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Type: Full‑time, permanent Start: Immediate We’re looking for an experienced and ambitious General Manager to take the lead at a high‑performing country pub with rooms located just outside Ashford, Kent. This business combines premium dining, boutique accommodation and a growing events opportunity which makes it one of the area’s most desirable hospitality destinations. Weekly sales are strong and consistent, driven by a mix of locals, destination diners, and overnight guests. The business benefits from a large garden and outdoor service area, a modern food offer, and a loyal, well‑trained team. The new General Manager will inherit a well‑structured operation but have full autonomy to shape its next phase of growth. • Lead all aspects of the operation – bar, restaurant, rooms, and events., • Motivate and develop a team of around 25 staff, ensuring high service standards., • Drive sales growth through exceptional guest experiences and local engagement., • Take ownership of P&L, labour control, and stock management., • Maintain consistent quality across food, drink, and accommodation., • Experienced in premium pub, restaurant, or hotel management, ideally £20k+ weekly turnover., • A natural people leader with a calm, motivational approach., • Financially astute, with a strong grasp of margins, rotas, and costs., • Passionate about food, drink, and genuine hospitality., • Adaptable – equally comfortable hosting guests, managing events, or planning strategy., • £37,000–£40,000 basic + tips and performance bonus structure., • Potential live‑in accommodation., • Supportive ownership team and group growth opportunities., • Autonomy to run the business your way with clear investment backing., • If you’re ready for a new challenge and want to lead one of Kent’s most rewarding pub‑with‑rooms operations, we’d love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr