Run a Star Pub - Foresters Arms Aberdour - Aberdour

Star Pubs Leased & Tenancy; Burntisland; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group is seeking an experienced pub manager for the Foresters Arms in Burntisland, Scotland. The ideal candidate will have a significant background in pub management, with a vision for enhancing the food and drink offerings, coupled with a marketing strategy that drives customer engagement. The role includes managing a refurbishment project and ensuring operational excellence. Competitive annual rent and financial opportunities available.

Benefits

Refurbishment planned

Private accommodation

Potential for high turnover

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in high street hospitality businesses.
• A clear vision for food and drinks menu.
• Ability to create memorable customer experiences.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Foresters Arms pub and drive trade.
• Develop and execute marketing strategies.
• Oversee food and beverage offerings.

Skills

Pub management experience

Customer service

Marketing strategy development

Menu planning

Job description

Pub Overview

The Foresters Arms, Aberdour set in a scenic and historic village on the south coast of Fife, Scotland. What would you do with this pub to make it even more of a success?

The area:

The pub benefits from being one of two pubs found in an area of around 2,000 adults. The affluent customer base is made up of 25 and overs, with a large 40+ population.

The offer:

The Forester’s Arms is available on our foundation tenancy agreement.

Drinks:

The pub will offer an extensive range of drinks, including premium lagers, ciders, spirits, wines, some cocktails along with a great range of soft drinks and low & no options. This variety caters to everyone, from regulars enjoying beers to visitors seeking a more premium experience, ensuring the pub appeals to a broad audience.

Food:

The food offer will be a crowd pleaser menu, to be defined in more detail by the operator.

Coffee:

Coffee can be offered, attracting daytime visitors and non-drinkers, broadening the pub’s appeal.

Events:

The pub will offer live sports, music, and pub quizzes.

We’re always open to new ideas, what would you do to drive trade?

If you’ve benefited from running or owning a pub business, we’d love to hear what experience you can bring.

The right operator for the Forester’s Arms will have extensive experience in high street hospitality businesses. They will have a clear vision for their food & drinks menu, marketing strategy and entertainment offer and can create a memorable experience for their customers.

Features

• Investment Tenancy
• Refurbishment Planned
• Catering Kitchen
• Function Room
• Outdoor Trade
• Private Accommodation

Trading Area & Facilities

The Forester’s Arms will be undergoing a refurbishment which will cover the interior and exterior of the pub.

A full list of works and pub floor plan can be found in the ‘refurbishment details’ in the downloads.

• Main trading area with bar
• Separate dining room
• 30 internal covers
• 30 external covers
• Medium kitchen
• Function room
• HEINEKEN SmartDispense

Applicants should be aware that all refurbishments are subject to final board approval which will be determined as part of the leasing process.

Private Accommodation

Private accommodation consists of three bedrooms, a living room, kitchen and a bathroom.

Pub Financials

Estimated Total Ingoing Costs: £18,981

Estimated Minimum Ingoing Costs: £18,981

Annual Rent: £14,463

Estimated Annual Turnover: £208,801

Deposit: £3,616

Estimated Fixtures & Fittings Value: £7,865

Estimated Stock Valuation: £4,000

Estimated Working Capital: £3,500

The above figures are provided as a guide only and will be finalised as part of the commercial agreement. All figures quoted are exclusive of VAT.

Downloads

• Demographics Report
• Energy Performance Certificate
• Refurbishment Details