Lead one of Hampshire’s most beautiful country pubs
Nestled in the picturesque village of Amport, Hampshire,
The Hawk Inn is everything a great country pub should be. Surrounded by rolling
countryside and just moments from the historic market town of Andover, it’s a
pub full of character, warmth and charm.
With beautiful bedrooms, a stunning garden, and a reputation
for exceptional food and genuine hospitality, The Hawk Inn is a destination for
locals and visitors alike. From relaxed drinks in the bar to memorable dining
experiences and peaceful overnight stays, it’s a pub that truly sits at the
heart of its community.
We are now looking for an exceptional General Manager
to take the reins and lead this fantastic pub into its next chapter.
This is a rare opportunity to run a pub you can truly be
proud of. A place where your personality, leadership and passion for
hospitality will shape the culture, the guest experience and the success of the
business.
What’s in it for you?
* Up
to £45,000 per year plus bonus
* Share
of Tronc worth up to £5,000 per year
* Flexible
shift patterns to support work life balance
* Up
to 33% off meals for you and up to six guests when dining off duty
* 33%
off hotel stays and 20% Friends & Family discount
* A structured
development programme with a clear pathway for career growth
* Lifestyle
Card giving access to 5,000+ discounts across retail, travel,
entertainment and more
* Service
awards recognising loyalty and contribution
* Refer
a friend incentives and chef recruitment bonuses up to £1,000
The opportunity
Being a General Manager at Upham Inns is about more than
running a pub.
It’s about creating a place people love to visit and a team
people love to work in.
At The Hawk Inn, you will have the freedom to shape the
guest experience from the moment someone books a table to the warm farewell at
the end of their visit. You will build a passionate team, develop future
leaders, and ensure every guest leaves already planning their return.
With its beautiful setting, strong reputation and loyal
local following, The Hawk Inn offers the perfect stage for a General
Manager who takes pride in delivering truly memorable hospitality.
What we’re looking for
* Experience
as a General Manager in a gastro style pub, or strong leadership
experience across quality pub or restaurant environments
* A
natural leader who inspires, develops and motivates teams
* Passion
for delivering exceptional guest experiences every time
* A
proactive, reliable and highly organised approach
* Strong
commercial awareness with experience managing P&L, sales and labour
budgets
* The
ability to build relationships within the local community
* Availability
to work up to 48 hours per week including evenings and weekends
* Right
to work in the UK
What you’ll be responsible for
* Overall
management of the pub in line with Upham Inns brand standards and
procedures
* Leading
from the front with a hands-on approach to coaching, training and team
development
* Building
strong connections with the local community, ensuring the pub remains a
key village destination
* Driving
a culture of great food, great drinks and warm hospitality
* Ensuring
the highest standards of health, safety and compliance
* Acting
as DPS, ensuring licensing requirements are met
* Managing
stock, ordering and wastage control
* Planning
rotas at least two weeks in advance in line with labour budgets
About Upham Inns
We own a collection of beautiful, individual premium pubs
across Southern England.
Our pubs are located in idyllic villages and towns where we
proudly serve as the quality local, offering fresh seasonal pub food, welcoming
hospitality and stylish bedrooms.
We’re also expanding with Harper’s Steakhouse, our premium
American steakhouse concept.
It’s an exciting time for our business. We’re investing,
growing and continuing to build a pub family we are incredibly proud of.
Join the Upham Inns family
We’re big enough to offer opportunity, development and
investment, yet small enough to truly care about our people.
Our General Managers have the freedom to run their pubs with
pride, supported by a passionate team who believe great hospitality is about bringing
people together and creating memorable experiences.
If you’re ready to lead a pub like The Hawk Inn, build a
fantastic team and create a place guests love to return to, we would love to
hear from you.