At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and innovate at a historic pub, creating a unique guest experience.
- Company: Join Young's, a renowned pub group with a rich heritage.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, bonuses, health insurance, and discounts.
- Other info: Opportunity for personal growth and creative freedom in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make your mark in a vibrant community and shape the pub's future.
- Qualifications: Experience in fresh food management and a passion for customer service.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 50000 £ per year.
We’re looking for an experienced General Manager for the stunning White Lion in Tenterden to put it firmly on the map as the best pub in the local area. This grade II listed site has been serving weary travellers and welcoming the local community for almost 500 years and boasts 14 guest bedrooms, an outside area and an abundance of Olde-Worlde charm. The pub comes with a private dining room, a high street beer garden tucked in from the road and even has some bedrooms for overnight guests.
The ideal candidate is customer-centric, a real "people-person" and has experience managing a fresh‑food business within a premium pub environment.
Running a Pub for Young's:
- We believe pubs should be differentiated and individual and so we are looking for entrepreneurial General Managers to put their own stamp on our businesses.
- We're all about freedom within a framework - you decide what goes on the food menu - and that doesn't mean picking from a bank of recipes!
- You tailor your offer to your guests and grow the business in line with your business vision!
- You decide what events and sales driving to do, what the team uniform is, and look after all your own recruitment and marketing.
If you are a people-focused Pub General Manager with fresh food experience, then we want to hear from you.
What We Offer Our General Managers:
- Huge annual bonus potential - up to 100% of your salary!
- Private Health Insurance
- Enhanced Company Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance Scheme
- 20% discount in all Young's pubs and 30% discount on overnight stays in our Pubs with Rooms
- Access to our Share Save Scheme
- Access to our Career Pathway and Training and Development Courses
What we look for in a General Manager:
We are looking for a creative
General Manager in Kent employer: White Lion
At Young's, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering our General Managers the autonomy to shape their pub's identity while enjoying a supportive work culture that values creativity and community engagement. Located in the picturesque Tenterden, our historic White Lion pub not only provides a stunning backdrop for your career but also offers generous benefits including a substantial annual bonus potential, private health insurance, and opportunities for personal growth through our training and development programmes. Join us to lead a passionate team in a vibrant environment where your ideas can flourish and make a real impact.
