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General Manager - Live In Available - D'Parys - Bedford, BedfordshireCompany DescriptionD'Parys - our flagship pub, resides in the very town of our Grandfather’s brewery. Serving up beers made from the local water, our charming and charismatic pub and hotel is nestled in Bedford’s Victorian ‘urban vista’ of De Parys avenue. This magnificent site is nearby to the Bedford Park, bustling town centre, a short walk from the area’s proudest landmark (the Bedford Embankment) and just a fifty-minute train ride to the country’s capital.Your role as General Manager:Overall management of the pub, maintaining front and back of house standards to drive excellence in food and drink deliveryEnsuring guests are cared for to the highest standards and expectations exceededDelivering 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 controlCreate and maintain a motivated team with excellent standards identifying talent and ensuring successionRegular employee appraisals and implementation of performance managementRequirementsEnergetic 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 food environmentExcellent operational skills as well as a solid base of back office managementFull financial understanding, and be able to react to the ever-changing needs of the businessThe ability to lead from the front and develop & train the team where requiredA result driven and ambitious individual excited at the opportunity to grow your businessA passion for the industry and the challenges that come with itEnergy and motivation to successfully lead and inspire your teamOther informationIn return, we will provide you with a great package including:Up to £55,000 + LIVE IN28 days holidayPrivate HealthcareLife assurancePensionRetail & beer discountsFun culture in a unique workplacePassion and energy will be key – in return you will be given autonomy and ownership to take this business to new heights and the successful General Manager will have an opportunity to really stamp their own personality onto the operation.