At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the opening of a vibrant venue, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and strong team performance.
- Company: Join Nancy Spains, a fast-growing brand known for live music and Irish hospitality.
- Benefits: Competitive salary with bonuses, paid training in London, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on team development and high energy.
- Why this job: Be part of an exciting new venue that will become a must-visit destination in Bristol.
- Qualifications: Experience in hospitality leadership and a passion for creating memorable experiences.
The predicted salary is between 38250 - 46750 £ per year.
£45,000 to £55,000 OTE including bonus
New Opening | Mid September Start | Opening October 2026
Located just off Corn Street in the heart of the historic city centre, our first Bristol venue will bring live music, Irish hospitality and unforgettable nights to the city.
We're looking for an experienced General Manager to lead the opening, build the team and create a venue that becomes one of Bristol's must-visit destinations.
You'll join us in mid-September, complete two to three weeks of training in London, then return to Bristol to prepare for opening in October.
Nancy Spains is a fast-growing live music and hospitality brand built around real Irish hospitality, great drinks and unforgettable experiences. We create venues where people feel welcome, where every shift has energy and where customers leave already planning their next visit.
As General Manager, you'll take full ownership of the venue's performance, people and culture. Leading a team of around nine, including an Assistant General Manager, bartenders and barbacks, you'll be responsible for creating an exceptional guest experience, delivering strong commercial results and building a high-performing team.
- Deliver sales targets and manage venue performance
- Own labour costs, rotas, stock control and operational standards
- Develop and coach your team, building future leaders
- Maintain high standards across customer experience, compliance and operations
- Previous experience as a General Manager, Assistant General Manager or similar hospitality leadership role
- Experience managing high-volume customer-facing operations
- Strong commercial awareness and experience managing budgets and labour
- A passion for hospitality, live music and creating memorable experiences
- Lead a brand new opening from day one
- Paid training in London before opening
- Career progression as Nancy Spains continues to grow across the UK
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At Nancy Spains, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that celebrates Irish hospitality and live music. As the General Manager of our new Bristol venue, you'll not only lead a passionate team but also enjoy comprehensive training in London and clear pathways for career progression as we expand across the UK. Join us to create unforgettable experiences in a dynamic environment where your leadership will shape one of Bristol's must-visit destinations.
