General Manager

Greene King; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Greene King as a General Manager at The Bystander, a central hub of community life in Abingdon. You'll lead a passionate team, ensuring high service standards and guest satisfaction while driving pub sales and fostering team development. Enjoy a competitive salary and numerous benefits.

Benefits

33% discount for employees and 15% for loved ones.

50% discount at Greene King Inns and hotels.

Access to wage before payday.

Employee assistance program.

Referral bonus of up to £1,000.

Retail discounts at Superdrug and more.

Career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• High standards in running a successful pub.
• Great communication and leadership skills.
• Business savvy with keen P&L control.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team to grow pub sales and maintain brand standards.
• Recruit and develop staff to enhance customer experience.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to Detail

Business Savvy

Job description

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Company Description

Located in a picturesque village a mere 4 miles away from the bustling Oxford City Centre, lies The Bystander. This great business stands as a prominent Pub and Social site, offering an aray of amenities including Sky Sports for sports enthusiasts, live entertainment to keep guests entertained, and a spacious garden perfect for dining and indulging in refreshing drinks. Undoubtedly, The Bystander serves as the beating heart of the village, attracting locals and visitors alike.

As General Manager, you'll have the freedom to succeed to build a business to be proud of, whilst developing your team and creating a warm welcome for your customers. From the moment you step through the door, you'll lead by example make sure our customers, and teams, have a great time.

Join us at Greene King pubs, where we have always been the beacon for communities, wherever people want to come together. Our collection of community pubs are the heart and soul of the local area around them, helmed by a local hero and crewed by a team always ready with your favourite tipple. Our pubs embody the true meaning of a local pub, acting as a central hub where locals can enjoy one of our events, a feast of lovingly cooked food or a quick catch up with friends over a drink.

Job Description

What you'll do as a General Manager...

• Work with your business development manager and management team to grow pub sales
• Lead by example in everything you do and bring our brand to life through your team in delivering amazing experiences for our customers

• You will recruit & develop your team to ensure they have the knowledge needed to delight our customers
• Be a champion of brand standards & ensure customer & team safety at all times

What you'll bring...

• Very high standards and attention to detail in all aspects of the day-to-day running of a successful pub
• You're great with people, and as a result, have great communication and leadership skills

• You'll be business savvy, with a keen eye for P&L control
• You'll embrace individuality and care for others, your pub and the environment
• Previous success at General Manager level is desirable; from a hospitality, retail or other fast paced background, and the right attitude and outlook is essential!
• You're keen to learn and happiest when you succeed at something new
• #LI-CA1

Qualifications

Additional Information

In reward for your hard work, you will receive...

You will receive a competitive salary, pension contribution as well as:

• The chance to further your career across our well-known brands - As one of the industry's top apprenticeship providers, we can provide training and development at each level of your career.
• Discount of 33% for you and 15% for your loved ones on all of our brands - so you enjoy your favourite food and drink at a discount.
• Free employee assistance program - Mental Health, well-being, Financial, and Legal support because you matter!
• Discount of 50% for you and 25% for your loved ones at our Greene King Inns and hotels. - so you can enjoy a weekend away without breaking the bank
• Refer a friend - Who do you know who could be interested in a new role? When they are placed, you could earn up to £1,000 for referring them!

• Wage Stream - Access your wage before payday for when life happens.
• Retail discounts - Receive up to 30% of at Superdrug, exclusive discounts with three mobile along with many more...