General Manager - The Poet's Ale & Smokehouse

General Manager - The Poet’s Ale & Smokehouse, Poet's Corner, Hove.

Starting salary - £35,360 (£17 per hour x 40 hour contract + overtime + bonus)

The Poet's Ale & Smokehouse calls for an enthusiastic General Manager to lead our team. Renowned for our expertly smoked meats, an impressive selection of cask ales, and a lively sports bar, we offer our guests a unique experience. We're looking for someone keen on sports to help us create an environment where fans can enjoy great food, drinks, and live games. As General Manager, you’ll ensure every visit to The Poets is unforgettable.

What’s in it for you?

• A salary starting from £35,360 (£17.00 per hour x 40 hour contract with paid overtime)
• Management bonus scheme (10% of annual salary)
• Opportunities for career advancement within the Good Times Pubs & Bars group.
• Free food on shift
• 28 days holiday
• Pension scheme
• 50% management discount card on completion of probationary period
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Takes ownership of the venue with an entrepreneurial mindset
• Lead and inspire our front-of-house team, fostering a culture of excellence and teamwork.
• Oversee daily operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service.
• Set clear roles and responsibilities for the management team, and supervisors ensure the team are constantly being developed and that they feel well-supported and motivated
• Motivate the team to provide exceptional customer service, building relationships with our guests.
• Manage cashing up and locking up procedures with confidence and accuracy.
• Handle cellar management, including the care and handling of real ales.
• Maintain a high standard of stock control, performing regular line checks.
• Uphold our tradition of excellence in hospitality, contributing to menu planning and special events.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a General Manager, preferably in a pub/bar setting
• An interest in sports is highly desirable
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• A people person with a genuine love for hospitality.
• Positive thinker with the initiative to solve problems and improve processes.
• Great attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.
• Confident in all aspects of food service.
• Comfortable with cashing up and locking up responsibilities.
• Experienced in cellar management, particularly with real ales.
• Strong understanding of stock control and line checks.
• Must hold a personal licence.
• Right to work in the UK.

All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran status, neurodiversity status, or disability status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £17.00-£17.70 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 45 per week

Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme
• Tips

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 23/09/2024