Deputy Manager

Stonegate Pub Company; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

MiXR App discounts – 25% off food and

Stonegate Xtra Rewards

VIP entry to our Pubs and Bars

Corporate Discounts at David Lloyd and

Stream – Early access to earned wages

Job summary

Stonegate Pub Company is seeking a driven Deputy Manager to lead the team at Flares & Popworld in Middlesbrough, helping to deliver outstanding guest experiences.

You will guide staff, support the General Manager, and uphold standards while fostering an inclusive, welcoming venue.

Join a lively team at a top UK pub group with bonus opportunities and staff benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality management or supervisory role.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate teams to deliver high guest service.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Team leadership

Guest experience

Motivation

People management

Job description

Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom, TS1 1PQ

Stonegate Group is the UK’s largest operator of pubs, bars, and late-night venues,including Slug & Lettuce, Be At One, and Popworld, to name a few. We’re proud of our diverse portfolio and deeply committed to creating an inclusive culture that embraces individuality in all its forms—including neurodiversity. By fostering an environment where everyone feels welcome, valued, and supported, we reflect the vibrant communities we serve and empower our people to thrive.

The Opportunity

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

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

A little bit about us…

Venues is the party animal of Stonegate Group. From iconic nightclubs such as Ark or Rosies to our fantastic LGBTQ+ bars across the UK or Latin London venues to retro-tastic clubs, there is quite literally something for everyone! Our Venues team lives and breathes the electric atmosphere with our famous tours, events and get-up-and-dance music policy. We’re looking for the people who’d be the first on the dancefloor, so if that sounds like you, we want to hear from you. Flares & Popworld is Middlesbrough's number one party venue, situated in the heart of the town centre. We cater to a wide range of musical tastes, from the 70's disco all the way through to the chart music of today. The venue is fun and lively for both our guests and team members alike.

What's in it for you?

• Award winning Deputy Manager and General Manager development programmes
• Bonus opportunities
• Reward Card via the MiXR App – 25% off food and drink for you and ALL your friends across our Managed Pubs
• Stonegate Xtra Rewards – Online benefits portal offering discounts across the High Street and other retailers
• VIP entry to our Pubs and Bars
• Corporate Discounted Rates at David Lloyd and PureGym
• Stream – Early access to your earned wages

To be considered for the Deputy Manager position at Flares & Popworld you must be 18 or over as the roles involves the sale of alcohol.

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 Flares & Popworld directly.