General Manager - Dorset

General Manager – Dorset General Manager – Slug & Lettuce Bournemouth (OCR) Salary – Up to £42,000 p.a + Bonuses Can you… Support, coach, mentor and develop your team Create and deliver a vision for your business Ensure standards and compliance are continuous Create a welcoming atmosphere for our guests Deliver consistent financial results A little bit about the opportunity… Nestled just a stone\’s throw from Bournemouth University, our venue benefits from a prime location that attracts both locals and holidaymakers. The area sees significant seasonal sales uplift, making it a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to drive performance throughout the year. The site is also surrounded by strong corporate opportunities, with Vitality’s headquarters right next door, ensuring a steady flow of potential business. In addition to competitors such as Turtle Bay, Popworld, O\’Neil\’s, and other independent bars, the Bournemouth hospitality scene is buzzing, offering plenty of room for us to stand out. Slug & Lettuce Bournemouth OCR is one of two S&L sites in this beautiful seaside city, offering a two-floor operation with one of the largest outdoor drinking areas in the area. We’ve recently invested in our garden space, providing an ideal spot for guests to relax and enjoy their time with us. Our site boasts a healthy Dark Kitchen trade (around £4k per week) alongside a loyal customer base from the local corporate community and Bournemouth University. The venue’s location atop a hill overlooking Dean Park adds to its appeal, making it a true standout in the Bournemouth circuit. A little bit about you… As the General Manager, you’ll be responsible for leading a dedicated team, overseeing day-to-day operations, and driving both guest satisfaction and commercial success. You’ll thrive in a busy, high-energy environment, leveraging local and seasonal opportunities to maximize sales and grow the business. If you are a General Manager with a passion for people, excellent leadership skills, and a proven track record in hospitality, this is the role for you. Please Note: To be eligible to apply, you MUST hold a valid Personal Licence. What\’s in it for you? Bonus opportunities Award winning training and development programmes Reward Card via the MiXR App – 25% off food and drink for you and ALL your friends across our Managed Estate Referral scheme of up to £1,000 per person Private Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Employee Assistance – Licence Trade Charity VIP entry to our Pubs and Bars Stonegate Hotel Discounts Flexible working David Lloyd Corporate Discount Rates Vitality Healthcare Discounted Dental Insurance Wagestream – Early access to your earned wages Stonegate Xtra Rewards – Online benefits portal offering discounts across the High Street and other retailers To see all of our benefits, please click on the link below: https://www.stonegatecareers.co.uk/rewards At Stonegate Group, we\’re proud to be the biggest operator of pubs, bars, and late-night venues in the United Kingdom. Our leading brands are diverse and well-known, including names like Slug & Lettuce, Be At One and Popworld. Find out more about a career with Stonegate Group at www.stonegatecareers.co.uk If you have a disability as outlined by the Equality Act 2010 and require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please let us know in advance so that any support, aids or adaptations can be put in place to assist you. Please contact sara.charles@stonegategroup.co.uk . #J-18808-Ljbffr