via indeed · 5 June 2026 ·1 day ago

General Manager - Premium Pub

Gardeners Arms
Ardingly Full-time
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General Manager £46\.5K \+ Benefits \+ Bonus \+ 5 days working \+ Career pathway ......

About Hall \& Woodhouse \- Sunday Times Best Place to Work

Hall \& Woodhouse is the Dorset based brewer that owns over 150 high end pub restaurants and inns throughout the South of England. Founded in 1777 we are a family owned company that blends the best traditional values with a progressive and inclusive approach to business. We are recruiting a General Manager to lead our fabulous team in an amazing premium pub.

Dig the Gardeners Arms

Part of the Hall \& Woodhouse family of superb destination food pubs, and dating back to the 17th century, the Gardeners Arms is how we all imagine a country pub should be \- cosy in the winter, with roaring log fires and traditional oak beams, and glorious in the summer, with a beautiful garden. The pub even has its own grape vines and wild deer visit occasionally! It is a characterful place that celebrates the joy of horticulture with pin\-ups of famous gardeners in the loos, along with a host of other quirky décor touches that bring the pub to life.

What you'll enjoy as a GM with Hall \& Woodhouse:

  • Up to £46\.5K salary \+ profit share scheme \+ bonus

  • Comprehensive benefits \- health, pension, employee discounts, wellbeing support and much more

  • Structured development and mentoring with all the support you need to succeed

  • Recognition for talent, ambition and commitment

  • Security and progression, in a values\-led, sustainable business

  • The chance to be part of something very special in hospitality
What you'll need to be:
  • An experienced GM with great leadership capability within branded hospitality

  • Competent in kitchen oversight and the control of food production

  • Based in the local, area or planning to re\-locate

  • An expert in quality food and drink, with high attention to detail

  • A strategic commercially minded operator with experience growing hospitality businesses

  • Diligent with brand standards and processes

  • Well\-presented, analytical and proactive in problem\-solving

  • Able to commit for the long term

  • Determined to develop and maintain outstanding hospitality for our guests

  • A natural host who loves making people's day

  • Flexible and resilient with a solutions\-first mindset

Why Join H\&W?
  • Rich history, family owned since 1777

  • Iconic locations and a strong pipeline of new builds, openings and refurbishments

  • A supportive culture that values individuality and champions equal opportunity

  • Sunday Times Best Places to Work recognition

  • Pay, benefits and progression that reward performance and potential
If you are ready to lead this premium hospitality business, and ideally have a good knowledge of the local hospitality landscape, apply today

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