General Manager

Are you a seasoned and dynamic leader with a passion for hospitality?

We are seeking an experienced General Manager to lead the way in delivering exceptional experiences at the The Highdown, in Goring-by-Sea. 

The Highdown is a picturesque pub, hotel, and tea-room, celebrated for its delicious cuisine and outstanding service. Set in the beautiful surroundings of West Sussex, we take pride in using locally sourced ingredients to create innovative and memorable dining experiences.

You’ll have autonomy over bar products, work with the kitchen team to create seasonal menus, and use your entrepreneurial flair to design your own events to drive the business!  

And there’s plenty more in it for you!

Your Bread and Butter

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• Package up to £60,000 including profit share paid monthly based on your pub’s performance
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• A large open-plan 3 bed apartment with roof terrace, with all bills except council tax covered by us.
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The Extras 

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• We know you work hard so we feed you well - free meals on shift, choose from the menu!
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• 30% discount for you, your friends and family across B&P and our group including Wagamama.
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• It’s never too early to start saving for the future with a NEST pension.
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• Protection for your family with life assurance.
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• Great discounts via Perks on Tap saving you money on everyday purchases and more.
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• Cycle to work scheme.
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• Electric vehicle scheme.
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• £1,000 referral bonus for introducing new Managers or Chefs to the company.
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• Wagestream - use flexible pay to choose when to get paid.
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Your Wellbeing – it’s important to us!

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• Free 24-hour confidential legal and information helpline for you and your family.
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• Bespoke wellbeing support offering free counselling for all crew.
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• Access to health checks and virtual GP appointments.
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• Discounted gym membership.
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• Plenty of social get togethers – it’s not all work and no play.
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• Recognition platform with regular thankyous.
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Career progression – we want you to grow with us!

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• Superb internal and external development programmes to support your progress.
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• Advanced Leadership Skills course enhancing self-awareness and soft skills.
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• Regular days out exploring fresh seasonal produce.
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• Bespoke drinks tasting events.
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• We encourage movement between our pubs so you can have a long-term career with B&P.
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About you...

We’re looking for a warm and charismatic manager to lead a friendly, ambitious team and drive this busy pub forwards. You’ll enjoy a high degree of independence with the freedom to be creative and run the Highdown as if it were truly your own.

You’ll be interested in and knowledgeable about food and drink with a genuine passion for beer and wine. Commercially and financially astute, you’re at your happiest managing a large team, whilst overseeing all aspects of this multifaceted business. Delighting customers whilst training, inspiring and developing your team.

As a proven general manager from a premium, food-led background, you’ve previously built a successful business with a good local reputation and will thrive in a place where you have the freedom to do exactly that. Experience of multi-site or hotels would be advantageous.

About us...

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• A family of 79 pubs and still growing!
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• A company with heart, where individuality, personality and diversity are encouraged.
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• A company committed to reducing our carbon footprint, working sustainably, and supporting our local communities.
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• @brunningandpricecareers #bandplife
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If you’re ready to be part of a family where you can genuinely make a difference, then make your next career move a position with Brunning and Price. Apply now!