General Manager

As General Manager, you’ll have the freedom to succeed to build a business to be proud of, whilst developing your team and creating a warm welcome for your customers. From the moment you step through the door, you’ll lead by example make sure our customers, and teams, have a great time.

Join us at Greene King pubs, where we have always been the beacon for communities, wherever people want to come together. We boast a number of historic pubs that have seen hundreds of years of famous patrons passing through the doors, from Dickens drawing inspiration in the thick of Victorian London, to Frances Crick announcing the world-changing discovery of DNA. Our pubs are steeped in rich history but blend tradition with forward-thinking innovation, serving up pub classics made with care and delivering good, old-fashioned service.

We’re all about rewarding our team’s hard work, that’s why…

You’ll receive a competitive salary, pension contribution as well as:

• The chance to further your career across our well-known brands – as one of the industry's top apprenticeship providers, we can provide training and development at each level of your career.
• Discount of 33% for you and 15% for your loved ones on all of our brands – so you enjoy your favourite food and drink at a discount.
• Free employee assistance program – mental health, well-being, financial, and legal support because you matter!
• Discount of 50% for you and 25% for your loved ones at our Greene King Inns and hotels. – so you can enjoy a weekend away without breaking the bank.

• Refer a friend – who do you know who could be interested in a new role? When they are placed, you could earn up to £1,000 for referring them!
• Wage Stream – access your wage before payday for when life happens.
• Retail discounts – Receive up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive discounts with three mobile along with many more…

About the role...

The amazing riverside pub, Ship, located next the Old Budweiser Brewery in Mortlake is on the lookout for a dedicated and driven General Manager.

A 5 minute walk from the main line station and 25 minutes from Waterloo in central London, this heritage business caters for locals, walkers and people working in the old Brewery which is now used as a film studio.

The site has sky sports and a large outside area, perfect for hosting large events.

Although a relatively quiet part of greater London, the Ship thrives at the weekends and mid week as it fills with bustling crowds looking for refreshments and a bit to eat, or popping by to watch the football. This site runs regular comedy and music nights and is also located next to finish line of the Oxford v Cambridge boat race!

You'll engage and involve yourself within the local community to make this an all year round success.

The potential here is massive, with considerable scope for large events in the garden.

What you'll do as a General Manager...

• Work with your business development manager and management team to grow pub sales

• Lead by example in everything you do and bring our brand to life through your team in delivering amazing experiences for our customers

• You will recruit & develop your team to ensure they have the knowledge needed to delight our customers

• Be a champion of brand standards & ensure customer & team safety at all times

What you'll bring...

• Very high standards and attention to detail in all aspects of the day-to-day running of a successful pub

• You're great with people, and as a result, have great communication and leadership skills

• You’ll be business savvy, with a keen eye for P&L control

• You'll embrace individuality and care for others, your pub and the environment

• Previous success at General Manager level is desirable; from a hospitality, retail or other fast paced background, and the right attitude and outlook is essential!

• You're keen to learn and happiest when you succeed at something new