General Manager Designate

Oakman Inns & Restaurants

Southampton
£40,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time
10 hours ago

Ready for a New Challenge? Love Variety? Let's Hit the Road Together!

Ready to step into something more meaningful than a standard GM role? We're looking for a General Manager Designate to join our collection of premium pubs-where everything is cooked from scratch, every detail matters, and every visit feels special. This is a role for someone who takes real pride in hospitality: creating atmosphere, building teams, and turning great pubs into destinations.

You'll work across our estate, supporting different pubs, strengthening teams, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. Most importantly, this role is designed to prepare you to take on your own pub within 12 months, if that's your ambition.

Our pubs are more than places to eat and drink-they're spaces people choose to spend time in. From the food on the plate to the music, lighting, and welcome at the door, you'll help shape environments that guests return to again and again.

What's In It For You?

Up to £40,000 per year + Tronc + Travel Expenses
Flexibility - Work across different pubs and enjoy variety in your weeks
40% off meals for you and up to 6 friends, plus discounts on hotel stays
20% off for friends & family at all Upham Inns
Lifestyle Card - Over 5,000 exclusive discounts from high street to local gems
Service awards, birthday gifts & referral bonuses (up to £1,000 for chefs!)
Development pathways - From apprenticeships to senior leadership
Be part of something growing - We're expanding and want you to grow with us

What You'll Need to Shine:

A passionate hospitality pro - whether you're already a General Manager or a seasoned Deputy ready to step up
Strong leadership with a hands-on, can-do spirit
Proven ability to drive sales, manage P&Ls, and balance labour vs performance
A natural with people-your team trusts you, your guests love you
Flexibility to travel across our sites and adapt quickly to new environments
A clean driving license and the right to work in the UK

Your Day-to-Day Will Include:

Taking the reins at different pubs - Spending extended times in different pubs to shape your knowledge around how we operate, whilst bringing your skill and experience to help shape the future.
Leading and motivating teams to deliver unforgettable guest experiences
Building community connections and making every pub feel like home
Owning everything from guest journey to safety checks, stock control, and team development
Always leading by example - on the floor, in the kitchen, and behind the scenes

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A passionate hospitality pro - whether you're already a General Manager or a seasoned Deputy ready to step up
Strong leadership with a hands-on, can-do spirit
Proven ability to drive sales, manage P&Ls, and balance labour vs performance
A natural with people-your team trusts you, your guests love you
Flexibility to travel across our sites and adapt quickly to new environments
A clean driving license and the right to work in the UK

Ready for a New Challenge? Love Variety? Let's Hit the Road Together!
Up to £40,000 per year + Tronc + Travel Expenses
Flexibility - Work across different pubs and enjoy variety in your weeks
40% off meals for you and up to 6 friends, plus discounts on hotel stays
20% off for friends & family at all Upham Inns
Lifestyle Card - Over 5,000 exclusive discounts from high street to local gems
Service awards, birthday gifts & referral bonuses (up to £1,000 for chefs!)
Development pathways - From apprenticeships to senior leadership
Be part of something growing - We're expanding and want you to grow with us, Taking the reins at different pubs - Spending extended times in different pubs to shape your knowledge around how we operate, whilst bringing your skill and experience to help shape the future.
Leading and motivating teams to deliver unforgettable guest experiences
Building community connections and making every pub feel like home
Owning everything from guest journey to safety checks, stock control, and team development
Always leading by example - on the floor, in the kitchen, and behind the scenes

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