General Manager

About Knight & Garter

Knight & Garter is a carefully created, pub & dining room located in Leicester’s Old Town on Hotel Street. Known locally as “The Knight”, the venue blends the warmth and familiarity of a upscale pub with an Italian‑inspired dining room, handcrafted drinks and atmosphere. The space is full of character, with striking décor, carefully zoned areas, a vibrant bar, elegant dining room and an outdoor terrace.

From relaxed daytime dining to lively evenings and celebratory occasions, Knight & Garter attracts a diverse and loyal guest base and continues to grow its reputation as a destination venue. The business is proudly part of the Beautiful Pubs Collective, a values‑led hospitality group recognised nationally for its people‑first culture, high standards and community‑focused approach.

As an Independent Leicestershire business, the Beautiful Pubs Collective has earned national recognition for curating distinctive guest‑focused pubs & putting its people at the heart of everything it does. Our venues are community hubs where warm service, quality food and drink, and beautifully considered spaces come together to create memorable experiences time after time. We are looking for an exceptional General Manager to help lead our pub, our people and our performance into the future.

• Competitive salary with performance incentives
• Accredited training before your first day to support a strong start
• Ongoing personal development meetings and career progression support
• In‑house incentives, generous team discounts and Bike2
  
  Work scheme
• Equal share of tips through Tip Jar
• Team socials and annual company awards
• Industry‑leading EAP & Wellbeing Support Platform
• Company Discount
• Regular supplier trips & Industry seminars

As General Manager, you will have full accountability for the success of Knight & Garter. You will lead the team, oversee day‑to‑day operations, protect standards and compliance, and drive strong commercial performance while ensuring an outstanding guest experience at every touchpoint. You will be hands‑on, visible in the business and confident balancing people leadership with financial and operational responsibility.

A minimum of two years’ experience as a General Manager within hospitality, ideally in a pub or restaurant setting. A strong, people‑focused leader who builds engaged, high‑performing teams. Commercially aware, with experience managing budgets, stock, labour and profitability. Passionate about hospitality, quality and delivering genuinely memorable guest experiences.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Hospitality