Area Manager

Job Description Area Manager Hospitality (Pubs)Location: BedfordshireSalary: 55,000 65,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + BenefitsSP Executive Search is seeking an experienced Area Manager to join a leading hospitality business (pubs) with strong national presence. This role suits a commercially minded operator who thrives on driving performance, elevating guest experience, and leading multiple sites to success.We are looking for an Area Manager for a patch covering Bedfordshire.Key Responsibilities:Oversee the performance of a multiple sites in a patch, ensuring excellence in service and operationsLead, coach and develop management teams to deliver outstanding customer experienceDrive sales, profitability and consistent brand standards across all locationsExecute business strategy, new initiatives and ongoing operational improvementsEnsure ongoing compliance with H&S, food safety and company policyAnalyse P&L results, identify trends and implement actions for improved performanceManage stakeholder relationships with internal teams, suppliers and regional leadershipWhat Were Looking For:Must have proven experience in multi-site management within hospitality, food-led retail, casual dining and restaurants OR wet-led establishmentsStrong commercial ability confident with sales growth, margins and cost controlInspirational leadership style with a focus on development and accountabilityComfortable working with data, P&Ls and KPI dashboardsConfident communicator who can influence and engage at all levelsHands-on, solutions-focused operator with high brand standardsIf youre a results-driven Area Manager ready to make an impact with a well-established hospitality brand, wed love to speak with you.Apply via SP Executive Search.SP Executive Search partners with the Hospitality & Retail sector to appoint mid-senior operational leaders.

Created: 2026-04-30