General Manager

Stonegate Pub Company; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

MiXR rewards card

Pay early via Stream

Stonegate Xtra portal

David Lloyd membership discount

Car leasing discounts

Refer A Friend incentive

Stonegate Hotels discount

Learning & Development

Job summary

Stonegate Group is seeking an experienced General Manager for Popworld Sheffield, a premier late-night venue in the city centre. You will lead a high-energy team, drive revenue, and ensure outstanding guest experiences across busy weekend periods and student events.

You will shape a warm, inclusive culture, develop staff careers, and deliver strong commercial results while upholding brand standards and compliance within a vibrant nightlife environment.

Qualifications

• GM experience in a high-volume late-night venue
• Proven ability to develop engaged teams
• Track record of delivering commercial success
• Passion for hospitality and guest experiences

Responsibilities

• Maximise business opportunities and deliver strong commercial results.
• Lead and develop a high-performing, engaged team in a busy late-night venue.
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences and maintain high standards.
• Coordinate events and manage student engagement with careful planning.

Skills

GM experience

People leadership

Hospitality knowledge

Job description

Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom, S1 4FS

Salary - Up to £42,000 per annum plus bonuses

About Us

Stonegate Group is the UK’s largest operator of pubs, bars, and late-night venues,including Slug & Lettuce, Be At One, and Popworld, to name a few. We’re proud of our diverse portfolio and deeply committed to creating an inclusive culture that embraces individuality in all its forms—including neurodiversity. By fostering an environment where everyone feels welcome, valued, and supported, we reflect the vibrant communities we serve and empower our people to thrive..

The Opportunity

Popworld Sheffield is one of the city's most loved late-night venues, known for its legendary party atmosphere, iconic pop anthems and packed dancefloor. Situated in the heart of Sheffield's vibrant nightlife, we attract a diverse mix of students, professionals, partygoers and celebration groups, creating an energetic, high-volume environment where no two nights are ever the same.

We're looking for an experienced General Manager who thrives in late-night hospitality and enjoys bringing people together to create exceptional experiences. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a business with huge potential, nurture a talented team and play an important role in the continued success of one of Sheffield's best-known nightlife destinations.

Sheffield is one of the UK's most exciting hospitality cities, with a thriving social scene, over 60,000 students and a growing professional community. From major sporting events and live music to festivals, Freshers' Week and packed weekends, the city provides endless opportunities to build guest loyalty, grow the business and make a real impact.

As General Manager, you'll create a culture where people feel valued, supported and able to be their best. You'll inspire your team to deliver brilliant service and an atmosphere that keeps guests coming back time and again. You'll be responsible for maximising business opportunities, delivering strong commercial results and ensuring Popworld remains the venue of choice for a great night out in Sheffield. Whether you're coordinating a high-profile student event, delivering a busy weekend or helping team members develop their careers, you'll bring warmth, positivity and a people-focused approach to everything you do.

About You

We're looking for someone with General Manager experience in a high-volume late-night venue and a proven track record of developing engaged teams, delivering commercial success and maintaining high standards. Most importantly, you'll be passionate about hospitality, enjoy helping others succeed and understand how to create memorable experiences that guests love to share.

If you're looking for an opportunity to shape a successful business, support a fantastic team and continue developing your career within a vibrant and rewarding environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Please Note:

To be eligible to apply, youMUSThold a valid Personal Licence.

What makes Stonegate a great place to work?

At Stonegate, we believe that when you feel your best, you do your best. That’s why we’re committed to supporting the health, happiness, and overall wellbeing of every team member. From lifestyle perks and flexible support to mental health resources, our benefits are designed to help you thrive, both in and out of work.

• Bonus Scheme
• Access to discounted Private Medical Insurance through Vitality
• Exclusive discounts on Dental Insurance
• Reward Card via the MiXR app, giving you and your friends 25% off food and drinks as well as VIP entry across our Managed Estate
• Access to your pay early via Stream
• The Stonegate Xtra portal with access to a wide range of high street discounts and offers
• Discounted access to David Lloyd membership
• Additional discounts for personal car leasing
• Up to £1000 “Refer A Friend” incentive
• Additional discount at Stonegate Hotels
• Award winning Learning & Development programmes to drive your career

If you have a disability as outlined by the Equality Act 2010 and require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please let us know in advance so that any support, aids or adaptations can be put in place to assist you. Please contact [e-mail]