Pub Operator - Hop and Grape, Redcar

Calling all pub professionals (pub managers, general managers, bar managers, all of you!). Have you ever wanted to run your own pub, but you're worried about going solo? We hear you. Here's your chance to run your own pub, with a built-in support crew to cheer you on.

Build a Rewarding Career:
Boosted Operator Earnings of 20% of net revenue Supercharge Your Income: Take home an additional 10% of sales above budget when you manage a highvolume pub! This bonus recognizes the extra effort required to run a thriving pub. Important Note: We do not ask you to invest your own money into the pub. You simply pay a £2,000 bond.

But Wait, There's More!
Become a Craft Union Star: Increase your income by becoming a centre of excellence. Free BII Membership Be the Best: Win an allexpenses-paid trip to our yearly operator awards! Join a Growing Family: Be part of Craft Union's rapidly expanding estate, partnering with the UK's biggest pub company.

We Empower You to Focus on What Matters:
Rentfree Accommodation (where applicable) Full Utilities Paid: Gas, Electric & Water (for the entire building including the accommodation) Cost of Sky & TNT Sports Included (payper-view events agreed upon with your Regional Manager) Security & Entertainment Packages Available (as agreed with your Regional Manager) Business Rates Covered Dedicated Support of a Regional Manager: Get ongoing guidance and support to develop your pub's proposition and build strong community engagement, leading to boosted sales opportunities.

With our unwavering support, your success is guaranteed! Your dedication sets the limit on your earnings - the sky's the limit!, At Craft Union we work in partnership with self-employed pub operators supporting them as they run successful wet-led community locals. Our agreements allow you to find your entrepreneurial flair while remaining secure in the knowledge you have the full support of Stonegate Group, the UKs biggest pub company, behind you.

We will provide you with everything you need to make your pub a success, from the beer you serve, to the glasses you serve it in. Being 100% wet led we recognise the importance of giving people a reason to visit, which is why we will invest in you by covering all agreed costs required to deliver an outstanding community pub.

What we ask for in return is that you passionately create and maintain a brilliant community local, including employing, training, and paying your own team of staff.

We will keep you engaged and challenged through ongoing incentive schemes, as well as recognise and celebrate your achievements. We understand that this is no ordinary line of work, and at times it can be incredibly challenging. That's why at Craft Union we make sure to have plenty of fun and bring humour to every occasion, because after all, happy people make happy pubs.

The Benefits of Working with Us

18% of the weekly net turnover to pay yourself & your staff

Quarterly machine profit share

Quarterly sales incentive payments

Industry leading profit share scheme

Continuous growth opportunities due to our investment and expansion plans

Accommodation for yourself and your family maintained to an excellent standard

Support from an experienced operations team

A dedicated Regional Manager and network of fellow operators

Recognition of your hard work

Plenty of incentives to keep you motivated and challenged

The chance to be a part what makes us winners of 'Best Community Pub Operator' at the Publican Awards in 2020 & 2022

The Requirements to Work with Us

Pub management: minimum two years

Ability to deliver a 100% wet led proposition

Personal Licence (APLH)

Ingoing costs: £500 bond, to begin your business as a self-employed pub operator.

If you're a pub lover, excited about the opportunity to run a brilliant community local in partnership with us, we'd love to chat with you!

Working in Partnership with Craft Union