Assistant Manager

Metro Pub Co - Bra_302; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution

Training & development (apprenticeship

Staff discounts up to 33%

Employee assistance programme

Family-friendly maternity/paternity

Wagestream - access pay before payday

Retail discounts

Job summary

Metro Pub Co - Bra_302 is seeking an Assistant Manager/Bar Manager in Glasgow to join our busy pub. You will support the General Manager, lead from the front, and drive wet sales while developing a high-performing team to create memorable customer experiences.

You will manage stock, ordering and wastage, oversee bar profitability, recruitment, training and performance management, and ensure compliance with licensing, health & safety and food safety standards as you help hit KPIs.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Assistant Manager, Bar Manager or Supervisor within a busy hospitality environment.
• Passion for delivering amazing customer experiences.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience managing stock, ordering and waste/cost control.
• Ability to think on your feet during busy service periods.
• Attention to detail and high standards.
• Knowledge of drinks, cocktails and premium products is advantageous.
• Sufficient spoken and written English to perform the role safely and understand allergen controls.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager in all aspects of running the business, taking responsibility for the pub in their absence.
• Lead and develop the bar team to deliver exceptional service and maximise sales opportunities.
• Take ownership of stock control, ordering, wastage management and bar profitability.
• Support recruitment, training, coaching and performance management across the wider pub team.
• Drive operational excellence across both front-of-house and bar operations.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, licensing requirements, health & safety and food safety procedures.
• Contribute to labour management, shift planning and achieving business KPIs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team development

Stock management

Cost control

People management

Job description

Job Description

As an Assistant Manager / Bar Manager, you'll be at the heart of our management team, helping to ensure the smooth running of a busy pub while taking ownership of the bar operation. Working closely with the General Manager, you'll lead from the front, creating memorable customer experiences, driving wet sales, and developing a high-performing team.

Qualifications

What you'll do as an Assistant Manager / Bar Manager...

• Support the General Manager in all aspects of running the business, taking responsibility for the pub in their absence.
• Lead and develop the bar team to deliver exceptional service and maximise sales opportunities.
• Take ownership of stock control, ordering, wastage management and bar profitability.
• Support recruitment, training, coaching and performance management across the wider pub team.
• Drive operational excellence across both front-of-house and bar operations.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, licensing requirements, health & safety and food safety procedures.
• Contribute to labour management, shift planning and achieving business KPIs.

What you'll bring...

• Previous experience as an Assistant Manager, Bar Manager or Supervisor within a busy hospitality environment.
• A passion for delivering amazing customer experiences and creating memorable occasions.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Experience managing stock, ordering and controlling waste and costs.
• The ability to think on your feet and adapt to challenges during busy service periods.
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards.
• Knowledge of drinks, cocktails and premium products would be advantageous.
• Sufficient spoken and written English to perform the role safely and understand allergen controls.

Additional Information

We're all about rewarding our team's hard work, that's why…

You'll receive a competitive salary, pension contribution as well as:

• The chance to further your career across our well-known brands - as one of the industry's top apprenticeship providers, we can provide training and development at each level of your career.
• Discount of 33% for you and 15% for your loved ones on all of our brands - so you enjoy your favourite food and drink at a discount.
• Free employee assistance program - mental health, well-being, financial, and legal support because you matter!
• Enhanced, family-friendly maternity and paternity policies
• Menopause Friendly Employer
• Discount of 50% for you and 25% for your loved ones at our Greene King Inns and hotels - so you can enjoy a weekend away without breaking the bank.
• Refer a friend - who do you know who could be interested in a new role? When they are placed, you could earn up to £1,500 for referring them!
• Wagestream - access your wage before payday for when life happens.
• Retail discounts - Receive up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive discounts with Three Mobile along with many more…

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We aim to embed inclusion into every decision we make - across our people, customers, communities, suppliers, and operations. We want to create a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and able to thrive.