We’re looking for a General Manager for a 26-bedroom site. Salary from £48k 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 Sweet Chestnut, Dunfermline, 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
- Marston’s Cheers Platform, giving you access to discount at major retailers
- Access to a pension plan
- On-site accommodation
- Private healthcare
- Award winning training and development
About the pub
The Sweet Chestnut is a fabulous open‑plan pub with an adjoining 26‑bedroom hotel. The restaurant features a carvery deck on one side, complemented by family dining throughout, a welcoming bar area, and an additional dining space. Outside, there is a large garden area which offers as many covers as the interior, creating a versatile space for guests year‑round.
Situated on a busy retail park just off the M90 on the edge of Dunfermline, the business benefits from high footfall as well as ample shared parking. With hotel occupancy increasing week by week, we are now looking to further build the drinks side of the business, especially alongside the already popular food offer. The carvery, in particular, is extremely busy – especially on Sundays – and continues to be a key strength.
Because of this growth, we are seeking an experienced General Manager with a proven ability to drive sales, maintain exceptional attention to detail, and deliver great food quality alongside an outstanding guest journey. You will be a hands‑on leader who leads by example, and ideally you will bring hotel experience, as this is central to the site’s ongoing success.
With an impressive weekly take of £42k – split across 20% wet, 50% dry, and 30% rooms – this site offers huge potential for continued growth. As a self‑motivated and collaborative leader, you’ll be joining a well‑established and supportive team both on site and across the wider area.
Management accommodation is available in the form of a 3-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 and hotel. Be passionate about doing the right thing for your team and your guests. Dream big and think differently about new ways to increase sales and growth. Celebrate and create a buzz by sharing enjoyable experiences. Understand revenue management to maximise growth opportunities within the hotel Drive all areas of the business with an eye for detail ensuring high standards are met within the pub and brand standards are consistently delivered within the hotel.
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 guests. 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.