JOB DETAILS

Assistant Manager

CompanyGreene King
LocationBasildon
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 6, 2026
About The Company
We’ve been brewing award-winning beer from our base in Bury St. Edmunds ever since the company was founded in 1799 by 19 year-old Benjamin Greene.
About the Role

Company Description

Join us at Greene King pubs, where we have always been the beacon for communities, wherever people want to come together. Our collection of community pubs are the heart and soul of the local area around them, helmed by a local hero and crewed by a team always ready with your favourite tipple. Our pubs embody the true meaning of a local pub, acting as a central hub where locals can enjoy one of our events, a feast of lovingly cooked food or a quick catch up with friends over a drink. 

Job Description

As Assistant Manager, you’ll be at the heart of our management team, helping to ensure the smooth running of a busy pub. From the moment you step through the door, you lead by example making sure our Customers, and teams, have a great time. 

Qualifications

What you'll do as an Assistant Manager...

  • Support the General Manager in the day to day running of the business and leading the business in their absence. 
  • Bring our brand to life by leading the team in delivering amazing experiences for our customers.
  • Act as a role model for the team and support with training and development.
  • Be a champion of brand standards & ensure customer & team safety at all times.

What you'll bring...

  • You'll be passionate about delivering amazing experiences for customers.
  • You’ll be great with people, and as a result, have great communication and leadership skills making sure you get the best out of people.
  • An ability to think on your feet and adapt to whatever challenges arise during a busy shift.
  • A keen eye for every small detail and a desire to uphold high standards in all that you do.

Additional Information

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 £1,500 for referring them!
  • Wagestream – 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…
  • Salary for Advertising: £31,000 - £35,000 + Bonus
  • Dept. L4/House: Noak Bridge (Laindon) - 06996
  • Key Skills
    LeadershipCommunicationCustomer serviceTrainingBrand standardsSafety managementAdaptabilityAttention to detail
    Categories
    Management & LeadershipHospitalityFood & BeverageRetail
    Benefits
    ApprenticeshipTraining and developmentDiscount on food and drinkEmployee assistance programDiscount on hotel staysRefer a friend bonusWage access before paydayRetail discounts
    Job Information
    📋Core Responsibilities
    The Assistant Manager will support the General Manager in the day-to-day running of the business and will step in to lead the business in the General Manager's absence. Key duties include leading the team to deliver amazing customer experiences and championing brand standards while ensuring safety.
    📋Job Type
    full time
    💰Salary Range
    £31,000 - £35,000
    📊Experience Level
    2-5
    💼Company Size
    105
    📊Visa Sponsorship
    No
    💼Language
    English
    🏢Working Hours
    40 hours
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