


Job Ref: ROB2429
Branch: The Crown Inn
Location: The Crown Inn, Coniston
Salary/Benefits: £30,825 £37,450, plus Tronc and excellent benefits
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Posted date: 14/08/2026
Closing date: 14/09/2026
Assistant Manager
At Robinsons, we run great pubs and create great experiences. From perfectly poured pints to memorable meals and warm welcomes, everything we do is about bringing people together.
We're looking for a passionate Assistant Manager to help lead our team, deliver exceptional guest experiences, and support the day-to-day running of one of our fantastic pubs.
If you're ready to take the next step in your hospitality career and thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Experience with letting rooms would be advantageous, as you'll play an important role in maximising revenue opportunities and delivering exceptional experiences for both guests and residents.
About the role
As Assistant Manager, you'll be at the heart of the pub, leading from the front to deliver outstanding guest experiences and ensuring every shift runs smoothly. You'll set the standard on service, support your team to perform at their best, and create an environment where guests feel welcomed and want to return.
Alongside this, you'll play a key role in driving the business forward, supporting sales, managing labour and stock effectively while maintaining high operational standards. With the confidence to take ownership in the GM's absence, you'll balance people, performance, and results in a fast-paced, rewarding environment.
What you'll be responsible for
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Why Cumbria?
This is more than just your next role it's the chance to build a rewarding career while enjoying an exceptional quality of life.
Set against the backdrop of some of the UK's most stunning scenery, Cumbria offers the perfect balance between work and lifestyle. From the lakes and fells of the Lake District to its vibrant market towns and welcoming communities, it's a place where you can truly make the most of your time both in and out of work.
Whether you're spending your days off hiking, cycling, paddleboarding or simply exploring the area's charming villages and independent cafés, adventure and relaxation are always close by. With a strong sense of community, shorter commutes and plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors, it's easy to see why so many people choose to call Cumbria home.
If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your hospitality career in a location that offers something genuinely special, we'd love to hear from you.
Join the Robinsons family
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who brings energy, confidence and a passion for hospitality, and who knows how to motivate a team to be their very best.
Apply today and join a warm and welcoming family business with a proud heritage, where your contribution really
Situated in the heart of the English Lake District in the picturesque village of Coniston sits the Crown – a traditional inn offering guests an authentic English pub experience. Set amongst the beautiful landscape of streams and mountains, the Crown Inn has benefitted from a recent refurbishment.
There are now thirteen guest bedrooms to enjoy and if you are lucky to get a room at the back of the Inn, you can wake up to the breath-taking view of The Old Man of Coniston from the window.
There is also a cosy private dining area, seating up to eight guests.
The new look Crown Inn boasts artistic flair and local inspiration you can see across both the pub restaurant and bedrooms.

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