Pub General Manager

We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Pub General Manager to lead the day-to-day operation of our busy, high-quality pub.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong hospitality operator who understands how to run a successful wet-led business while maintaining excellent food standards and customer experience.
Our business currently operates with approximately 70% drinks sales and 30% food sales, therefore we are looking for someone with a strong understanding of wet stock control, GP management, labour management, and revenue growth.
The successful candidate will take full ownership of the venue, leading the team, driving profitability, and ensuring the pub operates to the highest standards., Full operational management of the pub
Managing wet and dry GP performance
Stock control and stock take management
Labour scheduling and wage percentage control
Leading, training, and motivating the team
Driving sales and customer engagement
Maintaining high service and cleanliness standards
Managing compliance, licensing, and health & safety
Creating a welcoming and profitable environment

Has previous pub management experience
Is commercially aware and financially confident
Understands GP calculations and cost control
Has strong wet-led pub experience
Can lead from the front in a hands-on role
Is passionate about hospitality and customer service
Can motivate and develop a team
Understands how to grow sales and profitability
Desirable Experience
Personal Licence Holder
Experience with EPOS and stock systems
Experience running events and entertainment nights
About the role
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications:
Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2 and Level 3 (will be provided).
Fluent in spoken and written English.
Competent understanding of food hygiene regulations.
Experience:
A minimum of 2 years' experience in a fast-paced environment.
Knowledge of health and safety and compliance.
Personal Licence Holder
Experience with EPOS and stock systems
Experience running events and entertainment nights
Skills and Attributes:
A highly organized individual who thrives under pressure and can react quickly to situations using initiative.
Able to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage workload effectively.
An approachable individual with the ability to work as part of a team
Willingness to learn new skills and ways of working.
Innovative and inspiring approach with a keen eye for detail.
Flexible approach to working arrangements and an ability to align working hours with customer demand and workload.
Excellent communication skills, confident in conversing with customers and liaising with other team members.
Committed to delivering consistently high standards.

Lakeland Leisure Estates Ltd is a family-owned company with over 30 years' experience of developing and operating holiday parks with caravans, lodges and park homes for sale alongside a strong marine presence with over 1,000 berths on the inland waterways network. We currently operate sites across the UK including the Yorkshire Dales, Cheshire, Gloucestershire, Staffordshire, Essex and Conwy in Wales as well as a campsite on Spain's Costa Del Sol and a new apart hotel in Hoi An, Vietnam, a World Heritage Site.