The Role:
We’re looking for a passionate, hands-on Assistant Manager to lead The Weld Arms – an historic, character-filled inn with rooms, nestled on the stunning Lulworth Estate, just a stone’s throw from the iconic Lulworth Castle.
This is your chance to run a truly special pub with a strong local following and a steady stream of tourists. Bring energy, ideas, and a love for great food, drink, and hospitality. In return, we offer a supportive team, beautiful surroundings, and the opportunity to make your mark.
What we’re after:
· Proven management experience in hospitality.
· A natural leader who thrives in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.
· Passion for local produce, real ales, and creating memorable experiences.
Benefits:
· Competitive salary of £30,500 per annum.
· Enhanced pension contributions after 12 months service.
· Employee discount at all retail and hospitality outlets across the estate, plus free entry to Lulworth Castle.
· Free parking at our three beautiful sites, Lulworth Castle, Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door.
· A unique role in one of Dorset’s most iconic locations, an inspiring and friendly place in which to work, offering a wealth of career development opportunities.
Apply with your CV and covering letter to recruitment@lulworth.com and become part of the Lulworth story.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily bar and restaurant operations, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and a high-quality guest experience.
- Take accountability for performance, including operations, customer experience, team management, and financial results, ensuring standards are consistently met.
- Handle cash, card, and account transactions with accuracy and integrity.
- Manage staffing rotas, absences, and holiday planning to ensure effective coverage and team wellbeing.
- Support recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing staff training to build a confident, motivated team.
- Oversee stock control, ordering, and replenishment while maintaining accurate records and cost awareness.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations across all areas of operation.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and presentation throughout the premises and surrounding areas.
- Proactively identify opportunities to enhance guest satisfaction, menu offerings, and service delivery in line with trends and customer feedback.
- Support the implementation of new initiatives or projects as directed by the General Manager.
- Report any maintenance, damage, or safety issues promptly and ensure swift resolution.
- Uphold and contribute positively to the Estate’s values and culture, ensuring a positive, respectful and professional environment.
- Carry out other reasonable duties as required for the smooth and effective running of the business.
We reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.
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You will be asked to provide evidence of all the qualifications listed on your application form at interview.
Reference:
HP06
Status:
Full Time
Hours:
5 days/40 hours per week
Pay:
£30500
Pay Type:
Salary
Interview Date:
TBD
Closing Date:
22/05/2026 12:00 am