JOB DETAILS

General Manager - Live In Available

CompanyGreene King
LocationNorthampton
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 7, 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 Pub & Carvery, where whatever the weather or occasion, we’ve got something for everyone with our mix of carvery and classic pub food washed down with a tasty tipple. Our carveries include a choice of three 14-hour slow-cook meats and a selection of potatoes and seasonal vegetables where our customers can pile their plates as high as they like.

Job Description

As General Manager, you’ll have the freedom to succeed to build a business to be proud of, whilst developing your team and creating a warm welcome for your customers. From the moment you step through the door, you’ll lead by example make sure our customers, and teams, have a great time. 

Qualifications

What you'll do as a General Manager...

  • Work with your business development manager and management team to grow pub sales.
  • Lead by example in everything you do and bring our brand to life through your team in delivering amazing experiences for our customers.
  • You will recruit & develop your team to ensure they have the knowledge needed to delight our customers.
  • Be a champion of brand standards & ensure customer & team safety at all times.
  • Please be aware that if you are successful in this role you will need to either already have, or be able to acquire a personal license.

What you'll bring...

  • Very high standards and attention to detail in all aspects of the day-to-day running of a successful pub.
  • You're great with people, and as a result, have great communication and leadership skills.
  • You’ll be business savvy, with a keen eye for P&L control.
  • You'll embrace individuality and care for others, your pub and the environment.
  • Previous success at General Manager level is desirable; from a hospitality, retail or other fast paced background, and the right attitude and outlook is essential!
  • You're keen to learn and happiest when you succeed at something new.

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: £40,000 - £44,000 + Bonus
  • Dept. L4/House: Overstone Manor (Sywell) - 06386
  • Key Skills
    LeadershipP&L ControlTeam RecruitmentStaff DevelopmentCustomer ExperienceBusiness DevelopmentCommunicationBrand StandardsOperational ManagementAttention To Detail
    Categories
    HospitalityManagement & LeadershipFood & BeverageRetailCustomer Service & Support
    Benefits
    Competitive SalaryPension ContributionCareer Development Training33% Employee Discount15% Family DiscountFree Employee Assistance Program50% Hotel Discount25% Family Hotel DiscountRefer a Friend BonusWagestream AccessRetail Discounts
    Job Information
    📋Core Responsibilities
    Lead the daily operations of the pub and carvery to grow sales and deliver amazing customer experiences. Recruit and develop the team while ensuring strict adherence to brand standards and safety regulations.
    📋Job Type
    full time
    💰Salary Range
    £40,000 - £44,000
    📊Experience Level
    5-10
    💼Company Size
    146
    📊Visa Sponsorship
    No
    💼Language
    English
    🏢Working Hours
    40 hours
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