General Manager

General Manager – The Wheelwright’s Arms, Havant

Up to £47,000 + Bonus + up to £5,000 Tronc

About Us

The Wheelwright’s Arms isn’t just a pub — it’s the pub. We’re the place where Sunday roasts are a weekly ritual, the pints are always cold, the gravy’s always hot, and the welcome’s always warmer than your nan’s hug.

We’re part of Upham Inns, a family of gorgeous pubs across Southern England. That means you get the charm of a proper local with the perks, training, and career growth of a bigger company. Win-win.

The Gig

We need a General Manager who’s equal parts leader, host, and fixer-of-everything. Someone who can keep the team inspired, the guests delighted, and the business booming — all while making it look effortless (and maybe cracking the occasional joke).

The Perks

• Up to £47,000 per annum + Bonus + Tronc (up to £5,000/year)
• Flexible shifts — because you’ve got a life too
• 33% off food for you and up to 6 guests
• Hotel discounts (because everyone needs a getaway)
• Career development with a clear growth pathway
• Lifestyle Card with 5,000+ discounts — from coffee to cinema
• Service awards & referral bonuses (up to £1,000)
• Work for a company that’s big enough to support you, small enough to care
  
  

You’ll Be The Sort Of Person Who

• Can walk into a room and instantly make people feel welcome
• Has 1+ year as a GM in a premium pub
• Knows your P&L from your IPA
• Can lead a team without losing your cool (or your sense of humour)
• Loves hospitality — like, really loves it
• Is happy to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays (because that’s when the magic happens)
  
  

What You’ll Actually Do

• Lead the team from the front — part coach, part motivator, part bad-joke teller
• Keep guests smiling and coming back for more
• Manage the serious stuff — P&L, stock, labour costs — without killing the vibe
• Be the face of The Wheelwright’s Arms in the local community
• Make sure the pub is safe, compliant, and always looking its best
  
  

So if you’re ready to take the reins, run a pub you can be proud of, and become part of a growing family that values people as much as profit — pull yourself a pint, click apply and get that CV over to us.