General Manager

General Manager – The Wheelwright’s Arms, Havant
Up to £47,000 + Bonus + up to £5,000 Tronc

About Us
The Wheelwright’s Arms isn’t just a pub — it’s the pub. We’re the place where Sunday roasts are a weekly ritual, the pints are always cold, the gravy’s always hot, and the welcome’s always warmer than your nan’s hug.

We’re part of Upham Inns, a family of gorgeous pubs across Southern England. That means you get the charm of a proper local with the perks, training, and career growth of a bigger company. Win-win.

The Gig
We need a General Manager who’s equal parts leader, host, and fixer-of-everything. Someone who can keep the team inspired, the guests delighted, and the business booming — all while making it look effortless (and maybe cracking the occasional joke).

The Perks:

• Up to £47,000 per annum + Bonus + Tronc (up to £5,000/year)

• Flexible shifts — because you’ve got a life too

• 33% off food for you and up to 6 guests

• Hotel discounts (because everyone needs a getaway)

• Career development with a clear growth pathway

• Lifestyle Card with 5,000+ discounts — from coffee to cinema

• Service awards & referral bonuses (up to £1,000)

• Work for a company that’s big enough to support you, small enough to care

You’ll be the sort of person who:

• Can walk into a room and instantly make people feel welcome

• Has 1+ year as a GM in a premium pub

• Knows your P&L from your IPA

• Can lead a team without losing your cool (or your sense of humour)

• Loves hospitality — like, really loves it

• Is happy to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays (because that’s when the magic happens)

What you’ll actually do:

• Lead the team from the front — part coach, part motivator, part bad-joke teller

• Keep guests smiling and coming back for more

• Manage the serious stuff — P&L, stock, labour costs — without killing the vibe

• Be the face of The Wheelwright’s Arms in the local community

• Make sure the pub is safe, compliant, and always looking its best

So if you’re ready to take the reins, run a pub you can be proud of, and become part of a growing family that values people as much as profit — pull yourself a pint, click apply and get that CV over to us.