Assistant Bar Manager

ETM Group; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospitality group as an Assistant Bar Manager at Wagtail, a rooftop venue in London. We're seeking passionate leaders who excel in bar management, cocktail knowledge, and staff training, offering a competitive salary and numerous EPIC perks. Be part of a dynamic team committed to excellence and integrity.

Benefits

Generous salary package and full-time contract

Share of service charge guaranteed

50% discount for you + 5 friends

Birthday lunch on us

Generous employee referral scheme

Shopping discounts at high street stores

Cycle to work scheme

Access to Wagestream for money management

Employee Assistance Program via Hospitality Action Charity

Group-wide Learning and Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Long-term experience behind the bar in a high-end venue or as head bartender.
• Knowledge of alcohol service regulations and cocktail composition.
• Ability to maintain high standards and contribute to drink lists.

Responsibilities

• Manage the bar operations and ensure exceptional service.
• Train and develop bar staff on cocktails and service standards.
• Control stock levels and manage orders effectively.

Skills

Knowledge of regulations related to alcohol service

Passion for cocktails, spirits, wines, and beers

Staff training and development

Stock control and ordering

Market trends awareness

Job description

Wagtail is a destination rooftop restaurant and bar in the heart of the City of London, offering stunning views, elegant dining, and exceptional service. Situated at the top of a historic building, we deliver a refined culinary experience with a modern British menu that celebrates the finest seasonal and local ingredients. Wagtail is part of the esteemed ETM Group, known for its collection of unique venues across London.

At ETM Group, Managers should be born leaders, inspirational and dedicated to their craft. Our people are at the forefront of our business, and we look for leaders who take our company values of Excellence, Passion, Integrity and Challenge (EPIC) as seriously as we do! Join our team and build a career by taking advantage of our learning and development opportunities.

EPIC PERKS

• Generous salary package and a full time 48 hour contract
• Share of service charge is guaranteed
• 50% discount for you + 5 friends at any of our venues!
• Your birthday lunch is on us
• Generous employee referral scheme
• Money off your shopping at many high street stores
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to Wagestream for better money management
• Access to the award winning Hospitality Action Charity, offering an Employee Assistance Program
• Group wide Learning and Development opportunities

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Long-term experience behind the bar (but not limited to) in a high end venue in a similar role or as head bartender in a high volume venue
• Knowledge of regulations related to alcohol service
• Passion and knowledge of non-alcoholic and alcoholic cocktails, spirits, wines and beers; of their history and twists
• Awareness of market trends, ability to contribute to new and existing drink lists alongside bar manager
• Passionate about staff training and development, eagerness to maintain the highest standards
• Experience with stock control and ordering

WORK SOMEWHERE EPIC

We are a London-based hospitality group of brave, bold and beautiful venues and sport bars. We're growing bigger, and we have lots of opportunities for you to progress with us.

Join us and live by our EPIC values of Excellence, Passion, Integrity and Challenge.

ETM are proud to be an equal opportunity employer who seek to recruit and retain the most talented individuals from a variety of backgrounds, skills and perspectives.

Why not check us out on social media? Search @ETMCollectionldn and @Sport_ldn on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn and find out what it's like to work with us.

If you are interested in being our new Assistant Bar Manager please click apply!