Capex Investment due Jan 2026 to transform the Jonty Farmer into our 'Grandstand' format - the place where every game and event feels epic!
With huge screens, top-tier entertainment, great food & drink, and an unbeatable atmosphere. Now we’re looking for a dynamic General Manager to be part of it.
At our Grandstand pubs we don’t just show live sport - we live it. From football to live music, this is where fans belong, and where your next partnership could belong too.
Salary up to £42,000 plus bonus and a generous benefits package!
Marston’s is one of the UK’s largest and most beloved pub chains and today, we operate more than 1,300 pubs, bars and hotels. Now, we’re on the lookout for a great General Manager to take charge at the Jonty Farmer in Derby and lead the team to success!
What you get
At Marston’s we’re one big family. We put our people first, which is why we offer real benefits including:
* Additional earnings potential through bonus and incentive schemes
* Marston’s Cheers Platform, giving you access to discount at major retailers
* Access to a pension plan
* On-site accommodation
* Private healthcare
* Award winning training and development
About the pub
The Jonty Farmer is a one room operation. The Jonty Farmer is within 1/2 mile of the main Derby University complex and easy access to the City Centre. The Jonty Farmer is currently well known for live music events and being the hub of community. It is currently trading around £14,000 per week and a 65/35 wet led split.
We are looking for an experienced operator that loves sport and running a pub at the heart of the community. You must be a team builder and wanting to be the face of the business. We need an operator who is agile and resourceful and able to flip the many hats needed - sports, food, wet occasion and community events.
Management accommodation is available in the form of
Have you got what it takes?
It’s true, being a Pub Manager is demanding but the people make it much more than just a job. Brimming with energy and ideas, you’ll add touches of your personality to your pub and think of new ways to delight and excite your customers. You’ll thrive off growing your business and have a ‘lead from the front’ mentality and passion for nurturing your team.
As a General Manager you’ll:
* Care about finding, growing and engaging your team.
* Be accountable for running all aspects of your pub.
* Be passionate about doing the right thing for your staff and your customers.
* Dream big and think differently about new ways to increase sales and growth.
* Celebrate and create a buzz by sharing enjoyable experiences.
Are we right for you?
From cosy locals to pub-restaurants, our destination businesses serve up an award-winning selection of pub classics and innovative new dishes. What’s more, our impressive drinks portfolio combines well-known brands, like Estrella and Hobgoblin, with outstanding craft ales and beers. Add a dash of our unique Marston’s atmosphere and we have the ingredients to make every visit a fantastic experience for our customers. The same goes for our people and as one of our General Managers you’ll find a premium blend of challenge, security and career progression. And whenever you need support or guidance advice from your area manager, you’ll find their door is always open.