General Manager

Greene King; Tring, Ringwood; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a General Manager, where you will lead a team to deliver exceptional customer experiences. You will have the autonomy to build a successful business while ensuring high standards in a welcoming environment. This role requires strong leadership and communication skills, along with a passion for hospitality. Enjoy competitive benefits, including discounts and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Pension Contributions

Career Development Opportunities

33% Discounts for Employees

50% Discount at Greene King Inns

Referral Bonus of up to £1,500

Access to Wagestream

Retail Discounts

Qualifications

• Previous success at General Manager level is desirable.
• Experience in hospitality, retail, or fast-paced environments is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example to ensure great experiences for customers and teams.
• Work with business development manager to grow pub sales.
• Recruit and develop your team.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Attention to Detail

Business Savvy

Education

Personal License

Job description

Company Description

We're called Venture Hotels for a reason: we're pioneers and thrive on originality. As Greene King's ventures arm, we're here to push boundaries, driven by a team that sees every day as an opportunity to go beyond the ordinary. The result: hotels with a unique sense of place that locals can feel proud of.

Job Description

As a General Manager, you'll have the freedom to succeed in building a business to be proud of, while developing your team and creating a warm welcome for your customers. From the moment you step through the door, you'll lead by example to ensure our customers and teams have a great experience.

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 exceptional experiences for our customers.
• Recruit and develop your team to ensure they have the knowledge needed to delight our customers.
• Champion brand standards and ensure customer and team safety at all times.
• Be aware that if successful in this role, you will need to 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.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a talent for working with people.
• Business savvy, with a keen eye for P&L control.
• An appreciation for individuality, and a caring attitude towards others, your pub, and the environment.
• Previous success at General Manager level is desirable; experience in hospitality, retail, or other fast-paced environments, with the right attitude and outlook, is essential.
• Keen to learn and motivated by new challenges.

Additional Information

We are committed to rewarding our team's hard work, which is why you'll receive a competitive salary, pension contributions, and additional benefits:

• Opportunities to further your career across our well-known brands, with training and development at every level.
• Discounts of 33% for you and 15% for your loved ones on all our brands, so you can enjoy your favorite food and drink at a discount.
• Free employee assistance program offering mental health, well-being, financial, and legal support.
• Discount of 50% for you and 25% for your loved ones at Greene King Inns and hotels, perfect for a weekend getaway.
• Referral bonus of up to £1,500 when you refer a friend who is successfully hired.
• Access to Wagestream to get your wages before payday when needed.
• Retail discounts of up to 30% at Superdrug, exclusive deals with Three Mobile, and more.