Assistant Bar & Lounge Manager

The Caledonian Hotel; City of Edinburgh; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in Edinburgh is seeking an Assistant Bar & Lounge Manager to lead a team in delivering an exceptional dining experience. Responsibilities include ensuring the highest standards of food and beverage service, meeting financial targets, and creating a welcoming atmosphere. Ideal candidates will have a background in luxury service, exemplary leadership abilities, and a passion for guest satisfaction. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Hourly Rate

Free meals when on duty

Discounts on Food & Beverage

Discounted stays at hotels

Fully funded apprenticeships

28 days of Annual Leave

Pension enrolment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a food and beverage management role.
• Strong understanding of luxury service and guest experience.
• Ability to inspire and lead high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead an elite team in delivering exceptional dining experiences.
• Ensure operational excellence and exceed guest expectations.
• Drive financial targets and maintain safety and compliance standards.

Skills

Elegant leadership

Extensive knowledge of premium food and beverage operations

Commercial acumen

Intuitive guest focus

Exemplary communication and interpersonal skills

Deep commitment to quality

Impeccable standards

Job description

Job Ref: AM14665 Branch: The Caledonian Edinburgh Location: The Caledonian, Edinburgh Salary/Benefits: £13.29 Per Hour + Exclusive Benefits Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 40 Hours Per Week Posted date: 12/08/2025 Closing date: 17/10/2025

Our Story

The Caledonian Edinburgh has embodied the best in Scottish hospitality for over a hundred years. Situated at the West End of Princes Street, this former Victorian railway hotel nestles in the shadow of the Edinburgh Castle, within walking distance of Princes Street Gardens, the Royal Mile and Edinburgh’s Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

We are delighted to celebrate The Caledonian’s 120th anniversary in Scotland’s capital, proudly celebrating and sharing its stories, anecdotes and memories throughout the hotel and beyond.

We would love for you to embark on the journey to our next chapter, The Caley Way!

Our Management Company

As part of the Klarent Hospitality Portfolio, we are dedicated to offering our team excellent opportunities for growth and development. We take great pride in recognising and rewarding the hard work, commitment and long service of our exceptional team members.

Klarent Hospitality operates branded hotels in key locations across the UK and Ireland. We nurture talent and smart investment to drive superior performance and growth.

Exclusive Benefits

• Competitive Hourly Rate of £13.29.
• Free and healthy meals when on duty.
• 50% off our Food & Beverage Venues – The Court & Caley Bar
• Discounted use of Leisure Facilities
• Stays in our hotels at discounted prices
• Even free stays in our hotels as one of our rewards & recognition incentives,
• Opportunities for your personal development within the Hotel Group Brand Portfolio
• Fully funded apprenticeships – T&Cs apply
• 28 Day of Annual Leave, increasing with long service
• Flexibility to purchase additional holiday days
• Pension enrolment
• We can coach, train and develop you to help find your passion - whether it is exploring your first role or your next step in the exciting world of hospitality.

The Role

As the Assistant Bar & Lounge Manager, you will be entrusted with leading an elite team in delivering an unparalleled dining experience. Your primary responsibility is to ensure that every aspect of the food and beverage service operates seamlessly, exceeding guest expectations. You will drive a culture of excellence, guiding your team with vision, integrity, and a commitment to uncompromising quality.

With a meticulous focus on detail and a passion for service, you will enhance the guest journey from the moment they arrive, ensuring that all service touchpoints reflect the epitome of luxury. Your leadership will not only elevate the team’s performance but will also foster a refined, welcoming atmosphere that consistently delights our distinguished guests. You will be instrumental in the development and execution of innovative strategies, elevating both the guest experience and operational efficiency.

In partnership with the senior management team, you will also take ownership of achieving financial targets, optimising operational performance, and maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance. As a key ambassador for the brand, your ability to inspire, lead and innovate will be central to the continued success of the food and beverage operations.

We are seeking a distinguished and forward-thinking hospitality professional to elevate our Assistant Bar & Lounge Manager to exceptional heights. You will possess a refined leadership style, an innate understanding of luxury service, and a passion for curating seamless and memorable guest experiences.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Elegant leadership, with the ability to inspire, engage and empower a high-performing team through presence, poise and emotional intelligence
• Extensive knowledge of premium food and beverage operations, with an uncompromising eye for detail and a dedication to world-class standards
• Commercial acumen, with a proven ability to drive revenue, optimise resources and maintain robust cost control without compromising the guest experience
• An intuitive guest focus, anticipating needs before they arise and ensuring each touchpoint reflects sophistication, warmth, and individuality
• Exemplary communication and interpersonal skills, able to build rapport with discerning guests, VIP clientele, and colleagues across the business
• A deep commitment to quality, innovation and continual improvement, ensuring our offerings remain relevant, desirable and industry-leading
• Impeccable standards, both personally and operationally, setting the tone for a culture rooted in excellence, respect and professionalism

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a genuine passion for service, who thrives in a collaborative environment and wants to play a key role in delivering a great team dining experience.