Join Our Team as the Publican of The Lochside in Newcastle!

Are you a passionate and experienced publican looking for your next exciting challenge? The Lochside in Newcastle is seeking a dynamic and dedicated operator to lead our beloved pub into its next chapter.

The Person:

The Lochside is a bustling local pub that caters to a diverse crowd. Whether it’s live sports, entertainment, or a great meal, our pub is the go-to venue for locals and visitors alike. We are looking for an operator who will relish the opportunity to be at the heart of this vibrant community and truly understand what makes our guests tick.

Strong community ties are essential at The Lochside. The ideal candidate will engage with the locals, know the best bands and live acts in the area, and wisely manage the entertainment budget to maximize returns.

Food is a key part of our offering, and we need someone who can deliver a high-quality menu. Our Sunday lunches have a loyal following, and the ability to organize the team and deliver a large volume in a short period is crucial.

Driving function bookings into our function room will also be an important element. The ideal candidate will have experience in promoting and managing events, ensuring our function room is a popular choice for local gatherings and celebrations.

The Pub:

The Lochside is located in the lively city of Newcastle and attracts a broad range of customers. From sports enthusiasts to families visiting for live entertainment, our pub is a hub of activity.

The pub boasts a comfortable and well-presented open-plan trading area, split into a main bar, a restaurant/dining area, and a function room. Our standards are impeccable, from staff training and customer service to the presentation of trading and back-of-house areas. A keen eye for detail and the ability to get the best from the team are essential.

The Partnership:

Ready to run your own business, manage your own team, and define your own wage structure? Love working closely with an Operations Manager to build an incredible pub legacy with uncompromising standards and standout guest experiences? Then the Punch Managed Partnership is the perfect option for you.

Alongside day-to-day support and a brilliant framework to grow your business, we give you an uncapped cut of top-line turnover to pay yourself and your team—it’s your structure to own. We understand how important it is for the pub operator to completely own their team.

In our Partnerships, we love pub-obsessed entrepreneurs who help us lead the industry. We love to partner with people who help us create pub legacies that stand the test of time and become the hub of their community. We get that every pub has its own distinct character, so your Operations Manager will work closely with you to understand the true identity of your business. We can then help support you in amplifying this—it’s a partnership, after all!

The Opportunity:

Be your own boss in this well-respected, hub-of-the-community pub. You will work closely with your Operations Manager to ensure we are the best pub in the area, the place to go for a relaxing drink with friends, a meal with your family, or a memorable event in our function room.

Are you ready to take on this exciting challenge and lead The Lochside to new heights? Apply now and become a part of our vibrant community!

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Chat to a recruitment advisor now about this pub business opportunity.