General Manager development programmes.
2. Bonus opportunities.
3. Reward Card via the MiXR App – 25% off food and drink for you and ALL your friends across our Managed Pubs.
4. Stonegate Xtra Rewards – Online benefits portal offering discounts across the High Street and other retailers.
5. VIP entry to our Pubs and Bars.
6. Stonegate Hotel Discounts.
7. Flexible working.
8. David Lloyd Corporate Discount Rates.
9. Vitality Healthcare.
10. Discounted Dental Insurance.
11. Wagestream – Early access to your earned wages.

To be considered for the Deputy Manager position at Blacksmith Arms you must be 18 or over as the role involves the sale of alcohol.

At Stonegate Group, we're proud to be the biggest operator of pubs, bars, and late-night venues in the United Kingdom. Our leading brands are diverse and well-known, including names like Slug and Lettuce, Be At One and Popworld. Find out more about a career with Stonegate Group at www.stonegatecareers.co.uk

If you have a disability as outlined by the Equality Act 2010 and require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please let us know in advance so that any support, aids or adaptations can be put in place to assist you. Please contact Blacksmith Arms directly.

Job Reference: BS1283319St.DM