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Roaming General Manager – Be the Driving Force Behind Exceptional Pubs
Location: Hampshire, Wiltshire, Berkshire & Surrey
Pay: Up to £50,000 annual + Tronc (worth up to £3,500/year) + Mileage
Experience: 1 Year+ in a leadership role
Take the Wheel with Upham Inns – Where No Two Days Are the Same
Are you a seasoned hospitality powerhouse with sharp operational instincts, a flair for food and drink, and a passion for leadership on the move? We’re looking for a Roaming General Manager – a key player who’ll inject energy, expertise, and excellence across our collection of 14 stunning pubs and boutique inns.
This is more than just a job – it’s a career-defining opportunity to leave your mark, support high-performing teams, and fast-track your path to senior leadership, all while exploring the beautiful South of England.
What You’ll Be Owning
Lead Where You're Needed Most – Step in to stabilise, energise, and elevate operations across our pubs. From calm country inns to high-energy hotspots, you’ll be the calm in the chaos and the spark that drives success.
Be the Culture Carrier – Lead by example across both FOH and BOH. Inspire teams, set the standard, and drive a unified vision of excellence.
Coach & Elevate – Develop talent, drive engagement, and create guest experiences that keep people coming back. Your mentorship will shape the future of our business.
Keep Standards Sky-High – From compliance to cleanliness, food quality to guest satisfaction – you’ll be relentless in upholding what great looks like.
Partner with GMs – Work side-by-side with pub leaders to boost performance, solve challenges, and spot commercial wins.
Roll Up Your Sleeves – Whether it’s stepping in during staff shortages, launching new sites, or turning the tide at a struggling pub – you’re there, making it happen.
What You’ll Get
Up to £40,000 annually + Tronc (worth up to £3,500/year)
Paid mileage – travel stress-free
Flexible shifts that fit around your lifestyle
Up to 40% off meals on shift – treat yourself and your crew
33% off stays at our boutique inns – 20% off for friends & family
Fast-track to General Manager – we invest in your journey
Free Lifestyle Card – 5,000+ discounts across travel, fashion & more
Long-service awards, bonuses & referral rewards up to £1,000
What You Bring
Proven leadership in hospitality – pubs, kitchens, or multi-site operations
Strong knowledge of both BOH and FOH practices
A motivator with high standards and infectious energy
Commercial savvy – confident with P&L, labour, stock, and compliance
A cool head under pressure and a knack for problem-solving
Full UK driving licence + access to your own vehicle
Right to work in the UK
Who We Are
We’re Upham Inns – a growing family of uniquely charming pubs and boutique inns across the South of England. Think welcoming atmospheres, scratch-cooked food, and a team-first culture. We’re also the creators of the vibrant and fast-expanding Harper’s Steakhouse brand.
We believe in building more than great venues – we build great careers.
Ready to Take the Lead and Make an Impact?
If you're a natural-born leader ready for variety, responsibility, and the thrill of the open road – join the Upham family. Let’s shape the future of hospitality together.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
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Full-time
Job function
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Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
Hospitality
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