Assistant Manager

What you'll do

As Assistant Manager, you'll work closely with the General Manager to lead the team and run the pub, making sure every guest receives the warm, welcoming Farmhouse experience we're known for.

You'll be a visible leader on every shift, motivating your team, setting high standards and making sure we deliver great service even when we're at our busiest.

You'll support the General Manager with the day-to-day running of the pub, taking ownership of everything from team performance and guest experience to sales, standards, stock, health and safety and compliance.

You'll coach and develop your team, helping them build confidence, learn new skills and progress their careers, while creating a positive environment where people enjoy coming to work.

And when you're running the shift, you'll be the person the team looks to — making decisions, solving problems and keeping everything running smoothly.

About Walnut Tree Farm

Walnut Tree Farm is a true family destination in Nursling, Southampton. We're proud of our daily carvery, generous pub food and welcoming atmosphere, with a menu that includes everything from steaks and fish & chips to burgers, pies and desserts.

We also offer breakfast, takeaway and delivery, alongside our indoor and outdoor play areas, beer garden, car park and EV charging.

It's a busy operation with plenty of variety, so this is the perfect environment for someone who enjoys being hands-on, leading from the front and making things happen.

What we're looking for

We're looking for someone who:

• Has experience leading a team in hospitality, retail, leisure or a similar fast-paced environment.
• Is confident running a shift and making decisions when things get busy.
• Knows how to motivate a team and create a great working environment.
• Understands the importance of excellent customer service and commercial performance.
• Is organised, resilient and able to keep a clear head under pressure.
• Wants to develop their career and take on more responsibility.

You don't need to have done everything before. If you're an ambitious hospitality professional with the right attitude and leadership skills, we'll give you the training and support to develop.

Why Farmhouse Inns?

At Farmhouse Inns, we're all about generous food, great value and bringing people together.

As part of Greene King, you'll have access to fantastic training and development opportunities, giving you the chance to build your career across one of the UK's biggest hospitality businesses.

You'll also get:

• Competitive salary of £31,000 – £34,750 + bonus
• 33% employee discount and 15% for friends and family across Greene King pubs and brands
• 50% employee discount and 25% for friends and family at Greene King Inns and Hotels
• Wagestream – access to your earned pay when you need it
• Employee assistance programme offering wellbeing, financial and legal support
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Access to apprenticeships and structured career development
• The opportunity to progress across our many Greene King brands
• Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £1,500

Ready to take the next step?

If you're passionate about hospitality, love leading people and are ready to take your career to the next level, we'd love to hear from you.

Come and be part of the team at Walnut Tree Farm and help us make every visit a memorable one.

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