Company Description
General Manager with Live in Accommodation
A very rare and unique opportunity has become available to recruit an experienced General Manager to lead The Garrick Inn in Stratford-Upon-Avon.
The Garrick Inn is a timber framed building dating back to the 1400’s. It has a rich history including plagues, fatal fires and priest holes, many former occupants still visit from ‘the other side’. Reputed to be the oldest pub in Stratford-Upon-Avon.
The ideal candidate will have experience in leading and managing both a food and drink led businesses, fast paced particularly through Spring and Summer, have experience in delivering investments and have the commercial acumen to drive incremental revenue through excellent operational standards, a high delivery of customer metrics and team engagement.
As General Manager, you’ll have the freedom to succeed to build a business to be proud of, whilst developing your team and creating a warm welcome for your customers. From the moment you step through the door, you’ll lead by example make 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. We boast a number of historic pubs that have seen hundreds of years of famous patrons passing through the doors, from Dickens drawing inspiration in the thick of Victorian London, to Frances Crick announcing the world-changing discovery of DNA. Our pubs are steeped in rich history but blend tradition with forward-thinking innovation, serving up pub classics made with care and delivering good, old-fashioned service.
Additional Information
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!
- Wagestream – 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…
Job Description
What you'll do as a General Manager...
Work with your business development manager and management team to grow pub sales
Lead by example in everything you do and bring our brand to life through your team in delivering amazing experiences for our customers
What you'll bring...
Very high standards and attention to detail in all aspects of the day-to-day running of a successful pub
You're great with people, and as a result, have great communication and leadership skills
You’ll be business savvy, with a keen eye for P&L control
You'll embrace individuality and care for others, your pub and the environment
Previous success at General Manager level is desirable; from a hospitality, retail or other fast paced background, and the right attitude and outlook is essential!
You're keen to learn and happiest when you succeed at something new
