This is a very exciting opportunity for an experienced Bar Manager to join an ambitious business during its opening phase.
Opening in early spring 2025, this new restaurant will be in a prime location in Mayfair and aims to elevate the seafood offering in London. Staying true to provenance and with a keen focus on quality, it aims to deliver a memorable and sophisticated dining experience. Featuring an open kitchen and a wood-fired grill, it will offer a delectable selection of seafood and a raw bar on the ground floor in addition to the 104 coverrestaurant area, a cocktail bar, and a18 cover PDR on the lower level.
The Position
This role is perfect for someone who has experience leading the bar of a busy restaurant, creating and developing cocktails menu and are looking for the next step up the hospitality career ladder. They will take full accountability for the Bar, before during and after service, working in partnership with the Head Sommelier and the front of house team to create exceptional experiences for our guests.You will be responsible forall bar stock, reporting any quality-issue/variances, missing deliveries or wastage. You willbe proud to deliver a memorable beverage product and service, and will use your extensive experience and training skills to develop the team around you.
Our Bar Manager will have:
* Previous experience as a Bar Manager in a premium high volumeBar / Private members venue;
* Proven ability to lead a team of people including recruit, manage, train and motivate a bar team;
* Holder of valid Personal License, or knowledge of UK licensing Laws
* Passionate about cocktails, spirits, beers and wine
* Comprehensiveknowledge of ingredients, trends and drinks design
* Skilled in training preparation and delivery
* A highly creative approach to your work with excellent attention to detail;
* Experience in planning and managing staff costs, scheduling and staff rotas;
* Confidence in finances, purchasing, menu costing and budget/profit management;
* A working knowledge of health and safety, compliance and procedures;
Benefits & Culture
As we prepare for our grand opening, we have curated a fantastic selection of work perks so we can be certain to attract the very best people in the industry. This is just the start...
* Guaranteed time off on Christmas and Boxing Day, we will be closed on these days
* Share the joy of our wonderful venue with friends and family with up to 50% discount
* Relax and unwind with up to 5 additional holidays after just 5 years of service
* Take a paid day off on us to celebrate your birthday in style.
* Look after your emotional, physical and financial wellbeing with our Employee Assistance Programme, gym discounts and wholesome nutritious meals on duty
* Develop yourself and get that promotion with our fantastic range of training programmes, including on and off the job learning
* Let your hair down and celebrate your achievements at our awards events and team socials that are guaranteed to make you smile
We offer a great job that is good for your career, and a great environment to work in. Why not join us?
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