We’re looking for a General Manager for a popular Community pub and Hotel. Salary up to £43k with £7,500 live out allowance, 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. Due to an internal move in the business, we’re on the lookout for a great General Manager to take charge at the Shah of Persia in Poole 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
- Marston’s Cheers Platform, giving you access to discount at major retailers
- Access to a pension plan
- Private healthcare
- Award winning training and development
About the pub
The Shah of Persia is a vibrant, family‑friendly destination perfectly positioned close to Poole town centre and just a mile from the beach. Popular with both holidaymakers and business travellers, it offers 14 comfortable en‑suite bedrooms alongside a welcoming pub atmosphere.
With a busy location on a key route and strong year‑round footfall, the Shah of Persia enjoys an excellent reputation and consistently high guest satisfaction. Locals love its lively mid‑week quiz and bingo nights, while Sundays are a highlight thanks to its strong food trade.
The business is currently averaging £24,000 in weekly sales, made up of approximately £9k Wet, £11k Dry, and £4k Rooms. A capable and experienced Senior Team is already in place, offering the perfect platform for the right operator to build on a solid foundation and further grow both food and drink sales.
We’re searching for a passionate, community‑focused operator with the drive, vision, and energy to take this well‑established business to the next level. If you’re excited by the idea of leading a thriving pub with huge potential, we’d love to hear from you.
Management accommodation is not available at this site, in lieu of this- we are offering a £7,500 live out allowance.
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.