General Manager, Bradford

Marston's PLC; Bradford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pub chain is seeking a General Manager for a community-led pub in Bradford. You will lead a dedicated team, drive sales growth, and create a welcoming atmosphere while enjoying a salary up to £43k plus bonus and generous benefits.

Benefits

Bonus and incentive schemes

Access to a pension plan

On-site accommodation

Private healthcare

Award-winning training and development

Qualifications

• Experience in pub or restaurant management.
• Ability to engage and develop a team.
• Proven track record in sales growth and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of pub management.
• Recruit and develop the pub team.
• Create a lively atmosphere and increase sales.

Skills

Team Management

Sales Growth

Customer Engagement

Job description

We're looking for a General Manager for a two-door format, community-led pub in Bradford. Salary up to £43k plus bonus and a generous benefits package.

Marston’s is one of the UK’s largest and most beloved pub chains, operating more than 1,300 pubs, bars, and hotels. We’re seeking a great General Manager to lead the team at the Flying Squirrel in Bradford to success!

What you get

At Marston’s, we’re one big family. We put our people first, offering benefits including:

• Bonus and incentive schemes for additional earnings
• Access to a pension plan
• On-site accommodation
• Private healthcare
• Award-winning training and development

About the pub

The Flying Squirrel was refurbished in April 2025 with a £300k investment, converting it into our exciting new two-door pub concept, offering family-friendly dining or a community wet-driven pub with sports and games. Located near Bradford city centre on a busy retail park, with good links to M62 and M606 motorways, it features a traditional community pub food menu, Sky Sports, TNT Sports, darts, pool, and an interactive media system for events like bingo, karaoke, quizzes, and entertainment.

Current weekly sales average £16k, split 50/50 between wet and food. There’s significant potential to increase sales by enhancing family dining and attracting sports fans during football season. Outside, there are two drinking and dining areas, including a patio and garden, plus a large shared car park with free guest parking.

Management accommodation includes three double bedrooms, a kitchen, bathroom, and lounge.

Have you got what it takes?

Being a Pub Manager is demanding but rewarding. You’ll bring energy, ideas, and personality to delight customers, grow the business, and nurture your team with a lead-from-the-front mentality.

As a General Manager, you’ll:

• Care about recruiting, developing, and engaging your team
• Be responsible for all aspects of pub management
• Prioritize doing the right thing for staff and customers
• Think creatively about increasing sales and growth
• Create a lively, enjoyable atmosphere for customers

Are we right for you?

We serve a range of pubs from cozy locals to pub-restaurants, offering award-winning classics and innovative dishes. Our drinks portfolio includes well-known brands like Estrella and Hobgoblin, as well as craft ales. As a General Manager, you’ll enjoy a mix of challenge, security, and career progression, with support from your area manager whenever needed.