Duty Manager
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Position Overview & Specifications
Would you prefer to work within a family business where your voice is heard? Robinsons is one of oldest and most respected names in British brewing history with a range of unique and award-winning pubs, inns and hotels across the Northwest, North Wales, and Cumbria.
Join the family at the Wheatsheaf today – we’ve got lots to offer you…
- A 25% discount on food, drink, and accommodation through the employee discount card
- 50% off food during shifts
- The ‘BAR’ – Benefits at Robinsons - Exclusive discounts at over 800 retailers through our employee reward scheme
- 28 days paid annual leave and holiday pay.
- Access to a NEST pension
- Ongoing personal development and career progression
- Access to fully paid apprenticeships for your team
- Access to wellbeing and mental health management programmes
- Access to ‘healthcare cash plan’ via BAR – affordable monthly medical cover for dental, optical, and other medical / consultation treatments
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About us:
The Wheatsheaf is a multi-award winning,17thcentury Individual Inn. Situated in the heart of the picturesque village of Brigsteer on the edge of the Lyth Valley close to Kendal and Windermere, the surrounding area is a haven for visitors who wish to explore the fantastic countryside.
The Role
Our Duty Managers act in a supporting role to the General Manager and Assistant Manager at all times and cover for them in their absence. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in the day to day running of the Bar, Kitchen, and Rooms to ensure the smooth running of the business.
You will be professional, friendly and have excellent interpersonal skills. This is the first step on the Management ladder, and you will benefit from excellent training and development to assist you in your future career progression.
Our successful manager must be hands on and lead by example demonstrating the ability to motivate and lead a team. You will have the willingness to ‘role your sleeves up’ and muck in - no job is too small, especially during busy service periods when it's all hands-on deck.
That’s not all!! There is huge potential for progression within our ambitious and expanding company for the right candidate.
If you feel you have the desire and skills necessary to succeed as a Duty Manager at the Wheatsheaf, then please apply below.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From £24,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Loyalty bonus
- Tips
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Cumbria: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Duty Manager roles across The Wheatsheaf Inn's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £24,000 - £24,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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