General Manager

Being a General Manager is demanding - but it's far more than just a job. Brimming with energy and ideas, you'll be able to lead from the front in a format-led brand environment where it matters most, and constantly look for new ways to delight guests and grow the business. As a General Manager, you'll:

• Care about finding, developing and engaging your team
• Be accountable for running all aspects of your pub
• Be passionate about doing the right thing for your people and your guests
• Think differently about driving sales, atmosphere and growth
• Create a buzz by delivering memorable experiences, Don't miss out on exclusive General Manager, Swadlincote opportunities! Register an account or log in to an existing one to subscribe/ manage your job alerts.
  
  Marston's is one of the UK's largest and most loved pub companies, operating more than 1,300 pubs, bars and hotels across the UK. We're now looking for a great General Manager to lead one of our Grandstand pubs - high-energy, sports-led venues built for atmosphere, great food and unforgettable moments.
Grandstand is coming to Derbyshire in February 2027! We don't just show sport, we live it With £250,000 being invested to create an exceptional sports-led experience, our Grandstand pubs are built for people who live and breathe live sport. Featuring huge screens, top-tier entertainment, great food and drink, and an unbeatable atmosphere, we don't just show sport, we live it. From matchdays to live music and major sporting occasions, Grandstand pubs bring local communities and fans together. These are fast-paced pubs where sport, food and drink come together to drive strong performance and local loyalty. We're looking for a commercially focused operator whose comfortable leading busy services, building energy through events and atmosphere, and delivering great guest experiences. Previous food experience is essential, with branded food experience a strong advantage. About the Pub The Catchems is a lovely community pub situated in Swadlincote, Derbyshire and is due to undergo a significant capex investment that will see the pub transform into our Grandstand format. Comprising of a split operation with one side of the pub currently designated as the bar for drinking trade and a dining area providing a strong, popular food offering., From local favourites to destination pubs, Marston's businesses serve great food alongside an industry-leading drinks range. Add the Grandstand format and you'll have the support and tools to build something special. Come as you are - personality matters here. Our people are what truly make our pubs great. Marston's. Where people make pubs. As part of our application process, we use Lily, an AI-powered interviewing assistant to support the early stages of screening. Lily helps us move quickly, keep things flexible for you, and create a more consistent candidate experience, but one thing you should know - all hiring decisions are still made by our people. Please note: Photos featured in our Grandstand advertisements may include images of previous Grandstand investments across the estate to illustrate the look and feel of a typical Grandstand conversion. Images used may not reflect the current setup of the specific site being advertised. All proposed investment is subject to final approval and formal sign-off in accordance with company governance and capital expenditure approval processes. What is Grandstand? Grandstand isn't just another place to work - it's a place where your passion for sport and hospitality comes to life. At our Grandstand pubs, every event is a big moment, broadcast on big screens and celebrated by a community that thrives on energy, teamwork, and a shared love of creating great experiences. What is Grandstand? Grandstand isn't just another place to work - it's a place where your passion for sport and hospitality comes to life. At our Grandstand pubs, every event is a big moment, broadcast on big screens and celebrated by a community that thrives on energy, teamwork, and a shared love of creating great experiences.

Currently trading at an average of £15,000 per week in net sales, The Catchems delights guests with Sky sports, pool and darts facilities and also boasts an outdoor seating area with TV and children's play area. This pub provides strong footfall and offers the perfect platform for a seasoned General Manager to optimise and lead through an exciting capex investment. Management accommodation is available in the form of a 2 bedroom flat. What you get from us You'll be joining an award-winning local pub company that puts people first, lives by people-led values, and offers real opportunities to advance your career - with genuine benefits that include:
• Additional earnings potential through bonus and incentive schemes
• Employer funded Private Medical Insurance
• Pension scheme with additional Life Assurance and Group Income Protection cover included
• Cheers Reward & Recognition Platform (earn points to spend for living and breathing our values & behaviours and access high street retailer discounts)
• Health screening discounts
• Long Service Awards
• Gym Discounts
• 24-hour GP helpline
• Mortgage advice and support
• On-site accommodation
• Award winning training and development, The benefits
Wellbeing As a responsible employer, we offer professional wellbeing support to our pub and pub support centre teams including support from the Licenced Trade Charity. Accommodation The majority of our pub General Manager roles include optional on-site accommodation. Award winning Named as one of the UK's Top 100 employers and #1 in the pub sector for 2025, in the Financial Times UK's Best Employers list. Bonus Our pub management, operations and sales roles offer performance related bonus schemes. For our support centre teams, we offer a discretionary company bonus scheme. Competitive salaries Opportunity to earn a great wage whilst having fun at work. Long service We reward loyalty with awards for key anniversary milestones. Food and drink Our privilege card gives our people 30% discount off food and drink in our pubs. As well as access to our £4.50 refuel at work meal deal whilst on shift. Pension scheme All our salaried roles offer membership to a company contributory pension scheme. Hourly paid roles offer auto enrolment schemes. Private healthcare Some of our roles offer access to a private healthcare scheme. High street discount An exciting range of high street, online discounts and cash back offers are available for all. Employee discount All of our employees receive a 30% discount on Marston's food and hotel stays. Training and development We're passionate about growing our own talent through an extensive apprenticeship offer, dedicated L&D teams, and award winning e-learning platforms.