Assistant Manager

Young's

  • Surbiton, Greater London
  • £34,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 1 hour ago
Assistant Manager – Up to 34k plus service charge – The Victoria SurbitonWe’re looking for a superstar Assistant Manager to join us for an exciting new chapter as we reopen our beautifully refurbished pub! We’re not just looking for someone to “keep the wheels turning” We want a hands-on leader who thrives on connecting with people, brings fresh ideas, and isn’t afraid to get stuck in. You’ll work closely with Matthew, our supportive GM, on everything from training and developing the team, to shaping new food & drink ideas, planning events, and getting creative with marketing. You’ll be people-focused and confident in being the manager on duty.Where are we?The Victoria is a beautiful Young’s pub right in the heart of Surbiton’s bustling High Street - a real locals’ local with bags of charm. With easy travel links from London and short skip away from Kingston we are perfectly placed.Why now?In August 2025 we’ll be undergoing a huge refurbishment. Think fresh interiors, a gorgeous new look, and a brand-new menu. We’re also giving our massive garden (the best in Surbiton!) a full makeover, making it an even bigger draw all year round. We’re planning a grand re-opening to show it all off, and we want an Assistant Manager who’s just as excited as we are to shape the next chapter of The Vic’s story. This is your chance to help lead a passionate team, put your stamp on the way we do things, and be a key part of a celebration the local community will be talking about.What we doWe’re proud to serve the best seasonal British dishes (including our Guardian 5-star rated Sunday roast!) alongside specials inspired by our customers’ and team’s travels. We keep things fun with our famous Burger Shack , serving juicy patties, chicken wings, Louisiana hot sauces and spud nuggets , right next to our huge, much-loved garden oasis. Covered and cosy in winter, sunny and buzzing in summer, it’s a true gem in the middle of a bustling High Street and about to look better than ever.From perfectly poured Young’s Original beer to a cracking wine list, our product knowledge is second to none, and we love passing that on to our guests.What we’re offering:
  • A key role in the grand re-opening of our refurbished pub and garden — and the chance to make your mark.
  • A supportive GM (myself) who’s all about your growth and development.
  • Involvement in wider projects for the right person
  • Access to our Career Pathway and development towards GM – The large majority of our GM appointments are internal.
  • Access to our fully funded apprenticeships and training and development courses. Learn while you Earn!
  • 20% discount in all Young's Pubs and 30% discount on overnight stays in our Pubs with Rooms
  • Access to our Share Save Scheme
  • Free Meals
  • 28 Days holiday per year
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Regular socials, team incentives and a genuinely family-feel workplace
Our teamWe’re a small but cracking squad who work hard, have each other’s backs, and know how to celebrate the wins (usually with a burger and a pint). If you want to be part of a pub that’s about to open its doors to a whole new era — and have a real say in how we do it — we’d love to hear from you.About Company: Where are we? The Victoria is a stunning Young's pub in the heart of Surbiton, proudly standing on its busy High Street. We've got great bus links from Kingston, Chessington and Norbiton & we're only a couple of stops on the train from Wimbledon, Esher, Weybridge & Walton...you can get to us from anywhere! What do we do? We're a locals local with great food. We're proud to serve the best seasonal British dishes with specials that are inspired by our customer's & team's travels, with a special investment in our Sunday roast (scoring 5 stars from The Guardian). We pride ourselves on excellent customer service, a warm welcome and product knowledge like no other pub in Surbiton, from our famous Young's Original beer to our stunning wine selection, we know our stuff & can't wait to show you what's what! We love to have fun with our food and drink & our Burger Shack is a true testament to this. We are the only pub in Surbiton with a Burger Shack, Young's institution serving up the juiciest patties with chicken wings, Louisiana hot sauces and spud nuggets! The Burger Shack backs onto our famous garden. An oasis in the middle of a bustling High Street, covered & heated in the winter and open to those glorious rays in the summer! Our Team Matthew, our GM & our small but cracking team can't wait to welcome you to our pub. We have regular socials, buckets of incentives & muck in wherever we're needed. We really are a family & love nothing more than kicking back with a burger and a pint ourselves. We are looking for awesome people to join our squad and continue to help us grow as a community, we are proud to announce that we will also be having a refurbishment in August 2025. A great challenge for anyone looking to make that step forward.

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