General Manager (live in available)

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

Job summary

A leading pub company in Uckfield is seeking a General Manager to lead a team and enhance customer experiences. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hospitality and attention to detail. This full-time role offers competitive salary and career advancement opportunities. Join a community-focused environment where you can make a difference and grow the business.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension contribution

Employee discounts

Career training and development

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Previous success at General Manager level is desirable.
• Fast-paced background in hospitality, retail or similar is essential.

Responsibilities

• Grow pub sales with the management team.
• Deliver amazing experiences for customers.
• Recruit and develop your team to delight customers.
• Ensure brand standards and safety.

Skills

High standards and attention to detail

Excellent communication and leadership skills

Business savvy with P&L control

Embrace individuality and care for others

Ability to learn and adapt

Job description

General Manager

As General Manager, you’ll have the freedom to build 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 and make sure 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 around them, 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.

What You’ll Do

• 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.
• Recruit and develop your team to ensure they have the knowledge needed to delight our customers.
• Be a champion of brand standards and ensure customer and team safety at all times.
• Be able to acquire or already hold 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.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Business savvy, with a keen eye for P&L control.
• Embrace individuality and care for others, your pub and the environment.
• Previous success at General Manager level is desirable; a fast-paced background in hospitality, retail or similar is essential.
• Keen to learn and happiest when you succeed at something new.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and pension contribution.
• Opportunity to further your career across our well-known brands, with training and development at each level.
• Discount of 33% for you and 15% for loved ones on all brands.
• Free employee assistance program – mental health, well-being, financial and legal support.
• Discount of 50% for you and 25% for loved ones at Greene King inns and hotels.
• Referral bonus up to £1,500 for each friend placed.
• Wagestream – access your wage before payday.
• Retail discounts: up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive discounts with Three Mobile and many more.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Sales, General Business, and Management

Industries

Food and Beverage Services, Hospitality, and Retail