General Manager with Accommodation

Chicken & Grill No. 9; an inspiring pub, and a former hotel and banqueting suite, in a historic location that’s been with McMullen since 1934.

Located a short stroll from the grounds of Hatfield House where history states that news of Queen Mary’s death on 17th of November 1558 reached Elizabeth, where she was said to be out in the park, sitting under an oak tree, when hearing that she was Queen.

Location and Style

The Red Lion is part of McMullen’s ever-expanding Chicken & Grill concept, next to the stately home Hatfield House. We offer our guests attentive table service, freshly rotisserie roasted chickens, grilled meats and classic pub food, all complimented by McMullen’s locally brewed ales, in well-designed surroundings. However, we know that we can’t achieve any of this without great people running our pubs!

The ideal candidate will be a creative, energetic problem solver who wants to make this pub stand out by putting their own stamp on the business, developing a strong team, engaging guests through events and social media but most of all focussing on the basics to ensure we deliver the best experience.

Key General Manager Attributes

• Understanding the guests needs and responding to market demand
• Flawless execution of the offer
• Creation of sales driving activities that are concept relevant
• Recruiting, coaching and guiding the team - to get the best out of them every day
• Engage team through regular meetings, incentives and social activity
• Being able to spot talent and develop individuals to reach their potential
• Financial management of the business to deliver profit growth
• Ability to plan sales and cost lines
• All aspects of licensing, food and health & safety compliance in line with the law

We can offer:

• Salary of £38,000 per annum live -in, dependant on experience
• Accommodation consists of a well-appointed large 3 bedroomed flat
• Company contributory pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Bonus scheme
• Family friendly policies including enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Team discount card
• Support of experienced Operations Manager & people focused company