General Manager

McMullen & Sons Ltd; Stanway; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A notable pub chain in Stanway is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead their vibrant pub. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating engaging guest experiences, managing a strong team, and ensuring excellent service execution. Offering a competitive salary package up to £40K per annum with accommodation included. Ideal for a proactive individual eager to elevate the pub's profile through creativity and leadership. Experience in a similar role is essential.

Benefits

Salary up to £40K per annum

Accommodation in a 3 bedroomed flat

Bonus scheme

Company contributory pension scheme

Life Assurance

Family friendly policies

Team discount card

Qualifications

• Experience as a General Manager in a similar establishment is necessary.
• Proven track record in managing and developing a team.
• Thorough knowledge of food and health safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Create sales-driving activities and manage function room bookings.
• Engage guests through events and social media.
• Ensure top-notch execution of services offered.

Skills

Creative problem-solving

Financial management

Team leadership

Market understanding

Event planning

Job description

Chicken & Grill No. 12 – a McMullen’s pub since 2017 and the first pub anywhere to be named after William & Kate’s second child!

Location and Style

A purpose-built pub oozing character, boasting a defined bar area for those just wanting a locally crafted beer, cocktail or glass of wine, with a spacious yet comfy restaurant so that all the family can enjoy one of our specialities which include freshly spit-roasted chicken followed by a hand-made ice cream sundae. There’s a huge patio to enjoy when the sun shines which make this pub a perfect stop off on a trip to the local retail park all year round.

The ideal candidate will be a creative, energetic problem solver who wants to make this pub stand out by putting their own stamp on the business, developing a strong team, engaging guests through events and social media but most of all focussing on the basics to ensure we deliver the best experience.

Key General Manager Attributes

• Understanding the guests needs and responding to market demand
• Flawless execution of the offer
• Creation of sales driving activities that are concept relevant
• Maximising function room bookings
• Recruiting, coaching and guiding the team - to get the best out of them every day
• Engage team through regular meetings, incentives and social activity
• Being able to spot talent and develop individuals to reach their potential
• Financial management of the business to deliver profit growth
• Ability to plan sales and cost lines
• All aspects of licensing, food and health & safety compliance in line with the law

We can offer:

• Salary of up to £40K per annum live -in, dependant on experience
• Accommodation consists of a well-appointed 3 bedroomed flat
• Company contributory pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Bonus scheme
• Family friendly policies including enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Team discount card
• Support of experienced Operations Manager & people focused company

Due to the sales volume of this site, it is not a first time GM appointment

Accommodation

• The manager’s accommodation consists of a well-appointed 3 bedroomed flat