BlueBell Inn
We're looking for a General Manager for a Salary up to £X 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 Blue Bell Inn near Wath-Upon-Dearne and lead the team to success!
What you get from us: You’ll be joining an award-winning local pub company that puts people first, lives by people-led values, and offers real opportunities to advance your career - with genuine benefits that include:
- Additional earnings potential through bonus and incentive schemes
- Employer funded Private Medical Insurance
- Pension scheme with additional Life Assurance and Group Income Protection cover included
- Cheers Reward & Recognition Platform (earn points to spend for living and breathing our values and behaviours and access high street retailer discounts)
- Health Screening Discounts
- Long Service Awards
- Gym Discounts
- 24-hour GP helpline
- Mortgage Advice and support
- On-site accommodation
- Award winning training and development
About the pub
One of our 2 Door capex developments, the Blue Bell reopened in November 2025 and is built to deliver two distinct guest experiences under one roof. The main family-friendly area offers plenty of space for relaxed dining and drinking, while the dedicated sports side creates a more energetic atmosphere for live sport and social occasions.
The layout is a real strength of the business. Both sides are served efficiently from one central bar, giving the team flexibility and pace during busy trading periods. The sports area features six TVs, including an 85-inch screen, with Sky and TNT Sports helping to drive regular footfall and strong matchday appeal. The Bluebell is currently taking around £37,000 per week on an even 50/50 split, and with the recent investment now bedding in, there is a strong platform to grow further through major sporting moments, the new football season and a well-planned calendar of events.
We’re looking for an experienced, commercially minded General Manager who can lead from the front in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. You’ll be confident driving both food and sport, building a brilliant guest experience across both sides of the business and creating the kind of atmosphere that keeps people coming back. This is a great opportunity for a self-starter who can spot opportunities, deliver a clear plan and inspire their team to make the most of a pub with genuine momentum and exciting growth potential.
Management accommodation is available in the form of a three bedroom flat.
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.
Come as you are. Personality counts for more than anything else here. We’ll accept you and celebrate you for being you. We can’t wait to see what we can make happen together. Marston’s could be the making of you.
Marston’s. Where people make pubs.
As part of our application process, we use Lily, an AI-powered interviewing assistant to support the early stages of screening. Lily helps us move quickly, keep things flexible for you, and create a more consistent candidate experience, but one thing you should know – all hiring decisions are still made by our people.
