Assistant Manager

What's the opportunity? As Assistant Manager, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the pub, helping to create a welcoming atmosphere, develop your team and deliver great results. Lead from the front: Support, motivate and inspire the team to deliver excellent service and memorable guest experiences. Help run a busy pub: Work closely with the General Manager to keep operations running smoothly and standards consistently high. Put guests first: Make sure every guest feels welcome, whether they're joining us for a family meal, a catch-up with friends or a special celebration. Drive performance: Help manage sales, labour costs, stock and overall profitability, making the most of every opportunity. Develop your people: Coach and support team members, helping them build confidence and progress in their careers. Keep standards high: Take pride in cleanliness, safety, compliance and the overall presentation of the pub. Bring the pub to life: Help create a positive team culture and make the most of everything our pub has to offer. What we're looking for We're looking for someone who enjoys hospitality, thrives in a team environment and is ready to take ownership and make a difference. You'll ideally have experience supervising or managing a team in a pub, restaurant or similar hospitality setting, alongside the confidence to lead shifts and deliver great service. You'll also bring: A passion for creating outstanding guest experiences. Strong communication and people-management skills. A positive, hands-on approach and the ability to lead by example. Good organisation and the confidence to make decisions in a fast-paced environment. Commercial awareness and an interest in driving sales and improving performance. A willingness to learn, develop and take the next step in your career. Personal Licence As this role may involve covering the business in the General Manager's absence, you'll need to be eligible to hold a Personal Licence. You don't need to have one when you apply. If you're successful, Greene King will support you through the process of obtaining your licence. What's in it for you? At Greene King, we want you to feel proud of what you do and excited about where your career can take you. Career development: Access to training, apprenticeships and opportunities to progress across Greene King. Pub discounts: Enjoy 33% off at Greene King pubs, with 15% off for friends and family. Greene King Inns savings: 50% off for you and 25% off for friends and family. Financial wellbeing: Access to Wagestream to help you manage your pay. Extra perks: Retail discounts, family-friendly benefits and an Employee Assistance Programme. Recommend a friend: Earn up to £1,500 when you introduce someone to Greene King. CREATING PLACES WHERE PEOPLE FEEL WELCOME, SAFE AND THAT THEY BELONG We aim to embed inclusion into every decision we make – across our people, customers, communities, suppliers, and operations. We want to create a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and able to thrive. Ready to take the next step? If you're passionate about people, love creating great pub experiences and want to grow your career with a business that invests in its team, we'd love to hear from you. Bring your energy. Inspire your team. Help make the Plume of Feathers a pub to be proud of! Plume of Feathers Assistant Manager Salary - £31,000 - £35,000 + Bonus Ready to help lead a great pub, deliver brilliant guest experiences and take the next step in your hospitality career? Join us at the Plume of Feathers! With its charming wooden beams, cosy fireplaces and traditional flagstone floors, the Plume of Feathers is a pub full of character. Serving everything from sizzling steaks and hearty burgers to lighter bites and non-gluten options, we pride ourselves on offering something for everyone. From families enjoying our outdoor play area to dog owners relaxing in our beer garden, there's always a warm welcome waiting for our guests. We're looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Manager to support the General Manager, inspire the team and help make every visit special. #LI-SO1