General Manager

Marstons PLC; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned pub company is seeking a passionate General Manager for its flagship location in Derby. The successful candidate will lead a vibrant team, manage operations, and drive sales growth while benefiting from a competitive salary of up to £60k plus bonuses. The role offers a generous benefits package including private healthcare and on-site accommodation, making it a fantastic opportunity for an experienced leader looking to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Additional earnings through bonus and incentives

Discounts at major retailers

Access to pension plan

On-site accommodation

Private healthcare

Award-winning training and development

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a General Manager in a multi-faceted business.
• Passion for leading and nurturing teams.
• Ability to innovate and drive sales growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead and engage the pub team to achieve their potential.
• Manage all aspects of the pub operations.
• Develop strategies for increasing sales.

Skills

Leadership

Team Engagement

Sales Growth

Customer Satisfaction

Job description

We're looking for a General Manager for a multi-faceted, flagship business in Derby. Salary up to £60k plus bonus and a generous benefits package.

Marston’s is one of the UK’s largest and most beloved pub chains and today, we operate more than 1,300 pubs, bars and hotels. Now, we’re on the lookout for a great General Manager to take charge at The Farmhouse at Mackworth and lead the team to success!

What you get from us

You'll be joining an award-winning local pub company that puts people first, lives by people-led values, and offers real opportunities to advance your career - with genuine benefits that include :

• Additional earnings potential through bonus and incentive schemes
• Marston’s Cheers Platform, giving you access to discount at major retailers
• Access to a pension plan
• On-site accommodation
• Private healthcare
• Award winning training and development

About the pub

The Farmhouse at Mackworth is a stunning, multi-faceted business oozing with charm & character.

Situated in what was once an 18th century farm house and located just a stone's throw from the peak district, The Farmhouse boasts a large bar & restaurant, 10 boutique hotel bedrooms, multiple upstairs function spaces & of course the hugely popular self-contained wedding & events space with capacity for 200 guests (complete with full wedding license!)

Currently trading at an average of £47,000 per week in net sales, The Farmhouse recently benefited from a face-lift which saw internal and external upgrades to the pub as well as a full refurbishment of the hotel bedrooms.

The Farmhouse offers an incredibly rare opportunity for a seasoned General Manager with a sustained track record of success in a multi-faceted business to take the helm of our flagship Signature business and continue it's success.

This is the perfect opportunity for a passionate leader with a natural flare for inspiring and nurturing their teams to unlock their potential.

Management accommodation is available in the form of a 3 bedroom flat above the coaching house with separate entrance & views over the countryside.

Have you got what it takes?

It’s true, being a Pub Manager is demanding but the people make it much more than just a job. Brimming with energy and ideas, you’ll add touches of your personality to your pub and think of new ways to delight and excite your customers. You’ll thrive off growing your business and have a ‘lead from the front’ mentality and passion for nurturing your team.

As a General Manager you’ll:

• Care about finding, growing and engaging your team.
• Be accountable for running all aspects of your pub.
• Be passionate about doing the right thing for your staff and your customers.
• Dream big and think differently about new ways to increase sales and growth.
• Celebrate and create a buzz by sharing enjoyable experiences.

Are we right for you?

From cosy locals to pub-restaurants, our destination businesses serve up an award-winning selection of pub classics and innovative new dishes. What’s more, our impressive drinks portfolio combines well-known brands, like Estrella and Hobgoblin, with outstanding craft ales and beers. Add a dash of our unique Marston’s atmosphere and we have the ingredients to make every visit a fantastic experience for our customers. The same goes for our people and as one of our General Managers you’ll find a premium blend of challenge, security and career progression. And whenever you need support or guidance advice from your area manager, you’ll find their door is always open.

Come as you are. Personality counts for more than anything else here. We’ll accept you and celebrate you for being you. We can’t wait to see what we can make happen together. Marston’s could be the making of you.

Marston’s. Where people make pubs.