We're looking for a passionate, hands-on Assistant Manager to lead The Weld Arms – an historic, character-filled inn with rooms nestled on the stunning Lulworth Estate, just a stone’s throw from the iconic Lulworth Castle.
This is your chance to run a truly special pub with a strong local following and a steady stream of tourists. Bring energy, ideas, and a love for great food, drink, and hospitality. In return, we offer a supportive team, beautiful surroundings, and the opportunity to make your mark.
Duties
- Oversee daily bar and restaurant operations, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and a high-quality guest experience.
- Take accountability for performance, including operations, customer experience, team management, and financial results, ensuring standards are consistently met.
- Handle cash, card, and account transactions with accuracy and integrity.
- Manage staffing rotas, absences, and holiday planning to ensure effective coverage and team wellbeing.
- Support recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing staff training to build a confident, motivated team.
- Oversee stock control, ordering, and replenishment while maintaining accurate records and cost awareness.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations across all areas of operation.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and presentation throughout the premises and surrounding areas.
- Proactively identify opportunities to enhance guest satisfaction, menu offerings, and service delivery in line with trends and customer feedback.
- Support the implementation of new initiatives or projects as directed by the General Manager.
- Report any maintenance, damage, or safety issues promptly and ensure swift resolution.
- Uphold and contribute positively to the Estate’s values and culture, ensuring a positive, respectful and professional environment.
- Carry out other reasonable duties as required for the smooth and effective running of the business.
What we’re after:
· Proven management experience in hospitality.
· A natural leader who thrives in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.
· Passion for local produce, real ales, and creating memorable experiences.
Benefits:
· Competitive salary of £30,500 per annum.
· Enhanced pension contributions after 12 months service.
· Employee discount at all retail and hospitality outlets across the estate, plus free entry to Lulworth Castle.
· Free parking at our three beautiful sites, Lulworth Castle, Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door.
· A unique role in one of Dorset’s most iconic locations, an inspiring and friendly place in which to work, offering a wealth of career development opportunities.
Apply with your CV and covering letter to [email protected] and become part of the Lulworth story.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £30,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Wareham BH20 5QS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person
