Adrian Stones
Boldon Colliery,South Tyneside
Summary
Dynamic professional specializing in problem-solving, team leadership, and marketing strategies. Demonstrated ability to enhance processes and stimulate business growth through effective team collaboration and strategic initiatives. Experienced in achieving measurable results in fast-paced settings. Focused on utilizing expertise to support organizational objectives and drive innovation. Vastly experienced from community value restaurant's to high end, table service fresh food outlets within idyllic country locations, with a quality focus, to ruthless marketing high street skills and venues, to event hosting and planning.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Queens Head – Hawkshead
Robinsons Brewery, Managed Estate
Hawkshead, Cumbria
04.2026 - 05.2026
- Assisted in managing a busy fresh food local cask business with high customer turnover during peak periods.
Supported hotel operations by ensuring quality service in rooms and dining areas, contributing to positive guest experiences.
Facilitated improvements in staffing and retention strategies to address challenges faced in a remote location. - Conceived and implemented various employee engagement initiatives aimed at boosting staff morale.
- Fostered an environment conducive to innovation and creativity amongst the team members.
- Liaised effectively between different departments, improving inter-departmental communication and cooperation.
- Streamlined processes to improve operational efficiency.
General Manager
Mitchell & Butler, Sizzling Brand
The Southfields – Bolton, Greater Manchester
01.2018 - 12.2025
- Supported recovery of business by implementing effective operational strategies.
- Assisted team in achieving KPIs, transforming performance metrics from red to green.
- Contributed to guest satisfaction improvements through ongoing training and support initiatives.
- Introduced effective cost control measures, reducing unnecessary expenditure.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations at all times.
- Established a positive work environment which promoted staff morale and productivity.
- Developed strategic business plans, enhancing corporate vision and objectives.
- Achieved customer satisfaction with regular feedback and improvement sessions.
- Identified new business opportunities, leading to market expansion.
- Oversaw all aspects of daily operations, ensuring smooth running of the organisation.
- Implemented rigorous financial controls, improving overall profitability.
- Built high-performing teams to achieve organisational objectives.
General Manager
Mitchell & Butler, Sizzling Brand
Sizzling Sites On M62 Corridoe, M62 Corrodor
01.2014 - 01.2025
- Achieved record-breaking revenue and profit levels by managing operations across multiple pub locations including Rainhill, Cottingly, Middleton, and Blackpool.
Enhanced energy and sustainability practices across external pub roles, significantly improving operational efficiency.
Implemented effective regional guest care measures and reward recognition strategies, fostering team motivation and engagement.
Contributed to successful outcomes in Sizzling Brand Steering Group and sales planning initiatives across the district.
Optimised promotional and training strategies for investment sites, ensuring comprehensive support for team development. - Introduced effective cost control measures, reducing unnecessary expenditure.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations at all times.
- Established a positive work environment which promoted staff morale and productivity.
- Developed strategic business plans, enhancing corporate vision and objectives.
- Achieved customer satisfaction with regular feedback and improvement sessions.
General Manager
Leisure 99’ – Buzz Nightclub & HD Sports Bar, Wakefield
Wakefield, West Yorkshire
11.2011 - 12.2013
- Directed operations at Buzz nightclub, overseeing a 1400 capacity venue with distinct music rooms and vibrant nightlife.
- Led a team managing seven bars and two entrance points, maintaining high service standards during peak hours.
- Strategically developed partnerships with local businesses and sports clubs to drive foot traffic and increase revenue streams.
- Ran a sports led late bar that performed and exceeded profit budgets, Became an essential business within Wakefield and the only chosen destination for live sport
General Manager
Tattershall Castle Group (TCG) – White Bear, Barnsley
Barnsley, Yorkshire
05.2008 - 11.2011
- Transformed a loss-making establishment into a profitable venue within 12 months.
- Championed food training initiatives, establishing the venue as a key training house for new menu launches.
