General Manager - Manners - Bakewell

Robinson Brewery; Bakewell CP; Vor Ort; GBP 42.000 - 50.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Annual bonus up to £22,000

25% food, drink & accommodation across

50% off food during shifts

35 days annual leave

Company pension and life assurance

Private healthcare for you and family

Company sick pay

Personal development opportunities

Wellbeing and mental health support

Zusammenfassung

The Manners in Bakewell, part of Robinsons, seeks an exceptional General Manager to lead the launch of a premier destination venue in the Peak District. You will build a strong team, deliver outstanding guest experiences, and drive commercial success from day one.

Live-in accommodation is available; 88 internal covers, 58 external covers and eight letting bedrooms form a vibrant, food-led operation in a historic setting. A competitive package accompanies the role.

Qualifikationen

• Experience as a General Manager in quality food-led hospitality.
• Proven ability to manage accommodation-led operations.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen.
• Experience opening or relaunching hospitality businesses.
• Excellent knowledge of Bakewell and the Peak District.

Aufgaben

• Lead the launch and ongoing success of The Manners following its refurbishment.
• Drive revenue and profitability across a high-volume pub and dining operation, outdoor trading space and eight letting bedrooms.
• Build, coach and inspire a high-performing team.
• Create a welcoming environment for locals and visitors.
• Establish strong links within the Bakewell and Peak District community.
• Deliver outstanding food, drink and accommodation standards.
• Achieve ambitious financial and operational targets.
• Grow The Manners into one of the region's leading hospitality destinations.

Kenntnisse

GM experience

Accommodation ops

Commercial acumen

Leadership

Community links

Jobbeschreibung

Lead the next chapter of an iconic Peak District destination

This is not just another General Manager role.

The Manners in Bakewell is set to become the newest addition to the Robinsons managed estate following an extensive refurbishment and investment programme that will transform this historic venue into one of the area's premier hospitality destinations.

Located in the heart of the Peak District's most visited market town, The Manners will combine a vibrant pub and dining experience with 88 internal covers, 58 external covers, and eight beautifully refurbished letting bedrooms, creating a true destination venue for both locals and visitors alike.

We're looking for an exceptional General Manager to lead this exciting new chapter. Someone who can build a great team, establish The Manners as a must-visit destination, and become a visible figure within the local community.

What's in it for you?

Competitive salary of £42,000 - £50,000

• Annual bonus scheme with the opportunity to earn up to £22,000 per year
• 25% discount on food, drink and accommodation across the Robinsons estate
• 50% off food during shifts
• Exclusive discounts at over 800 retailers
• 35 days annual leave
• Company pension scheme including life assurance
• Private healthcare scheme for you and your family
• Company sick pay
• Ongoing personal development and career progression opportunities
• Employee wellbeing and mental health support programmes

Quality live-in accommodation available, including:

• Two bedrooms
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Spacious living and dining area

About You

You're an experienced hospitality leader who thrives on creating memorable guest experiences whilst delivering outstanding commercial results.

Most importantly, you'll understand Bakewell, the Peak District and the local hospitality market. You'll know what attracts visitors to the area, how to engage with the local community, and how to position The Manners as a destination venue for both tourists and residents alike.

You’ll bring:

• Proven experience as a General Manager within a quality food-led hospitality business
• Strong experience managing accommodation-led operations
• Excellent commercial and financial acumen
• Experience opening, relaunching or developing hospitality businesses
• Strong knowledge of Bakewell, the Peak District and the surrounding visitor economy
• The ability to build relationships within the local community and tourism network
• Outstanding leadership skills with a track record of developing high-performing teams

The Role

As General Manager, you'll have the unique opportunity to shape the future of The Manners from day one.

Leading from the front, you'll be responsible for creating an exceptional guest experience, building a strong local reputation, and maximising the potential of this significant investment.

Working closely with the Robinsons support teams, you'll have the autonomy to run the business as if it were your own while benefiting from the backing of one of the UK's most respected family brewers.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the launch and ongoing success of The Manners following its refurbishment
• Driving revenue and profitability across a high-volume pub and dining operation, outdoor trading space and eight letting bedrooms.
• Building, coaching and inspiring a high-performing team
• Creating a welcoming environment for both locals and visitors
• Establishing strong links within the Bakewell and Peak District community
• Delivering outstanding food, drink and accommodation standards
• Achieving ambitious financial and operational targets
• Growing The Manners into one of the region's leading hospitality destinations

Why Join Robinsons?

At Robinsons, we believe our pubs are at the heart of their communities. We invest in great people, give our managers the freedom to make decisions, and provide the support needed to build successful, thriving businesses.

This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a flagship new opening in one of the UK's most popular tourist destinations and leave your mark on an exciting new chapter in the Robinsons story.

If you're an ambitious hospitality leader with a passion for great pubs, exceptional service, and the Peak District, we'd love to hear from you.