General Manager - new opening
New Today
This is a great opportunity to take the help at this much loved, recently refurbished village pub near Exeter.
Rewards & Benefits Competitive basic salary in the region of £45,000
Very generous profit share
Autonomy to shape and develop a village pub at the heart of its community
Supportive ownership team with a clear long-term vision
The Role
We are seeking a hands-on General Manager with a true mine host personality to lead a busy and well-located village pub which is soon opening following a period of closure and full-refurbishment.
This is a highly visible, front-of-house leadership role where you will be the face of the business, responsible for creating a warm, welcoming, and thriving village pub.
Key responsibilities include:
Full day-to-day running of the pub
Leading service from the front and being a visible host
Working with the head chef to develop the pub as a destination venue
Building strong relationships within the local community & groups
Driving trade through wet sales, food, and events
Organising and promoting community-led events and activities
Managing stock, suppliers, and financial performance
Recruiting, training, and motivating a small team
Maintaining high standards of service, presentation, and compliance
The Candidate
We are looking for someone who is:
An experienced General Manager or Pub Manager
A natural host with a strong personality and genuine people skills
Highly visible and hands-on in the day-to-day running of a pub
Commercially aware with a focus on driving trade and profitability
Passionate about community and creating a local hub
Organised, reliable, and fully accountable for performance
Comfortable working evenings, weekends, and busy service periods
This role suits someone who thrives in a front of house leadership position and takes real pride in running a successful, community-focused village pub.
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- Location:
- Exeter
- Job Type:
- FullTime