General Manager

Greene King; Northampton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in accommodation

Pension contributions

Staff training & development

Staff discount 33%

Job summary

Greene King is seeking an experienced General Manager for a Flaming Grill pub. You’ll lead daily operations, drive sales, and create a warm, welcoming atmosphere for customers while developing a strong team. The role offers live-in accommodation and the chance to grow across Greene King brands.

You’ll bring leadership, P&L discipline, and exceptional people management to deliver outstanding guest experiences and maintain brand standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as a General Manager in hospitality is desirable.
• Excellent leadership, communication and people-management skills.
• Strong business sense with P&L control.
• Ability to recruit and develop a high-performing team.
• Must be able to obtain a personal license.

Responsibilities

• Grow pub sales with your management team.
• Lead by example and bring the brand to life through your team.
• Recruit and develop your staff to deliver great customer experiences.
• Ensure brand standards and safety for customers and staff.
• Possess or obtain a Personal Licence if required.

Skills

Leadership

People management

P&L management

Communication

Job description

Having undergone an investment last year the WhiteHills is the perfect opportunity for an established General Manager looking for their next long term career opportunity. This site also has generously sized live in accommodation. 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
Join us at Flaming Grill, where we’re famous for flame grilled food and sizzling skillets. We’re all about creating a lively atmosphere in our pubs, providing the perfect setting for our customers to enjoy the action of a game with a great choice of drinks.
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.