Destination Pub General Manager Lead Peak District Opening

Robinson Brewery; Bakewell CP; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus up to £22,000

25% food, drink & accommodation across

50% off food during shifts

Exclusive retailer discounts

35 days annual leave

Company pension with life assurance

Private healthcare for you and family

Company sick pay

Personal development & career growth

Wellbeing and mental health support

Live-in accommodation: two bedrooms, k

Fully equipped kitchen, living/dining

Job summary

The Manners in Bakewell, part of Robinsons, seeks an exceptional General Manager to lead a new destination venue. You will build a high-performing team and position The Manners as a must-visit locale in the Peak District, delivering outstanding guest experiences and strong commercial results.

Featuring an 88 internal and 58 external cover, eight letting bedrooms, and a cultural emphasis on community engagement, this role offers a unique leadership challenge in a historic yet modern setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a General Manager within a quality food-led hospitality business.
• Strong experience managing accommodation-led operations.
• Excellent commercial and financial acumen.
• Experience opening, relaunching or developing hospitality businesses.
• Strong knowledge of Bakewell, the Peak District and the surrounding visitor economy.

Responsibilities

• Lead the launch and ongoing success of The Manners following its refurbishment.
• Drive revenue and profitability across a high-volume pub and dining operation, outdoor trading space and eight letting bedrooms.
• Build, coach and inspire a high-performing team.
• Create a welcoming environment for locals and visitors.
• Establish strong links within the Bakewell and Peak District community.
• Deliver outstanding food, drink and accommodation standards.
• Achieve ambitious financial and operational targets.
• Grow The Manners into one of the region's leading hospitality destinations.

Skills

General Manager experience

Hospitality leadership

Commercial & financial acumen

Relationship building with community

Staff development & coaching

Job description

The Manners in Bakewell, part of Robinsons, seeks an exceptional General Manager to lead a new destination venue. You will build a high-performing team and position The Manners as a must-visit locale in the Peak District, delivering outstanding guest experiences and strong commercial results.

Featuring an 88 internal and 58 external cover, eight letting bedrooms, and a cultural emphasis on community engagement, this role offers a unique leadership challenge in a historic yet modern setting.