We are currently looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Bar Manager.
The Puzzle Hall Inn is a community owned, free house pub located in Sowerby Bridge, West Yorkshire.
The pub is predominantly a wet sales business offering a range of cask and craft keg beers, a range of quality bottled beers, ciders, wines, spirits and alcohol free drinks. The Puzzle is renowned as a live music venue, with Bank Holiday festivals drawing extensive audiences to our beer garden. There is also equal emphasis on the pub as a place for lively conversation and a good pint with like minded folk. Also running alongside is a program on community activities, as outlined in our vision, mission and values as a Community Benefit Society.
We’re looking for a manager to help run our pub, assisted by a team of staff for whom you will have line management responsibility. You will have recent experience in the hospitality industry and, ideally, hold a personal licence. You should be experienced in the care and service of cask ale and have a passion for live music.
You will be responsible for all aspects of running the pub including staff management, customer service, stock control, marketing the pub and business development. You will be supported by the board of directors and relevant committees. You will also be responsible for meeting financial targets as well as maintaining the welcoming and diverse atmosphere that has been established in the pub.
To apply for the role, please email your CV plus a covering letter to hr@puzzlehall.org.uk by 10.00am Monday February 10th 2025. Please ensure your CV and covering letter make clear how you would be the perfect fit for the Puzzle and how you would aim to move the pub forward in this challenging environment.
The Puzzle Hall Inn is an equal opportunities employer.