via Indeed · 18 September 2026 ·3 days ago

Pub Assistant Manager

Nailmaker Pub Co.
Barnsley Full-time
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Nailmaker Pub Co.

Our modern, village freehold business with seven sites, our own cask and craft brewery, and gin distillery is looking for an Assistant Manager to join the team at our popular location in Mapplewell.

Position Overview:

This position requires someone who is passionate, personable, energetic, and capable of helping to manage and motivate the team to deliver excellent customer service and achieve high standards in all aspects of the operation.

We are looking for someone who has a passion for and knowledge of our products: cask and craft, wine, gin, cocktails, and on\-trend food. Experience in A la Carte Restaurant would be ideal.

You must be able to provide customer service that is prompt, helpful, and engaging, so having great social skills is essential. A genuine interest in learning about our products and staying updated with changing offers is also necessary.

Your Role:

  • Deliver excellent customer service, exceeding expectations and achieving exceptional customer satisfaction results.

  • Assist and support the site general manager in effectively running the pub, being aware of and proactive about the condition of the building inside and out.

  • Coordinate and manage restaurant service, ensuring all aspects are executed smoothly and to a high standard. This require prompt and professional written communication via messenger and email as well as telephone.

  • Contribute content for subscribed social media platforms.

  • Be hands\-on.

  • Maintain all company procedures, food standards, and health and safety policies.

  • Occasionally present the weekly pub quiz in a fun and professional manner.

  • Manage and maintain exceptional cleanliness standards around all areas of the pub.

  • Adhere to clear company cash handling, storage, and banking procedures.
Operational Responsibilities:
  • Beer line cleaning and cellar management.

  • Bring fun and enjoyment to the service team while ensuring the service level remains professional, maintaining high standards of personal appearance and attitude.

  • Identify new ways to improve guest experience and, in conjunction with other management, introduce these to the pub.

  • Handle customer complaints (written or verbal) in an assertive, pleasant, and professional manner to ensure complete customer satisfaction.

  • Understand and follow company policies and procedures regarding personnel matters.
Commercial Responsibilities:
  • Understand weekly sales vs. wage reports and act accordingly to reduce over or understaffing on shifts.

  • Manage or assist with managing bar stock at the pubs to ensure efficient stock holding and rotation, minimizing wastage.

  • Understand and manage the company operating systems for staff rota, restaurant bookings, and online ordering.
Essential Qualities:
  • A leader who is personable, energetic, and capable of managing and motivating team members to deliver excellent customer service and achieve impeccable standards.

  • Passion for real ale, craft beer, wine, cocktails, and great food.

  • A strong and positive representative of the business, striving to exceed customer expectations.

  • Honest, dedicated, and hardworking.

  • A fun person with a good sense of humor who enjoys interacting with customers and staff members.

  • Ambition, drive, and the will to succeed and overcome challenges.

  • Fun, confident, and enthusiastic personality who takes pride in achieving exceptional customer service results.

  • Attention to detail, always ensuring everything is in place.

  • Enthusiastic to learn, comfortable rising to challenges, and willing to get more involved.

  • Proficient in IT, with an understanding of spreadsheets, word processing, and social media.

  • Must be able to work primarily evenings, weekends, and holidays.
We are committed to a program of continuous improvement by training and developing staff, providing a career path for progression.

If you have a genuine passion for hospitality and would like to join a highly successful company brimming with potential, we want to hear from you.

We offer a monthly salary plus paid overtime, opportunities for real career progression, and the chance to work for an award\-winning company that is rapidly expanding.

To find out more about us, check out our social media.

Job Type: Full\-time

Pay: £27,500\.00\-£30,250\.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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