General Manager

Greene King; Verwood; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent community pub group in England is seeking a General Manager to lead their team and enhance customer experiences. In this role, you will be responsible for driving pub sales, recruiting, and developing your team to maintain high standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hospitality or retail, excellent communication skills, and a keen business sense. Competitive salary and benefits are provided, including substantial discounts on food and drinks.

Benefits

Competitive salary

33% discount for you and 15% for loved ones

Free employee assistance programme

50% discount at Greene King Inns

Wagestream – access your wage before payday

Retail discounts up to 30%

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a General Manager in hospitality or retail is desirable.
• Ability to recruit and develop a strong team.
• Strong financial acumen with P&L control.

Responsibilities

• Grow pub sales with the business development manager.
• Lead team to provide amazing customer experiences.
• Ensure brand standards and safety for customers and team.

Skills

High standards and attention to detail

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Business savvy

Job description

As General Manager, varieties have been described. You’ll have the freedom 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 and ensure our customers and teams have a great time.

Company Description

Join us at Greene King pubs, where we have always been the beacon for communities, wherever people want to come together. Our collection of community pubs are the heart and soul of the local area, helmed by a local hero and crewed by a team always ready with your favourite tipple. Our pubs embody the true meaning of a local pub, acting as a central hub where locals can enjoy one of our events, a feast of lovingly cooked food or a quick catch up with friends over a drink.

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 programme – mental health, well‑being, financial and legal support because you matter!
• 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 and many more.

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 and develop your team to ensure they have the knowledge needed to delight our customers.
• Be лабров champion of brand standards & ensure customer & team safety at all times.
• Please be aware that if you are successful in this warehouse you will need to either already have or be able to acquire a personal licence.

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.