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29 July 2024

Filled

General Manager

Cotton, Suffolk, IP14

General Manager

The employer

The Trowel & Hammer is a proper old fashioned pub with rooms that has undergone an extensive recent refurbishment by the new, ambitious, and supportive owner.

The job

As the Trowel & Hammer's first General Manager since reopening you will be responsible for day-to-day front of house operations, business administration, and the overseeing of all food & beverage operations. You'll lead and inspire staff, encouraging their ideas and contributing your own to further embed the pub at the heart of the village.

The pub is still in its infancy under the new ownership but has already begun establishing itself as a vibrant and busy place, with regular events, a pub quiz, and excellent, honest, reasonably-priced food from our very experienced head chef.

You'll complete typical GM duties including sorting rotas, stock and cellar management, and managing an established staff who will support you as you take the pub from strength to strength. There are also two apartments above the flat which are rented out for short stays, and you will manage the bookings and upkeep of these.

What you'll need

Experience as a GM or AGM in a country pub
A commercial mindset
Thrive in a busy environment
A passion and drive to succeed
Social media and marketing skills an advantage
Inspirational leadership skills, leading by example

Where you'll be based

The Trowel & Hammer is based in the village of Cotton, Suffolk, north of Stowmarket.

What you'll receive

- £38,000 - £40,000 per annum basic salary
- Potential for staff accommodation
- Working 5 days out of 7 on a rota basis
- Progression opportunities as the owner seeks to purchase more properties

Find out more

To discuss this position in more detail, please send your CV to martin@martin-salter.com or call 07983 967143.

All communication will be treated in complete confidence.

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