Pub General Manager

SeeMeHired; Roydon; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

SeeMeHired is seeking an experienced Pub General Manager to guide the daily operation of a busy wet-led pub, maintaining top food standards and guest experience. You will own the venue, lead the team, and drive profitability while ensuring exceptional service.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in fast-paced pubs, with strong GP cost control, EPOS familiarity, and a passion for hospitality and customer engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a fast-paced pub environment.
• Strong GP calculations and cost control.
• Fluent in English; excellent communication.
• Proven ability to drive sales and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Full operational management of the pub.
• Managing wet and dry GP performance.
• Stock control and stock take management.
• Labour scheduling and wage percentage control.
• Leading, training, and motivating the team.
• Driving sales and customer engagement.
• Maintaining high service and cleanliness standards.
• Managing compliance, licensing, and health & safety.
• Creating a welcoming and profitable environment.

Skills

Wet stock control

GP management

Labour management

Revenue growth

Team leadership

Customer experience

Communication

Hands-on leadership

Education

Personal Licence Holder

Tools

EPOS systems

Stock systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Pub General Manager to lead the day-to-day operation of our busy, high-quality pub. This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong hospitality operator who understands how to run a successful wet-led business while maintaining excellent food standards and customer experience. Our business currently operates with approximately 70% drinks sales and 30% food sales, therefore we are looking for someone with a strong understanding of wet stock control, GP management, labour management, and revenue growth. The successful candidate will take full ownership of the venue, leading the team, driving profitability, and ensuring the pub operates to the highest standards.,

• Full operational management of the pub
• Managing wet and dry GP performance
• Stock control and stock take management
• Labour scheduling and wage percentage control
• Leading, training, and motivating the team
• Driving sales and customer engagement
• Maintaining high service and cleanliness standards
• Managing compliance, licensing, and health & safety
• Creating a welcoming and profitable environment
  Has previous pub management experience
• Is commercially aware and financially confident
• Understands GP calculations and cost control
• Has strong wet-led pub experience
• Can lead from the front in a hands-on role
• Is passionate about hospitality and customer service
• Can motivate and develop a team
• Understands how to grow sales and profitability

Desirable Experience

• Personal Licence Holder
• Experience with EPOS and stock systems
• Experience running events and entertainment nights, Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2 and Level 3 (will be provided).
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Competent understanding of food hygiene regulations., A minimum of 2 years' experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of health and safety and compliance.
• Personal Licence Holder
• Experience with EPOS and stock systems
• Experience running events and entertainment nights, A highly organized individual who thrives under pressure and can react quickly to situations using initiative.
• Able to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage workload effectively.
• An approachable individual with the ability to work as part of a team
• Willingness to learn new skills and ways of working.
• Innovative and inspiring approach with a keen eye for detail.
• Flexible approach to working arrangements and an ability to align working hours with customer demand and workload.
• Excellent communication skills, confident in conversing with customers and liaising with other team members.
• Committed to delivering consistently high standards.