Be Part of Something Special. Lead the Next Chapter. This is an incredible opportunity to join a multi-award-winning family business as the General Manager of their exciting new gastro pub which opens early 2026.
Our Client is looking for someone who’s as passionate about great food, drink, and people as they are.
With the pub opening next year, role starting in the next two months you’ll be joining at the most thrilling moment — helping to shape its reputation and make it the place to eat, drink, and relax in Denbighshire.
About the Role As General Manager, you’ll be the face of the business — leading from the front, building a talented team, and creating an atmosphere that feels like home for guests and staff alike.
This role offers genuine autonomy and creativity — you’ll have input on everything from beers and wines to service style and events. It’s your chance to make your mark and run the pub as if it were your own.
About You We’re not looking for a corporate manager — we’re looking for a born host.
Someone who:
Is outgoing, warm, and naturally engaging with people from all walks of life
Has a real passion for great food, beer, and wine
Leads with energy, positivity, and personality
Knows how to build and motivate a great team
Has pub or hospitality management experience, ideally within fresh food or premium settings
Loves being on the floor, chatting to guests, and setting the tone for a brilliant service If you’re the kind of person who can light up a room and make guests feel instantly welcome, you’ll fit right in.
What’s in It for You
Be Part of Something Special. Lead the Next Chapter. This is an incredible opportunity to join a multi-award-winning family business as the Opening General Manager of their exciting new gastro pub.
Following the huge success of their first foodie pub with rooms — already making waves across the West Country — this growing, independent company is ready to open the doors to its next venture. And they’re looking for someone who’s as passionate about great food, drink, and people as they are.
With the pub opening next week, you’ll be joining at the most thrilling moment — from launch day onwards — helping to shape its reputation and make it the place to eat, drink, and relax in Somerset.
About the Role As General Manager, you’ll be the face of the business — leading from the front, building a talented team, and creating an atmosphere that feels like home for guests and staff alike.
This role offers genuine autonomy and creativity — you’ll have input on everything from beers and wines to service style and events. It’s your chance to make your mark and run the pub as if it were your own.
About You We’re not looking for a corporate manager — we’re looking for a born host.
Someone who:
Is outgoing, warm, and naturally engaging with people from all walks of life
Has a real passion for great food, beer, and wine
Leads with energy, positivity, and personality
Knows how to build and motivate a great team
Has pub or hospitality management experience, ideally within fresh food or premium settings
Loves being on the floor, chatting to guests, and setting the tone for a brilliant service If you’re the kind of person who can light up a room and make guests feel instantly welcome, you’ll fit right in.
What’s in It for You
Competitive salary + performance-based bonus
Freedom to influence menus, wine lists, and guest experiences
Opportunity to lead a brand-new opening and truly make it your own
Backing and support from an award-winning, family-run company
Clear opportunities for career progression as the group continues to grow
A fun, collaborative, and non-corporate culture where great people thrive Why Join This Team? This is not a big chain or faceless brand. It’s a close-knit, down-to-earth, family-run company that values passion, creativity, and integrity.
You’ll have the freedom to do things properly, the support to grow, and the chance to help build something extraordinary from day one.
Apply Now If you’re ready to lead a launch, shape a new venue, and bring your energy, personality, and passion for hospitality to a role where you can truly make an impact — we’d love to hear from you.
📅 Interviews are happening now – the pub opens next week!
Apply today and take the reins as Opening General Manager of one of Somerset’s most exciting new foodie destinations.
3 bedroomed accommodation - no rent or bills
Freedom to influence menus, wine lists, and guest experiences
Opportunity to lead a brand-new opening and truly make it your own
Backing and support from an award-winning, family-run company
Clear opportunities for career progression as the group continues to grow
A fun, collaborative, and non-corporate culture where great people thrive Why Join This Team? This is not a big chain or faceless brand. It’s a close-knit, down-to-earth, family-run company that values passion, creativity, and integrity.
You’ll have the freedom to do things properly, the support to grow, and the chance to help build something extraordinary from day one.
Apply Now If you’re ready to lead a launch, shape a new venue, and bring your energy, personality, and passion for hospitality to a role where you can truly make an impact — we’d love to hear from you.
📅 Interviews are happening in the next few weeks – the pub opens next year!
Apply today and take the reins as Opening General Manager of one of Ruthin's most exciting new foodie destinations.
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