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A rare opportunity to relaunch, lead and grow one of our most exciting pubs

The Akeman Inn is about to begin an exciting new chapter.

As part of a major investment programme across the Acorn Pubs estate, The Akeman Inn will undergo a significant refurbishment and relaunch, emerging almost as a brand-new pub. This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious and entrepreneurial General Manager to take the lead from the very beginning and help shape the future success of this beautiful business.

Acorn Pubs is part of Brunning & Price, one of the UK's most respected pub operators, renowned for creating exceptional pubs with character, quality food and drink, and outstanding hospitality.

The Akeman Inn enjoys a fantastic location, a stunning setting, and enormous untapped potential. With substantial investment being made in the site, we're looking for a General Manager who can see the possibilities, build a high-performing team, and establish the pub as a destination venue from day one of the relaunch.

This isn't simply a role managing an existing operation—it's an opportunity to create something special.

If you're looking for more than just your next General Manager role—and want the opportunity to shape the future success of an exceptional pub—we'd love to hear from you.

And there’s plenty more in it for you!

Our Offer

• Package up to £55k including TRONC and profit share paid monthly based on your pub’s performance

The Extras

• We know you work hard so we feed you well - free meals on shift, choose from the menu!
• 30% discount for you, your friends and family across Acorn Pubs, Brunning and Price and our group including wagamama and selected airport pubs and restaurants.
• It’s never too early to start saving for the future with a NEST pension.
• Protection for your family with life assurance.
• Great discounts via Perks on Tap saving you money on everyday purchases and more.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Electric vehicle scheme.
• £1,000 referral bonus for introducing new Managers or Chefs to the company.
• Wagestream - use flexible pay to choose when to get paid.

Your Wellbeing – it’s important to us!

• Free 24-hour confidential legal and information helpline for you and your family.
• Bespoke wellbeing support offering free counselling for all crew.
• Access to health checks and virtual GP appointments.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Plenty of social get togethers – it’s not all work and no play.
• Recognition platform with regular thankyous.

Career progression – we want you to grow with us!

• Superb internal and external development programmes to support your progress.
• Advanced Leadership Skills course enhancing self-awareness and soft skills.
• Regular days out exploring fresh seasonal produce.
• Bespoke drinks tasting events.
• We encourage movement between our pubs so you can have a long-term career with us.

About you...

We’re looking for a warm and charismatic manager to lead a friendly, ambitious team and drive this busy pub forwards. You’ll enjoy a high degree of independence with the freedom to be creative and run the pub as if it were truly your own.

You’ll be interested in and knowledgeable about food and drink with a genuine passion for beer and wine. Commercially and financially astute, you’re at your happiest looking after customers whilst training, inspiring and developing your team. As a proven general manager from a premium, food-led background, you’ve previously built a successful business with a good local reputation and will thrive in a place where you have the freedom to do exactly that.

About Acorn Pubs...

• A collection of 10 pubs, 6 of which have bedrooms.
• Our wider company, Brunning and Price, includes 79 pubs across the country.
• A company with heart, where individuality, personality and diversity are encouraged.
• A company committed to reducing our carbon footprint, working sustainably, and supporting our local communities.
• @brunningandpricecareers #bandplife

If you’re ready to be part of a family where you can genuinely make a difference, then make your next career move a pub manager position with Acorn Pubs and apply now!