Assistant Bar Manager

Ivy Restaurants Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career development program

Extra holiday days

Staff discount 50%

Gift vouchers

Refer a friend bonus

Discounts on retailers

Minimum 20 hours

Job summary

The Ivy Collection seeks an Assistant Bar Manager to support the Bar Manager in day-to-day operations at our busy UK venues. You will supervise bar staff, help drive service standards, and uphold hygiene and licensing guidelines.

We offer competitive pay, a Management Career Development Program, extra holiday allowances, and 50% staff discounts. This role emphasizes guest satisfaction, teamwork, and professional presence.

Qualifications

• 1 year+ experience in a bar or hospitality supervisory role.
• Excellent English communication and guest-service skills.
• Ability to work under peak service pressure with a calm, professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily bar operations and support Bar Manager.
• Train and develop bar staff to deliver outstanding service.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene, licensing, and opening/closing procedures.

Skills

Experience in supervision

English communication

Guest service excellence

Bar operations

Job description

Welcome to The Ivy Collection, we embody timeless elegance and vibrant hospitality in every guest experience. Our iconic restaurants, situated across the UK and beyond, are celebrated for exceptional food, outstanding service, and the creation of unforgettable moments.

We’re searching for a passionate Assistant Bar Manager.

This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic and supportive team in one of the UK’s most-loved restaurant brands.

Benefits & rewards:

• Competitive Industry pay (Hourly + Tronc)
• A Management Career Development Program, which includes online and practical assessments.
• Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years.
• 50% staff discount for you and up to 3 friends when you dine in our restaurants.
• Celebrate career anniversaries with a gift voucher to dine in our restaurants.
• Refer and Friend Bonus
• Access to discounts on 100s of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more
• Guaranteed 20 hours minimum contract

Key elements of your role as Assistant Bar Manager:

• To supervise the daily operation of the bar as well as the daily duties of all the Bar staff. Work alongside the Bar Manager in the daily operation of the Bar Department.
• To assist in the training of all employees, ensuring that they have the necessary skills to perform their duties with the maximum efficiency and in the most productive manner.
• To be fully aware of current legislation regarding hygiene, licensing laws, weights and measures as they apply to the restaurant.
• To monitor standards and supply of all restaurant equipment, ensuring the management team is aware of any needs.
• To conduct and contribute to regular departmental communications meetings.
• Adhering to cleaning checklists and opening/closing procedures, ensuring that all staff are aware of these and checking back that they have been completed.
• To ensure the bar manager closing duties are carried when manager is absent from floor.

About you:

• You have 1 years + experience in this position
• Solution-driven individual able to work under the pressure of peak service
• You love to wow guests with exceptional service
• You have excellent English language skills
• You are friendly and professional with plenty of charisma and flair

The Ivy Collection is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About us: Our shared CARING values help create an environment where we are happy, and engaged and we care for ourselves, our colleagues, our guests, and we celebrate our individualities and differences.