Start an exciting new chapter in your hospitality career at Hickory's Smokehouse - We are thrilled to have been recently crowned the ‘Best Pub Employer’ for 2025 at The Publican Awards!
We’re looking for a General Manager who can inspire & motivate a team with a strong focus on our guests. You’ll be responsible for upholding our culture & values, championing standards, and leading a team of over 100 to deliver an authentic, fresh-food-based BBQ menu in one of the busiest restaurants in town!
If you are a passionate Manager, with experience in training & running flagship restaurants and are looking for your next big step on the hospitality ladder, then we want to hear from you.
As the fastest-growing Southern-style smokehouse group in the UK, with our award-winning Hickory’s Training Academy, we offer amazing opportunities as we continue to expand. We also pride ourselves on a company culture that truly cares and embraces work-life balance. Apply now & we can tell you more about it!
Salary up to £50,000 per year plus over £5000+ per year tip jar
£250k bespoke-built kitchen with USA-imported smokers
Award-winning training & clear progression opportunities
Free team food on shift & a birthday meal on us – Huge BBQ menu with endless possibilities!
Christmas Day off
Paid time off for life’s big moments (weddings, first day at school, moving into your first home & more
25% team discount across Hickory’s (Rising to 50% with loyal service)
24/7 wellbeing support & a culture that truly values work–life balance
Road trips to the Southern States, Europe & UK and stacks of enrichment opportunities
A chance to ‘give a bit back’ with fundraising activities for Cash For Kids
Up to £1000 for you – through the refer a friend scheme
If that sounds good or you want to find out more? Click ‘apply’ now and you could be our next General Manager!