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General Manager at Chef & Brewer – Winwick, Portsmouth
AS you’ll have the freedom to build a business to be proud of, develop your team, and create a warm welcome for your customers, leading by example—excellence is the goal from day one.
About the Role
At The Swan, one of our Flagship Chef & Brewer pubs in the vibrant area of Winwick, you’ll be responsible for delivering outstanding customer experiences and driving operational success while making the most of a dedicated 3-bedroom flat included with the position.
Company Overview
Join Chef & Brewer, a collection of unique countryside-inspired pubs that serve as home-away-from-home escapes. Our pubs combine:
- Relaxed yet stylish interiors
- Exceptional pub food
- Curated drink selections
- Perfect for any occasion
What You’ll Do as General Manager
- Drive growth by collaborating with business development leaders to increase pub sales.
- Lead by example—investing in your team so they embody our brand’s personality, ensuring memorable customer experiences.
- Build & empower a team with the skills to deliver delightful service.
- Champion brand consistency and reinforce health, safety, and compliance standards.
- Become a ** licence-holding** individual, having either a current licence or the ability to acquire one.
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What You’ll Bring to the Role
✅ Uncompromising standards with meticulous attention to day-to-day pub operations. ✅ Exceptional people skills, with strong leadership and communication abilities. ✅ Business acumen, particularly with profit & loss management. ✅ Authentic warmth—caring deeply for people, premises, and the environment. ✅ Proven experience at GM level, ideally from hospitality, retail, or fast-paced industries, with a results-focused mindset. ✅ Drive & enthusiasm for continuous learning and championing success in unfamiliar challenges.
(Desirable to have prior GM experience—experience in high-performance industries is crucial, with the right attitude a must.)
Why Join Chef & Brewer?


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Competitive & Rewarding Benefits
- Competitive salary + pension contributions
- Unlimited career growth in Gross UK’s established brands
- Achieve personal licence as required
Employee Perks
🍽️ 33% staff discount for your food & drinks (15% for loved ones) ✈️ 50% discount (25% for guests) at Greene King hotels & inns for weekend breaks 🤝 Referral bonus – earn up to £1,500 when you bring a new colleague on board 💡 Training & development – from entry-level to management through our reputed apprenticeship programme 🏅 Mental health & well-being support via Employee Assistance Programme 👨👩👧👦 Extended family-friendly policies – including maternity/paternity leave 🌿 Menopause Friendly Employer status 💳 Wagestream – access to wages before payday for unexpected situations 🛍️ Retail discounts – 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive deals with Three Mobile, and more
Be part of a business where success comes with flexibility, visibility, and value—both for you and the team you build!
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