Assistant General Manager | Lyndhurst | Full Time | £34,000 with OTE of £40,000 +

Our client is looking for an Assistant General Manager who has experience working in the hospitality industry, ideally in a pub background.

They are an established family run pub group in The New Forest with 9 pubs across the area. You will be able to take plenty of pride in the role knowing that Country Inns has a reputation for some of the best food, drinks and service in The New Forest, this reputation has been built over the last 15 years.

Work somewhere where you will be able to achieve goals and success with the support of the management team. We are looking for someone to bring fresh ideas and new skills to help drive your team and business to success!

This role is considered a General Manager in waiting and we look to promote the right candidate to the General Manager position within 6 months.

Are you the right person for the job?

You will have a passion for the Pub and the hospitality industry
You are reliable with, excellent attendance and punctuality.
Excellent communication skills, and be able to lead and inspire a team within a demanding operation with rooms.
Strong people skills, being able to motivate and manage the whole team, front and back of house.
Excellent management and organisational skills.
Work well under pressure, showing leadership and management to drive the performance of the team.
Good attention to detail.
Strive to exceed targets and goals.
You will lead by example in everything you do.
You will help recruit & develop your team to ensure they have the knowledge needed to delight our customers.
You are available to work a varied week to include, weekends, evenings and public holidays.
What will your role look like?

Overseeing all Pub operations in the absence of the General Manager including front and back of house.
Assist with recruitment, training and development of the team.
Follow, train and uphold company procedures to ensure the highest standards of drink quality, food safety, licensing law, security and health and safety.
Think differently about new ways to increase sales and growth.
To supply cover when and where required due to holidays and sickness
To operate within current targets and budget constraints set by the company.
To have an overview of costs and wages and create rotas that are best for the business and within budget.
To monitor room occupancy and booking rates, create offers and promotions to increase room sales.
To work alongside the housekeeping staff where necessary to ensure all rooms are of an excellent and consistent standard.
To assist with monitoring and managing all communication and social media, to include, emails, (url removed), Instagram, Facebook and more.
Ensure that health and safety standards are maintained, including fire risk audits.
Employ the “Best For Business” ethos, leading by example with a hands on approach to training and development.
Carry out kitchen inspections on a regular basis in line with EHO standards.
Assist with all ordering, keeping on top of stock, control, rotation and wastage.
To assist in the creation of new menus and creative ideas for special food days and weeks.
To help motivate the team and drive the business forward, creating a sense of pride amongst the team.
What can you expect in return?

Excellent remuneration package, with fantastic tips paid in addition
Substantial monthly bonus scheme
Ongoing staff training and development to ensure you reach your potential
Eligible employees benefit from a NEST pension scheme with an increased Employers contribution available
Parking on/near site
Staff discount in all outlets
28 days holiday per year which increases with time served
The chance to join a well-established company
To join a fantastic team
To showcase your knowledge and skill set
Job security
High staff retention
Training programme
Family atmosphere
Further progression opportunities
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