Assistant Bar Manager

Aqua; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent restaurant group in London is seeking an Assistant Bar Manager to enhance guest experiences and manage bar operations. This full-time role includes leading a motivated team and ensuring efficiency in daily tasks. The ideal candidate should have a passion for hospitality, coupled with experience in bar management. Numerous employee perks are offered, including discounts at venues, ongoing training, and a competitive salary structure that may exceed £48,000 annually with the Tronc system.

Benefits

Discounts at all Aqua venues

Birthday off with additional leave

Ongoing training and development

Financial management via Wagestream

Food provided during breaks

Discounted gym membership

Lunch & Learn opportunities

Referral bonus for new hires

Qualifications

• Experience in a bar or hospitality setting.
• Passion for cocktails and beverages.
• Ability to create a welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• Engage with guests and create an enjoyable atmosphere.
• Oversee daily bar operations and inventory management.
• Assist in supervising and training the bar team.

Skills

Guest engagement

Inventory management

Team training and development

Operational efficiency

Job description

Responsibilities

• Create a great atmosphere: Engage with guests and create a welcoming environment that ensures they have an enjoyable experience and feel well taken care of.
• Operational efficiency: Oversee daily bar operations, including inventory management, ordering supplies, and maintaining a clean and organized bar area.
• Team support & guidance: Assist in supervising and motivating the bar team, recruiting, training, and developing team members, fostering a positive and productive work environment.

About Aqua Restaurant Group

Aqua Restaurant Group is home to a unique collection of restaurants and bars in vibrant cities like London, Paris, Hong Kong, New York, Miami, and Dubai.

At Aqua, we offer passionate culinary and hospitality professionals the chance to grow their careers and explore new opportunities.

As our Assistant Bar Manager, you will be a hospitality enthusiast, passionate about cocktails and beverages, as well as have a passion for nurturing talent. This is a 48‑hour contract, full‑time position. We are located at Aqua Shard, bringing the essence of modern London with inventive, British cuisine and carefully crafted cocktails to Level 31 of The Shard. We serve lunch, afternoon tea, dinner and brunch against a backdrop of stunning panoramic views of London.

What We Bring to the Table

• Dine with us: Enjoy discounts at all Aqua venues.
• Celebrate YOU: Take your birthday off and earn additional long service leave.
• Grow with us: Ongoing training and development to support both your professional and personal development.
• Financial well‑being: Manage your pay with ease through Wagestream & enhance your financial knowledge.
• Breaks: Food provided during your breaks - Restaurant perk.
• Work out: Discounted gym membership.
• Lunch & Learn: Head Office perk.
• Share the Talent: Bring a friend on board and get £500. You will be paid £30,534.76 per annum. In addition, you can be a part of the venue's Tronc system, which may give you up to £17,500 extra per year. The Tronc system is managed by the Tronc Master.

Where there is water, there is life & where there is life, you will find us! Dive into a world of culinary innovation and memorable dining experiences, where your love for food and hospitality can shine.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Aqua Restaurant Group welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment. If you require reasonable adjustments to make your experience more accessible, please let us know.