General Manager - Embankment Bedfordshire

Position: General Manager - The Embankment Bedfordshire
General Manager
- The Embankment
- Bedford, Bedfordshire Company Description Set on the banks of the River Great Ouse, The Embankment Hotel Bedford combines boutique bedrooms, seasonal food, expertly crafted drinks and one of Bedford’s best riverside terraces. Built in 1891 and restored with modern comfort and character, The Embankment has become one of Bedford’s most loved spots for relaxed dining, weekend stays, celebrations and private events.

Position

Your role as General Manager:
Overall management of the pub, maintaining front and back of house standards to drive excellence in food and drink delivery Ensuring guests are cared for to the highest standards and expectations exceeded Delivering against key measures of sales, profit, and team retention whilst having fun along the way! Conduct regular stock control and compare to usage reports including waste records to identify opportunities for tighter control Create and maintain a motivated team with excellent standards identifying talent and ensuring succession Regular employee appraisals and implementation of performance management Requirements Energetic and vibrant, as General Manager you will be the face of our businesses and have a natural flair for hospitality and the ability to motivate and lead a team through your passion, standards and commitment.

Previous General Management experience, ideally gained in a gastro/ high quality fresh food environment An understanding of hotels and staycations! Excellent operational skills as well as a solid base of back office management Full financial understanding, and be able to react to the ever-changing needs of the business The ability to lead from the front and develop & train the team where required A result driven and ambitious individual excited at the opportunity to grow your business A passion for the industry and the challenges that come with it Energy and motivation to successfully lead and inspire your team Other information We will provide you with a great package including: £45,000 - £58,000  bonus 28 days holiday Private Healthcare Life assurance Holiday Buy and Sell Company Pension scheme Retail and beer discounts Refer a friend Bonus 50% off food on shift Employee assistance programme

Career development programme Fun culture surrounded by a supportive team