General Manager

Greene King; Market Harborough; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution

Career development across brands

Employee discounts 33% / 15%

Free employee assistance program

Maternity/paternity policies

Menopause Friendly Employer

Referral bonus up to £1,500

Wagestream access

Retail discounts

Job summary

Greene King is seeking a General Manager in the Market Harborough area to drive a welcoming, high-performing pub team and deliver memorable guest experiences. You’ll lead by example, recruit, develop, and manage operations with a focus on safety, brand standards, and local community engagement.

You’ll have the opportunity to advance within Greene King’s well-known brands, benefit from employee discounts, and access supportive programs designed to promote wellbeing and career growth.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and leadership to run a busy pub.
• Strong business acumen with P&L oversight.
• High attention to detail in day-to-day operations.
• Effective spoken and written English for safety and compliance.
• Experience in hospitality or retail roles is valued.

Responsibilities

• Grow pub sales with the business development manager and team.
• Lead by example to bring the brand to life through your team.
• Recruit and develop your team to ensure guests are delighted.
• Champion brand standards and ensure customer and team safety at all times.
• If not already licensed, obtain a personal license or be able to acquire one.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

P&L awareness

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Team recruitment

Job description

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.

Company Description

Cornerstone pubs sit at the heart of their neighbourhoods, and it's our people who make them special. Our teams create welcoming experiences, build lasting relationships with locals, and bring communities together through great hospitality. No two pubs are the same, but what unites our teams is a passion for making everyone feel welcome, delivering memorable moments, and serving great quality on every visit.

Additional Information

We’re all about rewarding our team’s hard work, that’s why…

You’ll 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!
• Enhanced, family-friendly maternity and paternity policies
• Menopause Friendly Employer
• 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 £1,500 for referring them!
• Wagestream – access your wage before payday for when life happens.
• Retail discounts – Receive up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive discounts with Three Mobile along with many more…

CREATING PLACES WHERE PEOPLE FEEL WELCOME, SAFE AND THAT THEY BELONG

We aim to embed inclusion into every decision we make – across our people, customers, communities, suppliers, and operations. We want to create a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and able to thrive.

Qualifications

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.
• Please be aware that if you are successful in this role you will need to either already have, or be able to acquire a personal license.

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.
• Sufficient spoken and written English to perform the role safely and understand allergen controls.