Assistant Manager

Welcome to the Duke of Wellington, a charming pub and restaurant in Essex! We pride ourselves on serving top-notch cask ales, delicious bar snacks, and mouthwatering food from morning till night. With a family-friendly atmosphere, free WiFi, and a beer garden, it's the perfect spot to relax and unwind. Our car park and coach-friendly facilities make visiting a breeze, while our disabled-friendly approach ensures everyone feels welcome. And yes, we're even dog-friendly! Let the little ones run wild in our outdoor play area while you enjoy a refreshing pint. Cheers to good times at the Duke of Wellington!

As Assistant Manager, you’ll be at the heart of our management team helping to ensure the smooth running of a busy pub. From the moment you step through the door, you lead by example making sure our Customers, and teams, have a great time. 

Join us at Greene King pubs, where we have always been the beacon for communities, wherever people want to come together. Our collection of community pubs are the heart and soul of the local area around them, helmed by a local hero and crewed by a team always ready with your favourite tipple. Our pubs embody the true meaning of a local pub, acting as a central hub where locals can enjoy one of our events, a feast of lovingly cooked food or a quick catch up with friends over a drink. 

We’re all about rewarding our team's hard work, that’s why… 

You’ll receive a competitive salary, pension contribution as well as: 

• The chance to further your career across our well-known brands – as one of the industry's top apprenticeship providers, we can provide training and development at each level of your career.   
• Discount of 33% for you and 15% for your loved ones on all of our brands – so you enjoy your favourite food and drink at a discount. 
• Free employee assistance program – mental health, well-being, financial, and legal support because you matter!  
• Discount of 50% for you and 25% for your loved ones at our Greene King Inns and hotels. – so you can enjoy a weekend away without breaking the bank. 

• Refer a friend – who do you know who could be interested in a new role? When they are placed, you could earn up to £1,000 for referring them! 
• Wage Stream – access your wage before payday for when life happens.  
• Retail discounts – receive up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive discounts with three mobile along with many more… 

What you'll do as an Assistant Manager...  

• Support the General Manager in the day to day running of the business and leading the business in their absence.   

• Bring our brand to life by leading the team in delivering amazing experiences for our customers  

• Act as a role model for the team support with training and development  

• Be a champion of brand standards & ensure customer & team safety at all times 

What you'll bring...  

• You'll be passionate about delivering amazing experiences for customers 

• You’ll be great with people, and as a result, have great communication and leadership skills making sure you get the best out of people 

• An ability to think on your feet and adapt to whatever challenges arise during a busy shift 

• A keen eye for every small detail and a desire to uphold high standards in all that you do 

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