General Manager

General Manager | Beaulieu | Full Time | Starting salary is £35,000 plus tips and bonus

Our client is an established family run pub group in The New Forest with 9 pubs across the area. You will be able to take plenty of pride in the role knowing that Country Inns has a reputation for some of the best food, drinks and service in The New Forest, this reputation has been built over the last 15 years.

Work somewhere where you will be able to achieve goals and success with the support of the management team. the employer is looking for someone to bring fresh ideas and new skills to help drive your team and business to success!

You will have experience of running a country pub and have the charisma and leadership to run this lovely forest pub.

Are you the right person for the job?

• You will have a passion for the Pub and the hospitality industry
• You are reliable with, excellent attendance and punctuality
• Excellent communication skills, and be able to lead and inspire a team within a demanding operation with rooms
• Strong people skills, being able to motivate and manage the whole team, front and back of house
• Excellent management and organisational skills
• Work well under pressure, showing leadership and management to drive the performance of the team
• Good attention to detail
• Strive to exceed targets and goals
• You will lead by example in everything you do
• You will recruit & develop your team to ensure they have the knowledge needed to delight customers
• You are available to work a varied week to include, weekends, evenings and public holidays

What will your role look like?

• Overseeing all Pub operations including front and back of house
• Lead the recruitment, training and development of the team
• Follow, train and uphold company procedures to ensure the highest standards of drink quality, food safety, licensing law, security and health and safety
• Think differently about new ways to increase sales and growth
• To supply cover when and where required due to holidays and sickness
• To operate within current targets and budget constraints set by the company
• To have an overview of costs and wages and create rotas that are best for the business and within budget
• To work alongside the housekeeping manager to ensure all rooms are of an excellent and consistent standard
• To monitor and manage all communication and social media, to include, emails, (url removed), Instagram, Facebook and more
• Ensure that health and safety standards are maintained, including fire risk audits
• Employ the “Best For Business” ethos, leading by example with a hands on approach to training and development
• Carry out kitchen inspections on a regular basis in line with EHO standards
• Oversee all ordering, keeping on top of stock, control, rotation and wastage
• To assist in the creation of new menus and creative ideas for special food days and weeks
• To motivate the team and drive the business forward, creating a sense of pride amongst the team

What can you expect in return?

• Excellent remuneration package, with fantastic tips paid in addition
• Substantial monthly bonus scheme
• Ongoing staff training and development to ensure you reach your potential
• Eligible employees benefit from a NEST pension scheme with an increased Employers contribution available
• Parking on/near site
• Staff discount in all outlets
• 28 days holiday per year which increases with time served
• The chance to join a well-established company
• To join a fantastic team
• To showcase your knowledge and skill set
• Job security
• High staff retention
• Training programme
• Family atmosphere
• Further progression opportunities

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