Job post summary
Pay: £35,000.00-£42,000.00 per year
Job Description:
General Manager – The Fountain Inn, Ingbirchworth
(Between Barnsley & Penistone) OTE: £42,000 per year (Base salary: £35,000–£37,000 + bonus + gratuities) Full-time | Permanent | Immediate start available
The Fountain isn’t just a pub – it’s where our village comes together. From cosy Sunday roasts to bustling quiz nights, from lazy lunches to live music evenings, we’re proud to be a true community hub. With a brand-new Head Chef on board, we’re raising the bar with a modern gastro pub offering big flavours, fresh seasonal ingredients, and dishes worth shouting about (and Instagramming!).
Now, we’re looking for a General Manager to bring it all together – someone who can run a slick operation while also being the heart and soul of the pub.
What You’ll Get
· OTE of £42,000 (base salary £35k–£37k + bonus + gratuities).
· Support from an experienced central team in finance, marketing & operations.
· The chance to collaborate with a talented new Head Chef on menus and events.
· A loyal customer base and the opportunity to grow it even further.
· A fun, supportive team environment where no two days are the same.
About The Brook Group
The Fountain is part of The Brook Group, an independent hospitality business with over 30 years’ experience running pubs, restaurants, and venues across Yorkshire and beyond. We believe in quality, creativity, and hands-on leadership – and we back our managers to make their venues shine.
Benefits:
· 50% off food on shift
· Group wide discount
· Free on-site parking
What You’ll Be Doing
· Day-to-day leadership: Running the pub floor with confidence, charm, and a hands-on approach.
· Being the face of The Fountain: Building brilliant relationships with locals, welcoming new faces, and making sure every guest leaves happier than when they arrived.
· Food-led focus: Working closely with our Head Chef to shape menus, celebrate seasonal produce, and deliver food events (think steak nights, Sunday feasts, gala menus).
· Community & events: Creating and promoting a buzzing calendar of activities – live music, pub quizzes, themed nights, charity fundraisers, beer festivals, and more.
· Team leadership: Inspiring, training, and supporting a passionate front-of-house and bar team who care about what they do.
· Smooth operations: Managing stock, rotas, and compliance while keeping standards sky-high.
· Marketing & socials: Showcasing what we do best through creative local marketing and a lively online presence.
What We’re Looking For
· Experience running or supervising a busy pub, bar, or restaurant.
· A natural host with a people-first approach and a real love of hospitality.
· Confidence in both sides of the job: from managing profit & loss to pulling a perfect pint.
· Passion for quality food and drink, with ideas to elevate our gastro pub offering.
· Someone who thrives on building community, hosting events, and creating a place where everyone feels welcome.
· Organised, commercially savvy, and happy rolling up their sleeves to get stuck in.
Pay: £35,000.00-£42,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
