General Manager
12 days ago
Sevenoaks
Are you a passionate hospitality leader looking for the opportunity to make your mark in an outstanding village pub? WH Pubs is seeking an exceptional General Manager to lead The Bull, Otford, one of Kent's most loved food-led pubs. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing, family-run business where people, hospitality, and community are at the heart of everything we do. About The Bull The Bull is a thriving destination pub in the picturesque village of Otford, combining exceptional food, quality drinks, warm hospitality, and a loyal local following. We pride ourselves on creating memorable experiences for every guest while maintaining strong ties within the local community. About WH Pubs At WH Pubs, we're not a faceless corporate operator. We're a family-run business that believes great pubs are built by great people. We invest in our teams, empower our managers, and give them the freedom to run their pubs as if they were their own. We are looking for a General Manager who shares our values, brings energy and ambition to the role, and wants to be part of our long-term journey. The Role As General Manager, you will have full responsibility for the day-to-day operation and success of The Bull, including: Leading, inspiring and developing a high-performing team Delivering exceptional guest experiences every day Driving food, drink and accommodation sales Managing budgets, controls and profitability Recruiting, training and retaining talented team members Building strong relationships within the local community Maintaining the highest standards across all areas of the business Working closely with the owners to continue growing The Bull's reputation and performance About You We're looking for someone who: Has experience as a General Manager or a strong Deputy Manager ready for the next step Is passionate about hospitality, food, drink and customer service Has a proven track record of driving sales and profitability Leads by example and thrives in a hands-on environment Can motivate and develop teams to achieve their full potential Understands the importance of community engagement and local reputation Brings energy, positivity and entrepreneurial thinking What We Offer Competitive salary Performance-related bonus Opportunities for career progression within WH Pubs A supportive, family-run culture Autonomy to make a real impact Ongoing development and training Staff discounts across the group The chance to lead one of Kent's most respected village pubs Join Us If you're looking for more than just another management role and want the opportunity to help shape the future of an exceptional pub within a family-owned business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply with your CV and a short covering letter explaining why you'd be the perfect fit for The Bull, Otford. TPBN1_UKCT