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General Manager

Up to £35000.00 per annum plus bonus
  1. Full Time

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Whittington Arms, Tamworth Rd, Lichfield, Staffordshire WS14 9PS, UK

General Manager

Up to £35000.00 per annum plus bonus
  1. Full Time

Location

Whittington Arms, Tamworth Rd, Lichfield, Staffordshire WS14 9PS, UK


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 At the Whittington Arms we recognise a good General Manager is key to our success. You’ll build a business to be proud of, help to grow your team and smash targets.

Being General Manager at The Whittington Arms you will require an understanding of the premium guest base and have the ability to flex your business for the seasons.  The Whittington is in a beautiful location with its very own garden, centrally located on the outskirts of the picturesque town of Lichfield near Whittington Village.

Join us at Premium Country Pubs. We craft food and drink into something truly special. Picture beautiful interiors in stunning locations, and great tasting food. If you're passionate about all things premium, we want to hear from you.


WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?
• Bonus Scheme – We’re all about rewarding the hard work you put in
• Opportunities to grow with lifelong learning and funded qualifications
• Celebrating success– award nights, away days and team socials (work hard, play hard!)
• Love dining out? You'll love it even more with a massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter or family roast at Toby Carvery, we’ve got you covered.
• Private medical and Dental Plans - to keep you safe, secure and always smiling

On top of this, we offer a pension; 25 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS GENERAL MANAGER YOU’LL…
• Manage, coach and train your team
• Ensure our guests are cared for to the highest standards & safety standards
• Provide excellent customer experiences
• Work towards achieving business targets
• Dedicate time to develop your team using our tailored development framework

WHAT DO I NEED?
It takes a mixture of ingredients to make the perfect dish, and our teams are no different. You’ll...
• Be a seasoned pro in the hospitality industry
• Have mastered the ins and outs of exceptional guest service
• Share the bigger picture to inspire and empower your team
• Develop and grow your team
• Be driven to smash targets with your team

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