Are you a passionate operator ready to run your own pub business? We’re seeking a driven and entrepreneurial Management Partner to take the reins of a fantastic hospitality venue in the heart of Honor Oak, South East London.
The Opportunity
We will be carrying out a significant investment at the Honor Oak and relaunching under our Fireside brand. This is your chance to take full operational control of a well-positioned pub in a vibrant, community-led area. As a Management Partner, you’ll:
- Drive sales, standards, and local engagement
- Build and lead a high-performing team
- Deliver a standout food and drink offer
About the Area
Honor Oak is a highly desirable and fast-growing neighbourhood in Lewisham, popular with young professionals, families, and creatives.
- Excellent transport links via Honor Oak Park station (Overground and Southern Rail), providing quick access to London Bridge, Shoreditch, and central London
- A strong community feel, with loyal local customers who value quality pubs and social spaces
- Close to green spaces such as Blythe Hill Fields and One Tree Hill, attracting footfall throughout the week
- A thriving independent scene – coffee shops, gastro pubs, and boutique retailers
- A growing residential population, with ongoing local development driving increased demand for hospitality
This is a location where the right operator can truly embed themselves in the community and build a standout reputation.
Who We’re Looking For
We want someone who is:
- An experienced hospitality operator or ambitious leader ready for their next step
- Commercially minded, with a passion for driving sales and profit
- A natural host, committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences
- Community-focused, keen to make the pub the heart of the neighbourhood
Experience in delivering on investments will also set you apart from other applicants, we have big plans for this pub, and you will be able to demonstrate excitement and passion to deliver the project.
About the Agreement
The Punch Management Partnership offers a unique opportunity to run your own pub business, with affordable in-goings and the freedom to lead your own team, manage your business within a framework and support from Punch in a proven partnership model.
You’ll receive an uncapped share of top‑line turnover, giving you the flexibility to pay yourself and your team in a way that works for your business. Your own Ltd Company will provide the day‑to‑day management of the pub, retain full ownership of team and operational decisions, whilst managing associated costs such as wages and minor repairs. Alongside this, you’ll benefit from extensive operational support, including marketing and recruitment within a framework designed to help your business thrive.
At Punch, we partner with passionate, pub‑obsessed entrepreneurs who want to create something special. Working closely with a dedicated Operations Manager, you’ll develop a clear vision for your pub, deliver exceptional standards and create a pub legacy that stands the test of time.
Whether you’ve been a general manager or run your own business there are many great reasons to run a pub with Punch.
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