Pub Assistant Manager

Craft Locals; England; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An independent hospitality group is seeking an Assistant Manager for the Grand Junction Arms in Hertfordshire. You will welcome guests, train the team, and support management in running the pub. Ideal candidates have experience in a pub or restaurant, with a passion for food and hospitality. This role offers competitive pay, a performance-related bonus, and a clear career progression path within the company.

Benefits

50% off food & drinks

28 days holiday

Performance-related bonus

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality management.
• Confident in leading a team and responsible decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming guests and ensuring outstanding service.
• Training, motivating, and onboarding team members.
• Supporting the GM in running the venue.
• Creating a brilliant atmosphere for guests.
• Managing busy shifts and delivering events.

Skills

Proven experience as an AM or Supervisor in a quality pub or restaurant

Ability to lead a team

High standards and attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Commercial awareness

Social media awareness

Job description

Description

£13.50–£14.50 per hour (equivalent to £31,000–£33,200 per year) + bonus + share of card tips

What’s in it for you

• Pay : £13.50–£14.50 / hr (equivalent to £31,000–£33,200 / year)
• Bonus : Performance-related bonus
• Tips : Share of card tips(approx £3000 - £5000 per year)
• Perks : 50% off food & 20% off drinks across the group, 28 days holiday, sharers, socials, staff discount
• Training : Weekly supplier sessions, WSET opportunities, brewery visits, leadership development
• Career path : Clear progression into Deputy Manager or GM roles as we grow
• Autonomy : The freedom to contribute ideas and influence the way the pub runs

About us

Passion and love for hospitality is what we’re looking for in our next Assistant Manager.

Tucked away by the canal at Bulbourne, just outside Tring, the Grand Junction Arms is a destination for those who love proper pubs. Whether you’re arriving from the Chiltern Hills, cycling along the towpath, or making the short trip from London by train, you’ll always find a warm welcome.

With vast gardens, outdoor bars and plenty of space to enjoy long summer days by the water, the Grand Junction is made for big gatherings and lazy afternoons. Inside, you’ll discover a buzzing pub atmosphere, with a great range of craft beers, cask ales, premium spirits and a carefully chosen wine list.

Our kitchen serves fresh, seasonal menus built around traditional pub favourites, elevated with local produce and contemporary touches. Every dish is cooked to order, with daily specials and sharers designed for lively tables.

As one of Hertfordshire’s best-kept secrets, the Grand Junction Arms combines the character of a classic canalside inn with the energy of a modern, food-led pub. Whether you’re here for a weekend feast, a pint in the garden or one of our summer events, it’s a place to eat, drink and make memories.

This is a rare opportunity to be part of a flagship pub and grow with a small but ambitious independent group.

What you’ll be doing

• Welcoming guests and ensuring outstanding service
• Training, motivating and onboarding team members
• Supporting the GM in running the venue, including stock, rotas and systems
• Creating a brilliant atmosphere for guests
• Delivering events and managing busy shifts
• Working closely with the Head Chef to champion a fresh food offer
• Helping drive sales, manage costs and influence the P&L

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience as an AM or Supervisor in a quality pub or restaurant
• A people person who loves leading a team
• High standards, eye for detail and passion for food, beer and hospitality
• Strong communication skills and confidence in taking responsibility in the GM’s absence
• Commercial awareness and an interest in how great service translates into profit
• Social media awareness to help showcase the pub and events

This is your chance to be part of one of Hertfordshire’s most exciting pub reopenings and build your career with a growing independent group.

Apply today and make your mark at the Grand Junction Arms.