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Area Manager – Hospitality (Pubs)Location: North West - Manchester, LancashireSalary: £60,000 – £70,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + BenefitsSP Executive Search is seeking an experienced Area Manager to join a leading hospitality business operating a branded estate of self-employed public houses. This role suits a commercially sharp operator who understands how to balance brand standards with entrepreneurial agreements, while driving performance across high-volume, food-led pubs.This is for a branded self-employed pub estate, supporting experienced operators within a structured concept framework.Key Responsibilities:Oversee the commercial performance of a branded patch across the North West, supporting self-employed publicans to deliver against brand, sales and profit targetsDrive high-volume, food-led performance through structured business reviews, menu execution and operational disciplineCoach and challenge publicans on labour control, GP management, food quality and guest experienceEnsure consistent delivery of brand standards across service, product, and complianceAnalyse P&L results, identify trends and implement clear action plans to improve performanceSupport local marketing initiatives and national campaign execution to maximise footfallCollaborate with central teams (food, marketing, property and regional leadership) to deliver estate strategyWhat We're Looking For:Proven multi-site management experience within high-volume pubs, casual dining or branded restaurant environmentsStrong background in food-led operations, ideally with fresh food experienceExperience operating within a branded concept where consistency and standards are criticalCommercially astute – confident interpreting P&Ls, managing margins and driving top-line growthAble to influence and challenge self-employed operators while maintaining strong working relationshipsResilient, data-driven and hands-on, with a clear focus on operational excellenceIf you're a results-driven Area Manager with a strong food and branded background, ready to drive performance across a high-volume self-employed estate, we'd love to speak with you.Apply via SP Executive Search.SP Executive Search partners with the Hospitality & Retail sector to appoint mid-senior operational leaders.