Are you an experienced, community-focused hospitality leader? The Wheelwrights Arms in St Nicholas Hurst (RG10 0TR) is seeking a dynamic General Manager. Spearhead a vibrant, award-winning Wadworth pub—famous for its stunning beer garden, dog-friendly ethos, and bustling local events—and lead a dedicated team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
The Role
As the General Manager, you will be the heart and soul of this historic 19th-century village pub. You will oversee all daily operations, including a busy seasonal food trade, live music events and community activities. Your primary goal is to maintain our stellar reputation as a welcoming hub for all.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Team Building: Recruit, train, and inspire a passionate front-of-house and kitchen team to deliver top-tier customer service.
- Commercial Performance: Drive sales and manage profit and loss while maintaining the highest operational and food safety standards.
- Community & Events: Champion local engagement by hosting regular pub activities for the community.
- Remarkable Guest Experiences: Create a warm, "home-from-home" atmosphere for every guest and their four-legged friends.
What We Are Looking For:
- Proven experience in hospitality management, ideally as a General Manager or a strong Deputy Manager looking to step up.
- A natural host with excellent communication skills and a deep passion for great food and premium ales.
- Strong business acumen, with the ability to manage stock, rotas, and marketing.
- A real "people person" who thrives in a dog-friendly, community-centric environment.
What We Offer:
- 33 days annual leave per year
- Performance based bonus structure.
- Life Assurance
- Private Medical Insurance
- Company Pension
- Enhanced Parental Leave
- A supportive, family oriented network as part of the Wadworth family.
- Opportunities for continued career development and training.
- A fantastic, character filled pub to call your own, situated right by Dinton Pastures Country Park.
Pay: £45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person
