Management Couple
15 hours ago
Eastbourne
Management Couple JWR is recruiting on behalf of an established independent hospitality business for an experienced Management Couple to take responsibility for a characterful pub with rooms. This is a hands-on, varied operation combining a busy traditional bar, quality casual dining and guest accommodation, with a strong mix of local trade and staying guests. We are ideally looking for a couple where one person brings strong General Manager / pub operations experience and the other is an experienced Head Chef capable of taking ownership of the kitchen and developing a consistent, commercially successful food offering. Package Combined salary from £70,000 depending on experience Performance-related bonus Live-in accommodation Company pension Ongoing operational support Training and professional development Long-term opportunities within a growing independent hospitality company The General Manager You will take overall responsibility for the day-to-day running and commercial performance of the business, creating a welcoming pub atmosphere while ensuring consistently high standards across the rooms and wider operation. Responsibilities will include: Bar and front-of-house operations Guest accommodation and customer experience Driving food and beverage sales Building and maintaining strong local trade Events, promotions and seasonal activity Team recruitment, training and development Revenue, payroll and cost control Stock management and wet GP Sales and local business development Health & safety and operational compliance Maintaining the overall standards and presentation of the property This is very much a visible, hands-on role. You should enjoy being behind the bar, engaging with customers, supporting the team and becoming part of the local community while maintaining a strong commercial focus. The Head Chef You will take ownership of the kitchen and food operation, delivering a quality, accessible pub and bistro-style menu that appeals to both local customers and staying guests. You will be responsible for: Breakfast, Lunch and evening food service Pub classics, lighter dishes and seasonal menus Menu development and specials Maintaining consistent food quality and presentation Food GP, purchasing and stock control Kitchen recruitment, training and development Managing labour and operating costs Food safety and compliance Working closely with the General Manager to develop the overall food and beverage business We are looking for a strong all-round chef who understands that a successful pub food operation needs to balance quality, consistency, value and commerciality. About You This opportunity would suit an established hospitality management couple who enjoy the personality and pace of a pub environment and are looking for a long-term position where you can genuinely take ownership of a business. Experience within a quality pub with rooms, coaching inn, food-led pub or similar independent hospitality operation would be particularly relevant. You will both need to be hands-on, commercially aware and comfortable working closely together while taking ownership of your respective areas. Most importantly, you should understand how to create a successful local pub that delivers a great experience for regular customers while maintaining the standards expected by overnight guests. To discuss the opportunity, please apply with both CVs or contact JWR. TPBN1_UKCT