Pub Manager – Lead Hospitality Team in Bath

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Pub Manager to lead The Architect, a vibrant venue within The Empire Hotel in Bath. You will have full autonomy over the bar offering, collaborate with the kitchen to create seasonal menus, and design and host a variety of events, from weddings to corporate functions.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day pub operations, ensuring high standards of service and product quality.
• Manage the bar product range and work closely with the kitchen team on seasonal menu development.
• Plan, promote and host private events, weddings and corporate functions to drive revenue.
• Lead, train and motivate a friendly, ambitious team while maintaining health and safety compliance.
• Monitor financial performance, control costs and contribute to profit‑share targets.

Required profile

• Warm, charismatic leader with proven experience managing a busy pub or restaurant.
• Strong independent mindset with a creative approach to running the venue as your own.
• Passion for food, drink and especially beer, with solid knowledge of hospitality trends.

Required skills

What we offer

• Salary up to £71,000 per year, including profit‑share bonus paid monthly.
• Tronc (card tips) paid directly into your bank account.
• Free meals on shift, 30% discount for you and your network across the group.
• NEST pension, life assurance and a range of wellbeing benefits.
• Flexible pay options, cycle‑to‑work and electric‑vehicle schemes.
• Generous referral bonus, discounted gym membership and regular social events.
• Comprehensive development programmes, leadership courses and clear career progression pathways.