- Created a live entertainment space from an unused room, successfully managing its operations and generating profit on existing budgets.
- Both National Company & Local Awards achieved during my tenure at this site
- Developed strategic business plans, enhancing corporate vision and objectives.
- Oversaw all aspects of daily operations, ensuring smooth running of the organisation.
- Built high-performing teams to achieve organisational objectives.
- Delivered results under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
General Manager
Laurel Pub Company – Yates, Doncaster
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
04.2006 - 05.2008
- Assisted in catering operations, gaining valuable experience in food service.
- Supported team development to improve service quality and customer satisfaction.
- Contributed to increasing food revenue despite initial challenges in a competitive market.
General Manager
Brook Leisure
Yorkshire Sites, Yorkshire
07.1999 - 04.2006
- Oversaw growth of leisure operations since 1999, managing multiple site units across Leeds, Doncaster, Barnsley, Huddersfield and Bradford.
- Directed event planning processes for live entertainment, ensuring seamless execution.
- Led efforts to host innovative festivals and unique entertainment experiences that was used in my time at M&B.
General Manager
European Leisure PLC
Country Wide
03.1990 - 07.1999
- Managed operational activities, ensuring smooth coordination between Aberdeen and London.
- Supported senior managers by training them on EPOS integration across flagship sites including Tuxedo Royale and Camden Palace, Hippodrome, Batchwood Hall
- Participated in site management roles in Newcastle, Dumfries, Aberdeen, Edinburgh, and Sheffield.
Education
G.C.S.E.’s - English, Math’s, History, Geography, Physics, Technology
B.T.E.C. - Performing Arts
Newcastle College’s Drama School
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Team building
- Leadership
- Accounting
- Marketing
- Upselling
Certification
- Personal License Holder (NCPLH)
- Passed Level One, Two & Three in Food Safety
- Passed Level One, Two & Three in Fire, Health & Safety
- Hold a BII Advanced Cellar Management Certificate
- Hold a SIA Certificate
- Hold a NLC Certificate
- Hold an Emergency Aid Certificate
- Hold a Food Safety Certificate (The Royal Institute) & Internal Level Three Courses
- Held Liqueur & PEL Licence’s
- Clean Driving Licence
- Ability to Communicate with Public
- Can Serve in a Cocktail/Flair Style
- Completed Several Management Courses
- Successfully won various Management Competitions and Incentives throughout Career
- Customer Care
- Keen Developer of Others
References
Available on request
Hobbies & Interests, when work permits.
Keen Canal/Narrow Boater – Often seen bobbing about on Yorkshire’s Canal’s, Football, Fan of Sunderland AFC and a good neutral football fan, Remote Control Cars, Camping & Motorhoming, Travelling & exploring new towns cities & countries, Brass and Military Music & Attending Live Outdoor Prom & Musical Events
Affiliations
- Boats, and can often be seen on the canal network in my downtime
- Campervan & Motor homes
- Classic Scooter Scene, Vespa's & Lambretta's with added attraction of the Northern Soul Genre
- Music, an eclectic taste but values talent and live entertainment - I adore atmosphere even if it's not my taste. I
Timeline
Queens Head – Hawkshead
Robinsons Brewery, Managed Estate
04.2026 - 05.2026
General Manager
Mitchell & Butler, Sizzling Brand
01.2018 - 12.2025
General Manager
Mitchell & Butler, Sizzling Brand
01.2014 - 01.2025
General Manager
Leisure 99’ – Buzz Nightclub & HD Sports Bar, Wakefield
11.2011 - 12.2013
General Manager
Tattershall Castle Group (TCG) – White Bear, Barnsley
05.2008 - 11.2011
General Manager
Laurel Pub Company – Yates, Doncaster
04.2006 - 05.2008
General Manager
Brook Leisure
07.1999 - 04.2006
General Manager
European Leisure PLC
03.1990 - 07.1999
B.T.E.C. - Performing Arts
Newcastle College’s Drama School