Run an Admiral Pub, Barley Mow, Bicester

Admiral Taverns - Leased & Tenancy; Bicester; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a thriving community pub, where you can take charge and create a welcoming environment for locals and visitors alike. This role offers the chance to manage a well-established venue, known for its high-quality food and drink offerings. With a strong community presence and limited competition, your leadership can make this pub a destination for all. You'll receive comprehensive training and support to ensure your success, allowing you to focus on delivering exceptional service and building lasting relationships. Embrace the challenge and become the heart of this vibrant community hub!

Benefits

Training Program

Maintenance Package

Support from Experienced Team

Flexible Business Agreements

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a pub or similar establishment is essential.
• Training in business strategies and marketing will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the pub, ensuring high standards of service.
• Implement marketing strategies to attract and retain customers.

Skills

Customer Service

Business Management

Food Safety

Marketing Strategies

Education

Experience in Hospitality

Pub Management Training

Tools

E-learning Platforms

Sales Training Programs

Job description

Job Type: Leased & Tenancy

Sector: Pubs and Bars

Contract Type: Full Time

Pub Layout

The main entrance is located at the rear of the pub. It operates as a one-bar setup, featuring a mix of fixed and loose seating arranged around a feature log burner that adds to the warm, cosy atmosphere. The pub is well-maintained internally and includes a catering kitchen equipped to support a high-quality food menu. Additional seating is available in a separate area, featuring private, cosy tables for a more intimate dining experience. There is a large, enclosed garden with ample seating, perfect for enjoying outdoor meals and drinks. The garden includes an Aunt Sally throw for added entertainment. Parking is well accommodated with space for approximately 20 cars. This combination of inviting interior spaces and appealing outdoor areas makes The Barley Mow a versatile venue, suited for both everyday gatherings and special occasions.

Trading Style

The Barley Mow is situated in an affluent, well-established village, with a strong and mature community. The nearby Heyford Park development is growing rapidly and will continue to expand in the coming years, offering significant future potential for business growth. With limited local competition, the pub serves as the essential community hub for the area. The Barley Mow is currently trading as a mid-market, friendly community pub, offering a menu featuring locally sourced, high-quality ingredients, a selection of real ales and modern, popular brands, and a strong and diverse offering of wines and spirits. This combination of great food, drink, and welcoming service ensures the pub maintains its status as a destination for both locals and visitors alike.

Accommodation

The private accommodation consists of two bedrooms, a bathroom, and a lounge area. There is no domestic kitchen, but there is a fully fitted commercial kitchen downstairs that can be utilised.

Financial

Annual Rent: £16,000

Security Deposit: £5,000

Working Capital: £5,000

Stock: £5,000

Business Rates: £Nil. Based on the April 2023 rating list, the Zero Rates Payable is based on small business rates relief being applied for by the licensee and the licensee only occupying one property for commercial purposes.

Fixtures and Fittings: To be confirmed upon valuation – funding options may be available for the right licensee.

Tie: All drinks categories are tied. For fully funded licensees on long-term agreements, we offer free-of-tie options for certain drinks categories in exchange for an annual fee.

BDM Vision

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and energetic individual or couple to take the reins of The Barley Mow, a pub primed to be the heart of its local community. It thrives best as a mid-market, community-friendly establishment, offering high-quality food made from locally sourced ingredients, real ales, and modern, popular brands, a well-curated selection of wines and spirits with fantastic customer service and regular opening hours. The Barley Mow is the village’s community hub and has the potential to be a destination pub for surrounding areas.

Initially, we’re looking for a short-term licensee, but there’s potential for a longer-term arrangement depending on mutual interest. With a solid business strategy and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, The Barley Mow can once again be the beating heart of the community.

Future Plans

Additional Information

Training: £350.00 – Before signing a long-term agreement, you will be required to attend our 7 Steps to Sales Success training programme. Held online over two days, you will learn marketing and business strategies that will help you to grow sales in your pub – step-by-step.

Service Charge Cost: £63.33 per week – The Admiral Taverns Premium Maintenance Package will help take care of your compliance and statutory obligations with one simple fee, whilst giving you peace of mind about your boiler and cellar cooling repair and replacement. This also includes full access to e-learning for you and your staff.

Company

At Admiral Taverns, we pride ourselves on being the UK's leading operator of community pubs, with over 1,400 pubs nationwide. Our success is driven by our passionate and dedicated team, who embody our core values: ONE TEAM, WE CARE, MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

We’re committed to building strong partnerships with you and empowering you to make a success of your own business. Whether you’re looking to run your own pub or expand your experience in the industry, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Our licensees come from all walks of life. Some have run a pub before, some are completely new to our industry. Wherever you are in your journey, we’ll focus on finding the right pub for your vision and tailor our approach, support, and the training we offer to meet your needs.

You can be confident that in partnering with us, you’ll have an experienced team behind you. You can draw on a wealth of support and knowledge when you need it to maximise your pub’s potential.

Partnering with us means you’ll have a highly experienced team behind you. You can draw on a wealth of knowledge when you need it, and support to maximise your pub’s potential. We are all working towards the same goal – creating the best community pubs and a business to be proud of.

Finding the right first pub agreement is just as important as choosing the perfect pub itself. That’s why we offer a clear and straightforward range of agreements, backed by comprehensive support every step of the way.

If you think you have what it takes to run an Admiral pub, then we would love to hear from you so get in touch today!