Job Description

General Manager (Food & Beverage) -- The Old Courthouse, Coleraine

Salary: 36,000-42,000 per annum (DOE) + performance package

Contract: Full-time, permanent | Location: Coleraine town centre | Start: ASAP

About The Old Courthouse

Recently refurbished and under new ownership and management Iconic, beautiful town-centre public house with character and energy Food, drink and interactive activities for our customers Full a la carte menu and drinks offering
We're building something special--and we want a General Manager who treats the business as if it were their own. You'll have significant support from our Head Office, Area Manager and Directors, and the autonomy to shape standards, people and performance.

What you'll lead (key responsibilities)

Full venue ownership across service, standards, and compliance--ensure a guest experience that's memorable every time Commercial leadership: P&L, forecasting, cost control (GP/wage%), rota's, stock, suppliers, and menu profitability People: hire, train, coach and performance-manage FOH/BOH teams; build a positive, accountable culture Operations: deliver smooth shifts, uphold H&S/food safety/licensing, and keep the site immaculate Marketing & community: plan local activations, partnerships and campaigns to drive footfall and repeat visits Reporting: clear weekly KPIs and actions; work with senior leadership on targets and growth plans

What great looks like (about you)

Ambitious, driven, proactive--naturally takes initiative and thinks like an owner Minimum 2 years' experience managing a food & beverage venue or an accomplished Assistant Manager ready to step up Track record of lifting guest satisfaction, team performance and site profitability Confident with budgeting/P&L, rota planning, stock control and supplier management Strong recruiter and trainer--hires for attitude, trains for skill Cool head under pressure; excellent communication and guest-first mindset Desirable: business development & local marketing experience; Personal Licence

What we offer

36k-42k base (DOE) + performance package Significant support from Head Office, Area Manager & Directors Autonomy to shape the operation and grow your career as we scale A fantastic opportunity for someone with ambition and vision to help develop this amazing outlet and build long-term job security
Hours: Full-time, including evenings/weekends as required

Right to work: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK

How to apply: Apply with your CV. A short note on your proudest team or commercial win is a bonus.

The customer journey is everything. If you're obsessed with hospitality and building high-performing teams, we'd love to meet you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 36,000.00-42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person