General Manager

Wells and Co.; Hatching Green; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic General Manager to lead their vibrant pub and restaurant. This role offers the opportunity to manage a stylish venue known for its excellent food and craft beers, while also providing boutique accommodations. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining high operational standards, driving sales, and fostering a motivated team culture. With a competitive salary and a fun workplace atmosphere, this position is perfect for someone passionate about hospitality and eager to make a significant impact in a thriving environment.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Private Healthcare

Life assurance

Pension

Retail & beer discounts

Qualifications

• Previous experience in General Management, ideally in a gastro or high-quality food environment.
• Strong operational and financial management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage pub operations to maintain high standards in food and drink delivery.
• Lead and motivate the team while ensuring excellent guest care.

Skills

General Management

Operational Skills

Financial Management

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Job description

The Old Cock Inn is a delightful pub & restaurant in the heart of Harpenden, offering guests the added benefit of six boutique bedrooms. We have a stylish and cosy restaurant, a relaxed and informal bar area with a roaring log fire for the colder months, and our lovely terrace garden at the back. We’re what you might call a ‘proper pub’ serving a selection of real ales and craft beers, alongside an extensive wine, gin and spirit list.

Position:

• Overall management of the pub, maintaining front and back of house standards to drive excellence in food and drink delivery
• Ensuring guests are cared for to the highest standards and expectations exceeded
• Delivering against key measures of sales, profit, and team retention whilst having fun along the way!
• Conduct regular stock control and compare to usage reports including waste records to identify opportunities for tighter control
• Create and maintain a motivated team with excellent standards identifying talent and ensuring succession
• Regular employee appraisals and implementation of performance management
  
  

Requirements:

Energetic and vibrant, as General Manager you will be the face of our businesses and have a natural flair for hospitality and the ability to motivate and lead a team through your passion, standards and commitment.

• Previous General Management experience, ideally gained in a gastro/ high quality fresh food environment
• Excellent operational skills as well as a solid base of back office management
• Full financial understanding, and be able to react to the ever-changing needs of the business
• The ability to lead from the front and develop & train the team where required
• A result driven and ambitious individual excited at the opportunity to grow your business
• A passion for the industry and the challenges that come with it
• Energy and motivation to successfully lead and inspire your team
  
  

Other information:

In return, we will provide you with a great package including:

• Basic to £50,000 + bonus
• 28 days holiday
• Private Healthcare
• Life assurance
• Pension
• Retail & beer discounts
• Fun culture in a unique workplace
  
  

Passion and energy will be key – in return you will be given autonomy and ownership to take this business to new heights and the successful General Manager will have an opportunity to really stamp their own personality onto the operation.