Assistant Manager

The Kings Arms, Sandford-on-Thames

Assistant Manager

Salary - £31,000 - £35,000 + Bonus

🍻 Ready to take your next step in a beautiful riverside pub?

If you're an experienced hospitality leader looking for a role where you can lead a team, create great customer experiences and help drive a business forward , The Kings Arms could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Set in the peaceful village of Sandford-on-Thames , just over four miles from central Oxford, The Kings Arms combines the charm of a traditional country pub with the convenience of being close to the city.

With a beautiful riverside beer garden, cosy traditional interior and a great food and drink offer, it's a pub that gives customers plenty of reasons to visit.

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🌿 Why The Kings Arms?

The Kings Arms is all about great food, great drinks and a warm country-pub welcome .

Our riverside beer garden is perfect for sunny days, while inside you'll find a cosy and characterful pub where customers can settle in and enjoy everything from a hearty Sunday roast to a perfectly cooked steak.

The bar is stocked with local cask ales, carefully selected wines and premium spirits , giving the team plenty of opportunities to create memorable experiences for our customers.

With Oxford right on the doorstep, The Kings Arms attracts a great mix of local customers, visitors and families — making this a varied and exciting pub to be part of.

🚀 What’s the opportunity?

As Assistant Manager, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day running of The Kings Arms, working closely with the General Manager to lead the team, maintain high standards and help grow the business .

You’ll:
- Support the General Manager with the day-to-day running of the pub .
- Take ownership of shifts and confidently lead the team in the GM's absence.
- Lead, coach and develop the team, helping people grow and perform at their best.
- Deliver consistently high standards across service, food, drinks and customer experience .
- Build strong relationships with customers and create a welcoming atmosphere that keeps them coming back.
- Help drive sales and identify opportunities to grow the business.
- Make the most of the riverside garden, food offer and key seasonal trading periods.
- Ensure the pub is fully prepared for busy services and different customer occasions.
- Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure great communication and smooth service.
- Support with rotas, stock, cash management and other operational responsibilities.

- Champion health & safety, licensing and brand standards.
- Help create a positive team culture where people feel supported, valued and motivated.
- Bring fresh ideas and energy to help develop the pub and its customer base.
- Lead by example and be someone the team can rely on.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to step up, take on more responsibility and continue building their hospitality career .

👊 What we’re looking for

We're looking for an Assistant Manager or experienced hospitality leader who:
- Has previous experience as an Assistant Manager, Supervisor, Team Leader or similar .
- Has experience working in a busy pub, restaurant, bar or hospitality environment.
- Is confident leading a team and taking ownership of a shift.
- Has strong communication skills and knows how to motivate and develop people.
- Takes genuine pride in delivering excellent customer service.
- Is commercially aware and understands how great hospitality can drive sales and repeat business.
- Can stay calm, organised and hands-on when things get busy.
- Takes pride in maintaining high standards across the pub.
- Is proactive, energetic and isn't afraid to get stuck in.
- Has a genuine passion for food, drinks and hospitality.
- Enjoys building relationships with customers and becoming part of the local community.
- Wants to develop their skills and progress their career with Greene King .

🌟 More than a management role. A chance to make your mark.

The Kings Arms is a beautiful country pub with a riverside setting and Oxford right on the doorstep .

We're looking for someone who can lead the team, support the GM and help make the most of everything this fantastic pub has to offer .

If you're ready for your next challenge and want the opportunity to grow your skills, develop your team and build your career with Greene King, we'd love to hear from you.

🌱 And there’s plenty in it for you...
- Career development opportunities across Greene King.
- Training and development at every level, including apprenticeships.
- 33% employee discount and 15% discount for loved ones across Greene King brands.
- 50% employee and 25% loved ones discount at Greene King Inns and hotels.
- Employee Assistance Programme supporting mental health, wellbeing and financial/legal advice.
- Enhanced family-friendly maternity and paternity policies.
- Menopause Friendly Employer.
- Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £1,500.
- Wagestream – access to your pay as you earn.
- Retail discounts, including up to 30% at Superdrug and Three Mobile.

CREATING PLACES WHERE PEOPLE FEEL WELCOME, SAFE AND THAT THEY BELONG

We aim to embed inclusion into every decision we make – across our people, customers, communities, suppliers, and operations. We want to create a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and able to thrive.

🌿 Bring your energy. Lead the team. Make The Kings Arms yours.