Assistant Bar Manager

The Ivy Collection; Richmond; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned dining establishment in Richmond is seeking a passionate Assistant Bar Manager to supervise bar operations and ensure exceptional guest service. This role requires at least 2 years of experience and excellent English skills. The ideal candidate will thrive under pressure and contribute positively to a dynamic team. We offer competitive pay, staff discounts, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Industry pay

50% staff discount

Career Development and Training

Extra holiday allowance

Birthday day off

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a similar position.
• Friendly and professional demeanor with charisma.
• Solution-driven individual.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily bar operations and staff duties.
• Assist in training employees for maximum efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene and licensing laws.
• Monitor equipment standards and supply needs.
• Conduct regular departmental communication meetings.
• Adhere to cleaning checklists and procedures.
• Take on bar manager responsibilities in their absence.

Skills

Exceptional service

Ability to work under pressure

Excellent English language skills

Team training

Communication skills

Job description

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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 (based on salary & Tronc)
• Additionally, all managers receive an element of variable tronc
• 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.
• Career Development and Training, including Apprenticeships.
• Free food and drinks to the same standard that we serve our guests when you are working.
• Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years.
• You can take your Birthday as a day off - Guaranteed!
• Access to discounts on 100s of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more.

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 2 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

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.