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Assistant Manager - Live In available

CompanyGreene King
LocationHoveton
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 30, 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.
  • Sufficient spoken and written English to perform the role safely and understand allergen controls.
  • Sufficient spoken and written English to perform the role safely and understand allergen controls.

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!
  • Enhanced, family-friendly maternity and paternity policies
  • Menopause Friendly Employer
  • 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…

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.

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  • Key Skills
    LeadershipCommunicationTeam managementCustomer serviceProblem solvingAttention to detailTraining and developmentBrand standards complianceOperational managementConflict resolution
    Categories
    HospitalityManagement & LeadershipFood & BeverageCustomer Service & SupportRetail
    Benefits
    Pension contributionCareer development33% discount on brands15% discount for loved onesFree employee assistance programEnhanced family-friendly maternity and paternity policiesMenopause friendly employer50% discount at inns and hotels25% discount for loved ones at inns and hotelsRefer a friend bonusWagestreamRetail discounts
    Job Information
    📋Core Responsibilities
    The Assistant Manager supports the General Manager in the daily operations of the pub and leads the team in their absence. They are responsible for delivering excellent customer experiences, maintaining brand standards, and ensuring the safety of both staff and patrons.
    📋Job Type
    full time
    💰Salary Range
    £34,000 - £38,000
    📊Experience Level
    2-5
    💼Company Size
    167
    📊Visa Sponsorship
    No
    💼Language
    English
    🏢Working Hours
    40 hours
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