Designate General Manager

📍 Lyndhurst, New Forest

💰 £40,000 - £45,000 + Bonus

⏰ Minimum 45 Hours per Week | 5 Days from 7

Ready to Step Into a General Manager Role?

Are you an ambitious hospitality professional looking to take the next step into senior management? We are seeking a Designate General Manager to join a successful collection of food-led pubs, with an initial placement in the beautiful New Forest village of Lyndhurst.

This is the perfect opportunity for an experienced Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager, Operations Manager, or emerging General Manager who is ready to develop their leadership skills and progress into a full General Manager role within a growing business.

The Role

As Designate General Manager, you'll work closely with senior leadership teams, gaining exposure to all aspects of business operations while supporting the successful running of the venue.

Key responsibilities include:

Supporting the day-to-day management of the pub
Leading, coaching, and developing front and back-of-house teams
Driving guest satisfaction and delivering exceptional service standards
Supporting the achievement of sales, labour, and profit targets
Ensuring compliance with company procedures, licensing, and health & safety legislation
Building strong relationships with customers and the local community
Assisting with recruitment, training, and team development
Preparing for future progression into a General Manager position

What We're Looking For

Previous experience in a senior hospitality management role
Experience within pubs, restaurants, hotels, or food-led hospitality businesses
Strong leadership and people management skills
Commercial awareness and understanding of business performance
Passion for hospitality and delivering memorable guest experiences
A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to lead from the front
Ambition to progress into a General Manager role

What's On Offer?

✅ £40,000 - £45,000 salary

✅ Performance-related bonus scheme

✅ Minimum 45 hours per week

✅ 5 days from 7 working pattern

✅ Clear progression pathway to General Manager

✅ Ongoing training and development

✅ Beautiful New Forest location

✅ Join a growing and successful hospitality business

✅ Immediate start available

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your management career within a thriving, food-led hospitality business. You'll gain invaluable operational experience, work alongside experienced leaders, and be positioned for future General Manager opportunities while enjoying the lifestyle and surroundings of the stunning New Forest.