up to £30,000 plus TRONC,tips,perks and benefits
Assistant Manager – The Wellington Arms,Stratfield Turgis
Are you an inspiring hospitality leader who thrives in a premium countryside setting?
At The Wellington Arms,a beautifully restored country pub,restaurant and boutique hotel set within the breathtaking 7,000‑acre Wellington Estate,we’re looking for a confident,people‑focused Assistant Manager to help guide our team and elevate every guest experience.
With 25 stylish bedrooms,exceptional dining,a vibrant bar,elegant private‑event spaces,and views across rolling Hampshire farmland,The Wellington Arms offers a unique blend of warmth,quality,and relaxed luxury. As Assistant Manager,you’ll help lead a busy,high‑performing site known for its seasonal menus,award‑winning hospitality,weddings,celebrations,and business stays.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
At The Wellington Arms,we believe great hospitality starts with a happy team. You’ll enjoy:
️ 50% Off Food & Drink – Across our restaurant,terrace,and bar
Fresh Meals on Shift – Enjoy locally sourced,seasonal dishes
Hotel Discounts – Stay in our boutique bedrooms on the Wellington Estate
Stunning Countryside Location – Minutes from Reading,Basingstoke and Hook,yet peaceful and scenic
Dog‑Friendly Culture – Some rooms welcome four‑legged guests
Event & Private Dining Savings – Including the elegant Waterloo Suite
Wellbeing Support – Financial,lifestyle,and mental‑health resources
️ Retail Discounts – Savings with major high‑street brands
Leadership Development – Pathways toward General Manager roles
Team Socials & Recognition Events – Because we value our people
What You Bring
✨ Hospitality leadership experience – Pubs,restaurants,hotels,or premium venues
✨ Guest‑first mindset – You naturally create warm,memorable experiences
✨ Strong commercial awareness – Understanding of KPIs,stock,labour & revenue
✨ Team development skills – Coaching,motivating,and building capability
✨ Operational confidence – Overseeing bar,restaurant,hotel & events
✨ Calm,solutions‑focused attitude – Steady during busy services
✨ High standards – For service,presentation,and guest satisfaction
What You’ll Do
Lead daily operations – Supporting a thriving pub‑restaurant‑hotel
️ Champion service excellence – Across breakfast,lunch,dinner & events
Support and motivate the team – Building a positive,high‑performing culture
Assist with rotas,planning & admin – Ensuring smooth,efficient running
Oversee weddings,events,and private dining – Delivering seamless experiences
Support the hotel operation – Ensuring 25 boutique rooms are guest‑ready
Step in for the General Manager – Confidently running the site in their absence
Protect the brand ethos – Relaxed luxury,local produce,warm Hampshire hospitality
Ready to Lead Something Exceptional?
If you’re passionate about hospitality,thrive in a premium countryside environment,and love building great teams,we’d love to welcome you as our Assistant Manager at The Wellington Arms,Stratfield Turgis.
We are proud to be an equal‑opportunities employer — everyone is welcome.
