Are you a passionate and experienced publican looking for your next exciting challenge? The Cross Keys in Washington Village is seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual to lead our beloved pub into its next chapter.
The Cross Keys is a long-established and well-frequented pub in the heart of Washington Village. The local community has made it their venue of choice for all occasionswhether its a daytime or after-work drink, a place to bring the whole family for a quality and great value meal, or to enjoy the broad range of live sport and entertainment that the pub offers.
There is always something happening at The Cross Keys, and it is known for being the hub of everything good in the area. The Landlord/Landlady we are looking for would relish the opportunity to be at the heart of this community and really get to know what makes the locals tick.
Strong community ties are essential in this pub, and the ideal candidate will be able to engage with the locals. They should know all the best bands and live acts in the area, understand how to spend an entertainment budget wisely, and generate the most return on this investment.
Food also plays a key part in the sales mix at The Cross Keys, and someone who can deliver a great quality offer is crucial. The weekly Sunday lunches have a loyal following, and being able to organise the team and deliver a large volume in a short period is essential.
The Cross Keys sits in the vibrant area of Washington Village and attracts a broad range of customers, from the working-class drinker to more affluent locals looking for a great pub to enjoy drinks with friends or a full family meal.
The pub is presented to a high standard, now boasts a comfortable and well-presented open-plan trading area, split into a drinking area with main bar, and restaurant/dining area. Outside, there is a beautiful beer garden with seating for over 75 people, a real draw during the summer months that doubles the pubs capacity during busy times.
The standards are impeccable at The Cross Keys, from staff training and customer service to the presentation of trading and back-of-house areas. Someone with a keen eye for detail and the ability to get the best from their team will be crucial in this business.
The Partnership:Ready to run your own business, manage your own team, and define your own wage structure? Love working closely with an Operations Manager to build an incredible pub legacy with uncompromising standards and standout guest experiences? Then the Punch Managed Partnership is the perfect option for you.
Alongside day-to-day support and a brilliant framework to grow your business, we give you an uncapped cut of top-line turnover to pay yourself and your teamits your structure to own. We understand how important it is for the pub operator to completely own their team.
In our Partnerships, we love pub-obsessed entrepreneurs who help us lead the industry. We love to partner with people who help us create pub legacies that stand the test of time and become the hub of their community. We get that every pub has its own distinct character, so your Operations Manager will work closely with you to understand the true identity of your business. We can then help support you in amplifying thisits a partnership, after all!
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