Entrepreneurial General Manager — Fresh Pub with Rooms

Bull, Ditchling; Ditchling; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Huge bonus potential (up to 100% of –

Private Health Insurance

Enhanced Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Staff discounts: 20% in Young's pubs;

Share Save Scheme

Career Pathway & Training

Job summary

The Bull in Ditchling is a classic Sussex country pub offering rustic charm, a sun-trap garden and 6 bedrooms for guests. We seek a General Manager with a passion for fresh, seasonal local produce and a flair for delivering a standout guest experience.

You will lead with an entrepreneurial mindset, run food-led events, and become the face of the business while growing the team and shaping the guest journey in a busy, hospitality-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with fresh food and local produce.
• Proven track record in hospitality leadership.
• Strong recruitment and team development skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen and front-of-house operations to maintain high standards.
• Drive events and Sunday service to attract guests.
• Act as the face of the business and engage with regulars at the bar.
• Recruit, develop and manage the team and oversee local marketing.

Skills

Fresh food ops

Guest experience

People leadership

Entrepreneurial mindset

Operational mind

Job description

The Bull in Ditchling is a classic Sussex country pub offering rustic charm, a sun-trap garden and 6 bedrooms for guests. We seek a General Manager with a passion for fresh, seasonal local produce and a flair for delivering a standout guest experience.

You will lead with an entrepreneurial mindset, run food-led events, and become the face of the business while growing the team and shaping the guest journey in a busy, hospitality-focused environment.