We’re looking for a General Manager for a Community pub in Basingstoke. Salary £43-45k 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 Dragonfly in Basingstoke and lead the team to success!
What you get
At Marston’s we’re one big family. We put our people first, which is why we offer real benefits including:
- Additional earnings potential through bonus and incentive schemes
- Access to a pension plan
- On-site accommodation
- Private healthcare
- Award winning training and development
About the pub
The Dragonfly is a well loved community site. A modern built venue, the Dragonfly has a central bar with feature cake cabinet at the end. Now offers a Sunday only carvery, as core menu performs well with guests. Outside there is a children’s play area and garden to the front with a side patio, and a beer garden to the rear. The Dragonfly truly is the heart of the community locally.
Currently the Dragonfly is averaging £25,500 in weekly sales with a 65/35 food to wet sales mix. The pub is known for its amazing guest experience and we are looking for a strong operator ideally with carvery experience to continue to build on the business’ success.
Live in available – 3 bedroom 1st floor flat in great condition.
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.