Pub Manager

Pub Manager – The Flying Stag

Join One of Scotland’s Most Celebrated Luxury
Destinations

The Fife Arms, an award-winning 5-star hotel
in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, is seeking an experienced and
inspiring Pub Manager to lead The Flying Stag—our vibrant and much-loved
Scottish pub.

Recognised with the prestigious Condé Nast
Traveler Triple Crown and awarded Two Michelin Keys, The Fife Arms is a unique
destination where exceptional hospitality, art, culture, and community come
together to create unforgettable experiences.

The Role

As Pub Manager, you will take ownership of the
day-to-day operation of The Flying Stag, leading a high-performing
front-of-house team to deliver warm, authentic hospitality and memorable guest
experiences.

You will be a confident and visible leader who
thrives in a fast-paced environment, inspires those around you, and creates a
culture of excellence, development, and teamwork. Working closely with your
team and wider hotel colleagues, you will ensure exceptional service standards
are consistently achieved while supporting the commercial success of the venue.

Our ideal candidate is passionate about
people, food, drink, and hospitality, with a genuine desire to develop others
and exceed guest expectations at every opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop the Flying
  Stag front-of-house team


• Deliver exceptional service standards and
  memorable guest experiences


• Support the recruitment, training,
  coaching, and mentoring of team members


• Drive operational excellence and ensure
  the smooth running of daily service


• Maintain high standards of presentation,
  cleanliness, and compliance throughout the venue


• Foster a positive and collaborative team
  culture


• Work closely with kitchen and hotel teams
  to deliver a seamless guest journey


• Ensure compliance with all Health &
  Safety, food safety, and COSHH requirements

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous management experience within a
  quality hospitality environment


• Strong leadership, organisational, and
  communication skills


• Experience training, coaching, and
  developing teams


• A proactive and solutions-focused
  approach


• Excellent emotional intelligence and
  relationship-building skills


• A thorough understanding of Health &
  Safety and COSHH regulations


• The ability to remain calm and effective
  under pressure


• A genuine passion for hospitality and
  delivering exceptional guest experiences


• A commitment to the standards expected
  within a luxury hospitality environment


• Enthusiasm, energy, and a desire to
  continually learn and grow

What We Offer

• 
  
  Tips and service charge circa £4,000 per annum
• 30 days annual holiday


• Complimentary annual guest experience for
  you and a guest


• Pension scheme


• Free meals and refreshments while on
  shift


• Generous Artfarm-wide discounts across
  our properties in Scotland, Somerset, London, Los Angeles, and Menorca


• A vibrant programme of sports and social
  events


• Life Assurance


• Health benefits, including a Health Cash
  Plan


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Tailored career development opportunities
  to support your personal and professional ambitions

About Artfarm and The Fife Arms

Founded by Iwan and Manuela Wirth, Artfarm is
an independent hospitality company dedicated to creating extraordinary
destinations that bring together art, culture, community, people, and place.

Its portfolio includes the award-winning Fife
Arms in Braemar; Fish Shop in Ballater; The Audley Public House & Mount
Street Restaurant in London; Manuela in Los Angeles; Da Costa and Durslade Farm
Shop in Somerset; and Cantina in Menorca.

At the heart of Braemar, The Fife Arms offers
47 individually designed guest rooms, the tranquil Albamhor Spa, and a
collection of unique dining and drinking experiences. From the open-fire
cooking of The Clunie Dining Room to the relaxed atmosphere of The Flying Stag,
the sophistication of Bertie’s Whisky Bar, the glamour of Elsa’s Cocktail Bar,
and the welcoming Drawing Room, every space reflects our commitment to
exceptional hospitality and locally sourced ingredients.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're an experienced hospitality leader
looking to make your mark within one of Scotland’s most distinctive luxury
destinations, we’d love to hear from you.