General Manager

Company: Marstons
Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Job Ref.: 31975
Job Title: General Manager
Hours: Full time
Salary: Available on request
Date Posted: April 10, 2024
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We're looking for a General Manager for a wonderful food-led community pub. Salary up to £45K plus bonus and a generous benefits package. 

Marston’s is one of the UK’s largest and most beloved pub chains and today, we operate more than 1,300 pubs, bars and hotels. Now, we’re on the lookout for a great General Manager to take charge at the Eaton Farm in Long Eaton, and lead the team to success!
 
The Eaton Farm is a community carvery venue situated in long Eaton. Just a short 5 minute drive from the M1, the pub sits on the outskirts of Nottingham and is a few minutes from Derby centre.  The site currently averages around £30k in weekly sales with a 70/30 split towards food. Inside the Eaton Farm there are distinct zones for guests to enjoy, dining area with capacity for up to 180 covers and a separate bar area with pool table. Outside there is dining space for 80 covers, a lovely beer garden, and car park for customers.
 
We are looking for an experienced and engaging General Manager who is well versed in a high-volume food operation. Someone who is driven and keen to build networking relationships with the community, and local businesses. A savvy marketer, the successful General Manager will be able to continue to build on the Eaton Farms success. 
 
Live in accommodation available! This pub benefits from two separate flats, both are double bedroomed with private bathroom, kitchen and living area.

What you get

At Marston’s we’re one big family. We put our people first, which is why we offer real benefits including:

  • Additional earnings potential through bonus and incentive schemes
  • Access to a pension plan
  • On-site accommodation
  • Private healthcare
  • Award winning training and development
Marston’s is one of the UK’s largest and most beloved pub chains and today, we operate more than 1,300 pubs, bars and hotels. 

Have you got what it takes?


It’s true, being a Pub Manager is demanding but the people make it much more than just a job. Brimming with energy and ideas, you’ll add touches of your personality to your pub and think of new ways to delight and excite your customers. You’ll thrive off growing your business and have a ‘lead from the front’ mentality and passion for nurturing your team.

As a General Manager you’ll:

  • Care about finding, growing and engaging your team.
  • Be accountable for running all aspects of your pub.
  • Be passionate about doing the right thing for your staff and your customers.
  • Dream big and think differently about new ways to increase sales and growth.
  • Celebrate and create a buzz by sharing enjoyable experiences.


Are we right for you?


From cosy locals to pub-restaurants, our destination businesses serve up an award-winning selection of pub classics and innovative new dishes. What’s more, our impressive drinks portfolio combines well-known brands, like Estrella and Hobgoblin, with outstanding craft ales and beers. Add a dash of our unique Marston’s atmosphere and we have the ingredients to make every visit a fantastic experience for our customers. The same goes for our people and as one of our General Managers you’ll find a premium blend of challenge, security and career progression. And whenever you need support or guidance advice from your area manager, you’ll find their door is always open.