Assistant Bar Manager

The Horses; England; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% food & drink

Staff meals

Parental pay benefits

Wellbeing platform

Employee of the Month prize

Career progression

Health & wellbeing support

Referral scheme

Benefits platform

Service charge to staff

Job summary

Public House Group is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Bar Manager to support the Bar Manager in delivering outstanding service across our venues. You will lead shifts, motivate the bar team and uphold the highest drink standards while maintaining excellent guest relations.

This role offers clear progression within a busy pub group known for quality, teamwork and great drinks. You’ll be involved in recruitment, onboarding and ongoing training, as well as rotas, stock control and cash handling,

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Head Bartender, Bar Supervisor or similar.
• Strong leadership to motivate and support a team during busy service.
• Knowledge of beer, wine, spirits and cocktails.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and decision-making under time constraints.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts when required and manage day-to-day bar operations.
• Motivate and develop the bar team to deliver warm, attentive, and consistent service.
• Involved in recruitment, onboarding and ongoing training.
• Create and manage bar rotas within labour budgets.
• Maintain high standards of drinks quality and presentation.
• Support stock control, ordering, cellar management, and cash handling.
• Ensure licensing, health & safety and responsible service of alcohol compliance.
• Collaborate with floor and kitchen teams for seamless service.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Bar management

Recruitment

Training

Communication

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven Assistant Bar Manager to join Public House Group! Working closely with the Bar Manager, you will help lead the bar team, deliver outstanding service and maintain the highest standards every day. This is an exciting opportunity for a Head Bartender or Bar Supervisor ready to take the next step in their career, and become part of a business that values quality, teamwork, and a shared passion for great drinks and great service.

What’s in it for you as an Assistant Bar Manager:

• 50% off food and drink in our venues for a table of up to 4 people.
• Delicious staff meals on shift (venue teams only).
• Growing your family? Enjoy enhanced maternity and paternity pay once you’ve been with us for a year.
• Access to Stream, a financial wellbeing platform, helping you manage, save and access up to 50% of your earnings in advance of payday.
• Be recognised as Employee of the Month across the group and win a £150 meal for two.
• Career progression opportunities, ongoing training to develop yourself personally and professionally.
• 24/7 Health and Wellbeing support, access support lines anytime for your mental, physical and financial health.
• Earn more with our employee referral scheme.
• Access to Benefits platform with hundreds of discounts on shopping, gym memberships, holidays, bars, restaurants + more.
• Every penny of service charge goes to the people who work in our venues and eligible roles.

What you’ll be doing as an Assistant Bar Manager:

• Support the Bar Manager in the day-to-day running of the bar, taking the lead on shifts when required.
• Lead, motivate and develop the bar team to deliver warm, attentive and consistent service.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding and ongoing training of new bar team members.
• Help create and manage bar rotas, ensuring the right coverage while staying within budgeted labour costs.
• Maintain the highest standards of drinks quality, presentation and consistency across every shift.
• Support stock control, ordering, cellar management, stocktakes and cash handling procedures.
• Ensure the bar complies with licensing laws, health and safety, and responsible service of alcohol.
• Work closely with the floor and kitchen teams to ensure smooth communication and seamless service.

About you, our new Assistant Bar Manager:

• Previous experience as a Head Bartender, Bar Supervisor or similar, and ready for your first step into management.
• A natural leader who can motivate and support a team during busy service.
• Strong knowledge of beer, wine, spirits and cocktails, with a genuine passion for great drinks.
• Positive and friendly attitude as well as a willingness to work collaboratively with the team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and make decisions under pressure.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Previous experience in a successful, busy pub is preferred but not imperative. A Personal Licence is desirable, or a willingness to obtain one.

About Us:

Public House Group is a collection of pubs and restaurants across London and the Cotswolds. Our journey began with The Pelican, setting the tone for everything that followed. Each of our venues champions the very best of the UK, from responsibly sourced meats and seasonal vegetables to a carefully curated selection of wines and spirits. At the heart of what we do is a commitment to craftsmanship, provenance and authenticity. We work closely with farmers, growers and suppliers who share our values, ensuring that every dish and every drink reflects quality, integrity and care.

As we continue to grow, our focus remains the same: to create spaces that feel both timeless and contemporary, where guests experience honest food, thoughtful service and a genuine connection to British produce.