Deputy General Manager - Brighton

The Lion and Lobster is looking for a new Deputy General Manager to work alongside our General Manager and Team in this wonderful Brighton Icon!

We are looking for someone who truly understands a community Pub, is passionate about food and drinks (we are in the top 35 Pubs in the UK for Guinness!) and someone who definitely has an eye for the detail.

Experience in hospitality at management level is essential for this role.

What We Offer You

At Portobello, we believe in honesty, integrity, fairness, and great hospitality. We’re proud to create welcoming pubs and bars where our teams feel valued, supported, and rewarded.

• Christmas Day off
• 50% food discount across all Portobello pubs
• 50% drink discount across all Portobello pubs
• £50 birthday bar tab for you to enjoy
• Training and development opportunities
• A supportive and people-focused team culture

What You Bring to the Team

We’re looking for people who care about hospitality and enjoy working with others to create great guest experiences.

We value people who are:

• Friendly, reliable, and team-focused
• Passionate about service and hospitality
• Calm and professional in busy environments
• Eager to learn and grow
• Proud of the details that make a difference

Thinking About Joining Us?

Follow us on Instagram at @portobellopubsandbars to get to know our venues and teams.

We also encourage you to visit one of our pubs before applying — experience the atmosphere, meet the team, and get a feel for what we’re all about.

Every Portobello venue is unique, with its own style and community. What stays consistent across all of our pubs and bars is our culture, our standards, and the way we look after our guests and each other. We’re looking for people who share those values and want to be part of a great team.