Run a Pub with Marston's in Bradford

Pub

Overview

If you are interested in running your own pub business, the Flying Squirrel in Bradford is now available on Marston’s new Community Food Partnership agreement.

The Flying Squirrel is situated on a bustling retail park in the suburbs of Bradford. This large carvery pub is popular with families, shoppers and locals. The pub has one central bar, carvery deck, bar area and a dining area. For those summer months there is a good sized beer garden to the front of the pub and a children's play park to the side.

This pub currently has a sales mix of 40:60 Wet to Dry, with expected weekly sales currently around the £15,000 mark. We are looking for a licensee/s who can build strong links within the local community and has the drive to boost sales and drive the Flying Squirrel to reach its' full potential

The Opportunity

What’s in it for you?

• A guaranteed annual retained sum of £35k, paid weekly.
• A 26% share of weekly sales.
• Incentive bonuses based on business performance and standard audits.
• Low ingoing costs, starting with just a £5,000 deposit and £360 legal cost. See ‘Things to consider’ for more information.
• Accommodation provided with most bills covered, except the council tax.
• All of your stock, including food, and all associated consumables are supplied by Marston’s, although you will be responsible for managing it once it has been delivered.
• Comprehensive induction training and ongoing support and training.
• A dedicated area manager working with you to help you grow the business.
• Access to our 450 strong-support teams whenever you need them – including Marketing, Recruitment and Food and Drink specialists.
• All our Pub Partners get access to our FREE Learning, Development and Training platform Campus (a package worth over £300!).

What’s expected from you:

Our Community Food Partnership pubs are food-led businesses, operating our Marston’s corporate menu. It’s a proven business-model, perfect for self-sufficient hospitality managers with a creative flair, who can drive sales, standards and guest experience.

In addition to the £5k security deposit required for this agreement, you will need to cover legal costs (£360), and your own insurance (except building insurance, which we’ll cover). Also, you’ll want to start thinking about your team; taking care of paying them and all other employment matters.

Before we all sign the agreement and see you heading into a whole new life, you’ll just need to show us proof that you’ve had independent financial advice from an accountant and solicitor and have completed a sustainable business plan, in accordance with the Pubs Code. And, of course, obtain your personal licence (which we can help with) and complete your induction training.

It’s a five-year commitment, so you have loads of time to build the business and get it performing brilliantly but, if you do want to leave early, there’s always the option of six months’ notice with a ‘break’ clause in the contract.