General Manager

The Three Guineas, Reading Station; Reading; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GM bonus up to 100%

Food and drink discount 25%+

Hotel stays discount

My Fuller’s benefits platform

Healthcare cash plan

Induction and training

Wagestream access

Job summary

The Three Guineas, Reading, is seeking an experienced General Manager to maximise the potential of this iconic transport hub pub. This Live Out role offers a 40-hour week over 5 days, with a General Manager bonus up to 100% of salary and a range of Fuller’s benefits.

You will lead the team, drive guest satisfaction, and contribute to a collaborative, high-energy environment at Reading Station.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership to drive performance and culture.
• Commercially minded with a focus on profitability and guest experience.
• Excellent communication and people management capabilities.
• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Customer-focused with a passion for great service and fresh food.

Responsibilities

• Maximise the potential of The Three Guineas and grow the pub’s reputation.
• Lead and develop the team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Drive commercial performance through effective cost controls and menus.
• Create a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere aligned with Fuller’s values.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

People management

Decision making

Job description

General Manager Vacancy
The Three Guineas, Reading
Up to £55,000 plus bonus and great benefits - Live Out
Join Fuller’s: Where the true you thrives and diversity is embraced. At Fuller’s we don't just offer jobs, we invite you to celebrate your authentic self. Our four core values – doing things the right way, being part of the family, celebrating individuality and always asking what's next? – define the essence of who we are.

The Three Guineas is a beautiful Grade II listed pub situated alongside the vibrant atmosphere of Reading train station. The pub features a spacious ground floor and bar area, ideal for a quick drink, lunch with friends or a relaxed visit. In the basement, The Firefly provides a versatile events space suitable for a wide range of occasions. Externally, the pub benefits from a substantial garden, which is due to receive a transformational garden scheme this financial year.

Our customer base is a diverse mix of commuters, office and retail workers, local residents, city-centre visitors, sports fans and festival guests.

We are seeking an experienced General Manager who can maximise the potential of this business and continue to build The Three Guineas’ reputation as an iconic transport hub pub.

We welcome applications from experienced General Managers for this outstanding opportunity.

This is a Live Out position.

What we can offer you:

• Our General Manager contracts are 40 hour a week over 5 days, business needs can influence this but we never celebrate working too many hours!!
• GM bonus is up to 100% of your salary
• An exciting variety of career paths: Explore a wide range of roles and career paths across our pubs and hotels.
• Supportive environment: We put people first and strive for a collaborative and trusting atmosphere where everyone is valued.
• Continuous growth: Engage in learning and development programs to fuel your personal and professional growth.
• 25% discount on food and drink, across all our pubs and hotels for you and your friends and family. Increasing to 30% after one year, 35% after three years and 40% after five years.
• Discounted hotel stays at hotels in the Fuller’s Family
• Access to ‘My Fuller’s’ – our online benefits platform where you can make savings at 100s of retailers and access discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets and much more.
• Healthcare Cash Plan – you will have access to a 24-hour GP service and the ability to claim your money back for dentist and eyecare appointments.
• Full induction and training
• The option to receive up to 35% of your earnings as you earn them with Wagestream. This means you won’t always need to wait until payday.

What we look for in a General Manager:

• Pride in being the driving force behind the success of the business.
• Someone who can motivate and support the team as well as create a special atmosphere for customers.
• A commercially minded individual.
• A confident manager with great decision-making skills.
• Ability to take ownership of problems.
• Great communication skills
• Passion for fresh food, great wines, and engaging service.