Area Operations Manager - Lancashire, Wigan

Award-winning modern & sustainable office with the option of hybrid working.

33 days annual leave with option to buy/sell up to 5 additional days per year.

Enhanced parental leave policies.

30% discount off food & drink in our pubs.

Location: Wigan, WN6 0HW.

Area Operations Manager - Lancashire

Salary from £60,000 per annum, plus £7.5k car allowance.

We are seeking a passionate, people-focused, and guest-obsessed Area Operations Manager to join Marston's and help us become the UK's number 1 pub company.

Supporting our Self-Employed Partners to maximize their pub business opportunities, managing an area of 27 pubs under Partnership agreements across Lancashire, Greater Manchester, and Macclesfield. This role reports to a Regional Operations Manager within our North Division.

Benefits include a competitive salary, generous car allowance, 25 days holiday, private healthcare (for you and your family), Marston's Rewards discounts, a personal discount card for our pubs, a "Save as you earn" share scheme, and an uncapped operations bonus scheme based on individual and regional performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full P&L responsibility, focusing on driving sales, guest experience, and achieving KPIs.
• Develop and grow your team of Self-Employed Pub Partners, enabling them to reach their potential and increase sales.
• Maximize profit opportunities with commercial acumen.
• Manage your time effectively, network for recruitment, and demonstrate pace and urgency.
• Deliver excellent guest service and high standards.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with departments like Marketing, Finance, Recruitment, HR, etc.

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience in multi-site management with a passion for hospitality and service.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Proven track record in P&L management and commercial awareness.
• Ability to recruit effectively and nurture talent.
• A community-oriented mindset and a love for local pubs.

It's important to live near your area and have the ability to drive.

Additional benefits include:

• Training and induction from our NITA award-winning training team.
• Apprenticeship and development programs.
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave.
• 30% discount in Marston's pubs and accommodation discounts.
• Access to the Marston's Cheers Platform for retail discounts.
• Save as you earn scheme.
• Employee assistance program for well-being support.

We value personality and attitude over background. Join us and be yourself. We look forward to what we can achieve together.

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