General Manager - King William Bedfordshire

Job Overview

The King William reopened in 2023 under Wells & Co management following a total major refurbishment which totally transformed the pub adding to the olde worlde charm and giving it all the facilities you would expect of a contemporary Managed Pub.

The King Bill dates back to the 1600s, making it one of the oldest buildings in Kempston and something of a local institution, attracting a loyal local crowd from Kempston as well as regular visitors from nearby Bedford and Milton Keynes.

With a reputation built upon wholesome quality pub food, the King William is renowned for its warm welcome and enticing environment, not to mention its versatility. Grade II listed, flagstone floors, a feature fireplace and spacious garden give it all the charm you'd expect of a delightful country pub.

• Overall management of the pub, maintaining front and back of house standards to drive excellence in food and drink delivery.
• Ensuring guests are cared for to the highest standards and expectations exceeded.
• Delivering 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 control.
• Create and maintain a motivated team with excellent standards, identifying talent and ensuring succession.
• Regular employee appraisals and implementation of performance management.

• Energetic and vibrant, as General Manager you will be the face of our business 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 wet‑led community pub environment.
• Excellent operational skills as well as a solid base of back office management.
• Full financial understanding, and be able to react to the ever‑changing needs of the business.
• The ability to lead from the front and develop & train the team where required.
• A result driven and ambitious individual excited at the opportunity to grow your business.
• A passion for the industry and the challenges that come with it.
• Energy and motivation to successfully lead and inspire your team.

• £36,000 – £45,000 + bonus
• 28 days holiday
• Private Healthcare
• Life assurance
• Holiday Buy and Sell
• Company Pension scheme
• Retail and beer discounts
• Refer a friend Bonus Cycle to work scheme
• 50% off food on shift
• Employee assistance programme
• Benefits portal
• Career development programme
• Fun culture surrounded by a supportive team