Assistant Bar Manager

Harri; Park Central; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% dining discount across group

Stream earnings tracking with instant

Employee Assistance Program

Training platform Evolv Edge

Holiday allowance grows with service

Volunteer day per year

Refer-a-friend scheme

Employee of the Month / awards

Job summary

The Evolv Collection is seeking an Assistant Bar Manager for 24 Stories in Birmingham. You will work with the Bar Manager to deliver exceptional guest experiences, supervise service, and develop signature cocktails in a fast-paced, luxurious setting.

Lead by example, manage costs, and contribute to innovative drinks and menus while maintaining outstanding service standards for discerning guests.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering high standards of service in hospitality.
• Strong attention to detail with a proactive leadership style.
• Ability to manage costs and contribute to menu development.

Responsibilities

• Assist Bar Manager and lead the team during service.
• Curate guest experiences with cocktails, wine and hospitality flair.
• Collaborate on trend-setting cocktails and menu ideas.
• Control costs and support stock management with suppliers.

Skills

Exceptional service

Attention to detail

Warm management style

Team leadership

Business strategy support

Guest experience development

Cocktail/wine service expertise

Cost control

Stock management

Staff development

Tools

FnB Shop

Job description

The Role: Assistant Bar Manager

The Restaurant: 24 Stories

The Location:103 Colmore Row, Birmingham B3

The Salary: Competitive Salary

Why work for us:

Our industry leading benefits have you covered!

• Industry leading pay: We value your expertise and dedication.
• Dine with style: Enjoy a lavish50% discountat all our restaurants, all day, every day.
• Financial freedom: Take control of your finances with Stream– track your earnings in real time, access up to 40% of your pay instantly and save directly from your salary.
• Wellness support: Your wellbeing matters to us! Benefit from a confidentialEmployee Assistance Programwith a 24/6 helpline and complimentary sessions with a trained counsellor.
• Recognition and Reward for a job well done: Shine bright with our Employee of the Month scheme, Long Service Awards and numerous group incentives. You may even earn a place at our yearly employee awards night!
• Grow with us: You will have access to some of the best training our industry has to offer. You will have access to our training platform,Evolv Edgewhich is packed with resources to nurture your skills and knowledge.
• Get some rest: Your holiday allowance increases with length of service.
• Make a difference: Give back to the community with an optional paid day each year for volunteering efforts.
• Spread the love: Benefit from our recommend a friend scheme and share the joy of joining our team.

Who we are:

The Evolv Collection is a pioneering, premium hospitality group, founded by Sir Terence Conran in 1991. Our portfolio includes some of the most iconic restaurants in modern history, located in London, Birmingham, Manchester, and New York. Each brand in our collection reflects a distinctive heritage, character, and ambience. By investing in our people and striving for excellence, we are passionate about delivering outstanding guest experiences.

A stunning top floor restaurant located at the heart of Birmingham’s bustling Business District, 24 Stories celebrates the building’s architectural history, whilst offering guests beautiful food in a luxurious, modern setting. 24 Stories includes a ground floor Café serving breakfast and light food, which in the evening transforms into a glamorous Wine and Cocktail Bar, offering the perfect location for pre or post dinner aperitifs for restaurant diners. On the 24th floor, guests discover a fine-dining restaurant that serves dramatic French-inspired dishes. Situated in Birmingham’s tallest building, the stylish restaurant offers breath-taking 360 degree views of the city.

A bit about what you will be doing:

We are looking for an Assistant Bar Manager to join the team at 24 Stories! In this pivotal role, you'll work closely with the Bar Manager to curate an exceptional guest experience. Utilizing your expertise in mixology, cocktails, and wine, you'll assist in leading the team during service, ensuring each guest receives top-notch service. Building lasting relationships with our discerning guests will be a key focus, as you contribute to fostering a welcoming atmosphere. Collaborating with the management team, you'll support in setting the standard for innovation by contributing creative ideas and assisting in the development of trend-setting cocktails. Your keen eye for financial management will aid in meticulously controlling costs and contributing to menu crafting that reflects industry trends, helping us maintain our position as a leading destination in the bar scene

What we are looking for:

• Exceptional service standards
• Outstanding attention to detail, encouraging a culture of high standards throughout the team.
• Ability to deliver a warm and charming management style which will engage your guests
• Develop a motivated and high performing team committed to delivering clear goals
• Support the delivery of business strategies
• Actively look to develop the product, the team and the guest experience.
• Confidently taking control of the Bar, ensuring orders are taken correctly from guests and dispensing drinks to the waiting team.
• Experience with stock management and liaising with suppliers, ideally knowledge of FnB Shop
• The ability to lead by example and inspire your team

At The Evolv Collection, we celebrate diversity in all its forms. We embrace and support individuals from every background, culture, and identity. Join our team where everyone is welcomed, valued, and empowered to thrive.

Compensation: Competitive salary