General Manager Designate

Premium Suburban Inns; Havant; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pub group is seeking a General Manager Designate to join their expanding family across Hampshire & Surrey. This unique opportunity blends leadership with flexibility, allowing you to oversee multiple properties while enjoying a variety of experiences. Ideal candidates will showcase strong hospitality skills and a commitment to excellence.

Benefits

Up to £40,000 per year + Tronc + Travel Expenses

40% off meals for you and up to 6 friends

20% off for friends & family at all Upham Inns

Lifestyle Card with exclusive discounts

Service awards and birthday gifts

Referral bonuses (up to £1,000 for chefs!)

Development pathways from apprenticeships to leadership

Qualifications

• Experience as a General Manager or seasoned Deputy ready to step up.
• Proven ability to drive sales and manage P&Ls.
• Clean driving license and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate teams to deliver unforgettable guest experiences.
• Manage operations, stock control, and safety checks across different pubs.
• Build community connections and enhance guest journeys.

Skills

Leadership

Sales Management

Flexibility

Team Development

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Ready for a New Challenge? Love Variety? Let’s Hit the
Road Together!

If you’re craving something fresh, love mixing it up in different locations,
and want to grow with a business that’s truly on the rise—this could be your
moment.

We’re on the hunt for a General Manager Designate to
join our growing pub family across Hampshire & Surrey. This isn’t just any
GM role—it’s the perfect blend of leadership, flexibility, and adventure.
You'll be stepping in to support multiple pubs, keeping standards high, teams
inspired, and guests coming back for more. Looking to have your own business to run within the next 12 months

What’s In It For
You?

• Up
  to £40,000 per year + Tronc + Travel Expenses
• Flexibility
  – Work across different pubs and enjoy variety in your weeks
• 40%
  off meals for you and up to 6 friends, plus discounts on hotel stays
• 20%
  off for friends & family at all Upham Inns
• Lifestyle
  Card – Over 5,000 exclusive discounts from high street to local gems
• Service
  awards, birthday gifts & referral bonuses (up to £1,000 for
  chefs!)
• Development
  pathways – From apprenticeships to senior leadership
• Be
  part of something growing – We’re expanding and want you to grow with
  us

What You’ll Need to Shine:

• A
  passionate hospitality pro - whether you're already a General Manager or a
  seasoned Deputy ready to step up
• Strong
  leadership with a hands-on, can-do spirit
• Proven
  ability to drive sales, manage P&Ls, and balance labour vs performance
• A
  natural with people—your team trusts you, your guests love you
• Flexibility
  to travel across our sites and adapt quickly to new environments
• A
  clean driving license and the right to work in the UK

Your Day-to-Day Will Include:

• Taking
  the reins at different pubs – Spending extended times in different pubs to
  shape your knowledge around how we operate, whilst bringing your skill and
  experience to help shape the future.
• Leading
  and motivating teams to deliver unforgettable guest experiences
• Building
  community connections and making every pub feel like home
• Owning
  everything from guest journey to safety checks, stock control, and team
  development
• Always
  leading by example - on the floor, in the kitchen, and behind the scenes

About Upham Inns

We’re a proudly independent family of premium pubs with
rooms, dotted across beautiful locations in Southern England. From cosy
countryside inns to exciting new brands like Harper’s Steakhouse, we
bring warm hospitality, fresh seasonal food, and a welcoming smile to
everything we do.

Come for the Challenge. Stay for the People. Grow with
the Brand.

We’re small enough to know your name, big enough to offer real opportunities.
So if you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, make a difference, and join a
business that cares, we’d love to hear from you.