Bobbin Carrier, General Manager

Job Overview

We're looking for a General Manager for a stand-out. Salary up to £47k plus bonus and a generous benefits package.

Location

Cleckheaton, BD19 3QE

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary up to £47k plus bonus
• Performance based bonus, extra earning potential
• Live in accommodation / Live out allowance
• Access to relevant qualifications
• Progression opportunity
• Employer funded Private Medical Insurance
• Pension scheme with additional Life Assurance and Group Income Protection cover included
• Cheers Reward & Recognition Platform (earn points to spend for living and breathing our values and behaviours and access high street retailer discounts)
• Health Screening Discounts
• Long Service Awards
• 24-hour GP helpline
• Mortgage Advice and support
• On-site accommodation
• Award winning training and development

About the pub

The Bobbin Carrier, Cleckheaton, is a well-established and high-volume community pub with weekly sales of around £22,000 and a strong 60% food mix, driven by its popular seven-day carvery. Located just off the M62 and M606, it benefits from consistent local trade and excellent accessibility, making it a go to for families and regulars alike.

The site offers a large and versatile trading space, including a dedicated kids' zone, pub games area, function room, beer garden, external play area, and ample parking. It's a brilliant platform for a General Manager to maximise multiple revenue streams, build on an already strong food offer, and drive events and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Care about finding, growing and engaging your team.
• Be accountable for running all aspects of your pub.
• Be passionate about doing the right thing for your staff and your customers.
• Dream big and think differently about new ways to increase sales and growth.
• Celebrate and create a buzz by sharing enjoyable experiences.

Qualifications

Hands on General Manager with proven experience running a high volume carvery who can lead from the front, maintain consistency in food quality, and build a strong, motivated team. Clear opportunity to grow sales further through events, local engagement, and a well planned trading calendar.

Working Hours

As the General Manager of your pub, you'll be required to work at peak trading times which involves evenings & weekends, as well as peak trading days such as bank holidays & the festive period.

Bonus

Your quarterly bonus is based on sales uplift vs budget, Reputation score & Employee Engagement. Your annual bonus scheme is based on sales & profit performance vs budget.

Other Information

Management accommodation is available; situated on the first floor above the pub with 3 bedrooms in the main accommodation, kitchen, bathroom and living room. There is also a 1 bedroom flat with a kitchen/living area, bedroom and bathroom.