Assistant Bar Manager: Lead Cocktails & Team Excellence

Hawksmoor Air Street; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tronc paid for every hour you work, 
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Free team meals on shift

50% off food at Hawksmoor for you and

Income protection and death in service

Paid annual volunteer days

Stream early wage access and financial

Referral bonuses from day one

Exclusive savings on travel, shopping

Restaurant welfare budget for snacks,

Full training and development with 

Job summary

Hawksmoor Air Street in London is seeking an Assistant Bar Manager to support the Bar Manager in leading the bar team, ensuring every drink and service meets Hawksmoor standards. You will combine creativity and leadership with a deep understanding of guest experience and drive a high-energy, precise, warm service.

You will mentor bartenders, manage stock and costs, deputise when needed, and help maintain exceptional quality and clocked service during peak hours.

Qualifications

• Experienced as an Assistant Bar Manager, Supervisor or strong Head Bartender in a quality, cocktail-led venue.
• Passionate about cocktails, wines, spirits and creating memorable guest experiences
• A supportive leader who develops and motivates their team
• Organised, energetic and confident under pressure
• Ambitious and ready to progress towards a Bar Manager role

Responsibilities

• Support the Bar Manager with day-to-day leadership of the bar team
• Lead shifts confidently, ensuring drinks quality, service and speed meet Hawksmoor standards
• Help train and develop bartenders and barbacks through coaching and tastings
• Manage stock, ordering, and waste to maintain excellent cost control
• Be a visible, hands-on leader on the floor and behind the bar
• Deputise for the Bar Manager when needed, keeping service smooth and consistent

Skills

Bar management

Cocktails & drinks

Team leadership

Guest experience

Organised under pressure

Job description

Hawksmoor Air Street in London is seeking an Assistant Bar Manager to support the Bar Manager in leading the bar team, ensuring every drink and service meets Hawksmoor standards. You will combine creativity and leadership with a deep understanding of guest experience and drive a high-energy, precise, warm service.

You will mentor bartenders, manage stock and costs, deputise when needed, and help maintain exceptional quality and clocked service during peak hours.