General Manager - Huntsman

J.W. Lees & Co.; Kirklees; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent bonus potential

Live in accommodation

Healthcare plan

Discount on food and drink

50% off on shift

Staff discounts (JW BenefitHub)

Wellbeing support

Career development

Parental leave policies

Discounted hotel stays

Job summary

The Huntsman Inn, a JW Lees pub with a 15-bedroom property in Holmfirth, near Huddersfield, is seeking a General Manager to lead operations and guest experiences.

You will build a strong local team, drive sales and profitability, and deliver memorable events in the Harden Hill Suite, while upholding Yorkshire hospitality and the JW Lees values. Live-in accommodation is available and a generous bonus scheme accompanies your leadership role.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service, food and drink focus with community building.
• Resilient leader who can coach a team and capitalize on opportunities.
• Experienced GM with track record hosting large events & functions.
• Passionate about guest experience and service quality.
• Able to drive sales and profit while engaging with the local community.
• Proven management skills and accountability for all areas of the business.

Responsibilities

• Lead a strong team to deliver outstanding guest experience.
• Drive sales and profitability while maintaining community ties.
• Oversee all pub, dining, events, and accommodation operations.

Skills

Customer service

Team leadership

Event management

Financial acumen

Operations management

Job description

We are looking for a General Manager to join us at JW Lees and take the helm at the Huntsman Inn in Holmfirth The Huntsman Inn is a superb 15-bedroom property located in Holmfirth, near Huddersfield and Manchester. With sweeping views of the Pennines, the venue caters for hearty dining in the pub, sunset drinks in the beer garden and destination events in the 150-person capacity Harden Hill Suite. Boasting an excellent condition of trade areas, as well as proper Yorkshire hospitality, The Huntsman Inn is well-positioned to thrive with the right leader.

• Someone passionate about customer service, food and drink, and building a community feel
• A resilient leader who can build and coach a strong team to capitalise on all opportunities
• An experienced General Manager with track record in hosting large events & functions, You'll be passionate about customer service & highly motivated
• Have the ability lead a committed team to deliver an outstanding guest experience
• Focus on driving sales and profit whilst making sure engagement with the local community is one of your key priorities
• Demonstrate excellent management skills
• Have a proven track record of delivering great quality service, food and drink through your teams
• Be accountable for managing all areas of the business whilst being given the opportunity to make those key business decisions

Proudly family owned and nearly 200 years old, JW Lees are the original modern, traditional brewer. With 150 pubs, inns and hotels across the North West and North Wales, we are passionate about great beer, fantastic food and memorable experiences.

We put people at the heart of our business, always doing the right thing and always sticking together. Our six values are at the heart of everything we do: Proud - Savvy - Honest - Passionate - Personal - Together

• Excellent bonus earning potential
• Live in accommodation available
• Healthcare Cash Plan giving you access to a 24-hour GP service and the ability to claim money back for dentist, eyecare and other medical appointments for you and your family
• 30% discount on food and drink across our pubs, inns and hotels for you and friends and family
• 50% off food when on shift
• Discounted stays in our hotels and inns
• Regular investment in our sites
• 24 hour confidential wellbeing support, plus counselling provided by the Licenced Trade Charity
• Great opportunities to grow in your role and progress your career with our internal and external development programmes
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption policies
• Access to JW BenefitHub, giving you access to a huge range of high street and online discounts