Pub General manager

Job description

The Opportunity:

We are recruiting for an experienced and driven General Manager to lead The Landor – a large, high-volume fun pub in the heart of Clapham.

This is a standout opportunity to take full ownership of a busy, well-established site with strong wet-led trade, live sport, private hire, and a loyal local following. We’re looking for a hands-on operator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can deliver both commercial performance and exceptional guest experience.

About the Role

As General Manager, you will have full responsibility for the performance of the business, including:

• Driving sales, profit, and operational excellence
• Leading, developing and inspiring a large front-of-house team
• Managing all aspects of HR, including recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, disciplinaries and staff welfare
• Ensuring full compliance with employment law and company procedures
• Delivering high standards across service, atmosphere, and compliance
• Managing labour, stock, and GP control
• A hands-on leader who is visible on the floor and leads the team through busy services
• Maximising revenue through events, sport and peak trading periods

This is a role for someone who is as comfortable on the floor during a busy service as they are reviewing the weekly P&L and planning the week ahead.

About You

We’re looking for a confident and energetic leader who:

• Has proven experience as a General Manager in a high-volume pub/bar
• Has strong experience managing HR processes and team performance
• Is commercially astute with solid financial understanding
• Leads from the front and is excellent with both customers and staff
• Has experience managing busy, high-volume trading environments
• Is confident handling disciplinary processes and difficult conversations
• Is passionate about hospitality and creating a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere
• Can build, train and retain a high-performing team

Salary & Benefits

• Up to £45,000 base salary (depending on experience)
• Performance-related bonus 
• Real autonomy to run the business
• Opportunity to grow within an independent, ambitious operation
• Staff perks and incentives
• Real input into business decisions and new site acquisitions

Why Join The Landor?

• High-profile, high-capacity venue (~400 capacity)
• Established reputation with strong local following
• Strong mix of sport, events, and community trade
• Independence – ability to make real impact and decisions

Apply

If you are an experienced General Manager ready to take on a high-energy, rewarding site, apply now with your CV.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Clapham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

02-09-2026

Profession type

Management

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English