Assistant Bar Manager

Foxhills; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Dining discounts

On-site parking

Staff events

Anniversary stay

Employee assistance

Job summary

Foxhills Collection is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Bar Manager to lead bar service at our prestigious Ottershaw-based resort. You will supervise service, mentor staff, and drive premium beverage upselling while maintaining exceptional standards.

The role requires strong cocktail and wine knowledge, a guest-first mindset, and flexibility to work weekends in a luxury hotel and golf resort setting. Join a renowned collection renowned for dining, golf, and hospitality excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a quality bar environment.
• Strong cocktail knowledge and passion for mixology.
• Good knowledge of wine, spirits and premium beverages.
• Able to work quickly and calmly under pressure.
• Commercially aware with a guest-first mindset.
• Flexible with working patterns, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead the bar operations during service, maintain a visible floor presence and ensure service standards are met consistently across all shifts.
• Ensure cocktails and beverages are delivered accurately, consistently, and to specification.
• Resolve guest issues promptly and professionally, escalating where required.
• Assist with the training and coaching to ensure team members understand the bar operations, what it offers and how to deliver it with confidence.
• Demonstrate and maintain strong cocktail and wine knowledge, including classics, signatures, techniques, and presentation, and confidently advise guests on selections and pairings.
• Support menu development, seasonal features, and premium upselling where appropriate.
• Support with effective stock control procedures
• Drive revenue through confident upselling, premium serves, and product knowledge, whilst maintaining service standards.
• Ensure all health, safety, licensing, and food hygiene standards are always followed.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organised bar and cellar areas.

Skills

Bar experience

Cocktail knowledge

Wine & spirits

Under pressure

Guest-centric

Attention to detail

Flexible hours

Education

WSET or equivalent

Job description

Job Vacancy: Assistant Bar Manager at Foxhills Collection

Our mission is to make everyone feel better when they leave than when they arrived. Each of us plays an important role; here is the role you could play.

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional experiences and providing outstanding customer service? Foxhills Collection is currently seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Bar Manager to join prestigious establishment.

Position: Assistant Bar Manager
Location: Foxhills Club & Resort, Ottershaw, Surrey
Type: Full-time

About Us:

Foxhills Collection is renowned for its luxurious accommodations, exquisite dining experiences, and world-class golf facilities. Located in Ottershaw, our establishment offers an unparalleled golfing experience amidst stunning surroundings.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the bar operations during service, maintain a visible floor presence and ensure service standards are met consistently across all shifts.
• Ensure cocktails and beverages are delivered accurately, consistently, and to specification.
• Resolve guest issues promptly and professionally, escalating where required.
• Assist with the training and coaching to ensure team members understand the bar operations, what it offers and how to deliver it with confidence.
• Demonstrate and maintain strong cocktail and wine knowledge, including classics, signatures, techniques, and presentation, and confidently advise guests on selections and pairings.
• Support menu development, seasonal features, and premium upselling where appropriate.
• Support with effective stock control procedures
• Drive revenue through confident upselling, premium serves, and product knowledge, whilst maintaining service standards.
• Ensure all health, safety, licensing, and food hygiene standards are always followed.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organised bar and cellar areas.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a quality bar environment
• Strong cocktail knowledge and genuine passion for mixology
• Good working knowledge of wine, spirits, and premium beverages
• Able to work quickly and calmly under pressure
• Commercially aware with a guest-first mindset
• Strong attention to detail
• Flexible approach to working patterns, including weekends

Desirable:

• Experience within a hotel, members’ club, or premium hospitality environment
• Cocktail or wine qualifications (WSET or equivalent)

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package
• Company pension scheme – People’s Partnership
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay, Maternity and Paternity
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Complimentary Country Club Membership giving you access to facilities such as a newly refurbished gym, pools, spa, fitness classes and more.
• Complimentary Country Club Membership for a partner/spouse and children after one years' service.
• Staff discounts on dining, including 50% off in in selected restaurants when on shift, hotel stays, spa treatments, golf access and other amenities.
• Access to our exclusive Employee Engagement platform which offers discounts and/or cash back on over 900 retailers, a wellbeing centre, recognition awards and much more.
• Employee assistance program, with 24/7 assistance available.
• Anniversary stay – a complimentary one night stay and breakfast for two at Foxhills.
• Birthday breakfast – a complimentary breakfast for you and one other at one of our restaurants.
• Colleague social events including an annual staff party
• Free on-site parking

Foxhills Collection is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

We endeavour to respond to all applicants, but anticipate a large response to this advert, so should this not be possible, please assume you have been unsuccessful if we have not been in touch after 2 weeks.

This position requires the candidate to prove their right to work in the UK