Assistant Manager – Tonight Josephine, Waterloo

Nightcap Plc; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

50% staff discount on food & drink

Life assurance 4x salary

Discount portal access

Early pay with Wagestream

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Training & development

Job summary

Nightcap Plc’s Tonight Josephine in Waterloo is seeking an Assistant Manager to oversee daily operations and ensure an outstanding guest experience. You’ll guide bar staff, manage openings and closings, and contribute to a dynamic, high-energy venue.

You’ll benefit from a strong bonus scheme, a generous service charge, and extensive staff discounts as part of a vibrant team. If cocktails and hospitality excite you, apply now and join us.

Qualifications

• Experience in opening and closing procedures for a late-night bar.
• Ability to lead a team and motivate staff in a fast-paced environment.
• Cocktail bartending experience with free pouring is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations and guest experience.
• Manage bar staff and schedules; ensure smooth service.
• Support Management Team in training and development.
• Maintain stock, safety, and compliance for the bar.

Skills

Cocktail bartending

Team leadership

Customer service

Opening & closing

Stock management

Job description

Assistant Manager – Tonight Josephine, Waterloo

What's in It for You?

• £35,000 base salary + Bonus + service charge.
• Exciting bonus scheme so you share in the business’ success.
• An amazing 50% discount on food and drink across all our awesome venues.
• 4 x Salary life assurance to support your loved ones if the worst happens.
• Deals and discounts with a wide range of businesses through our discount portal.
• Early access to your pay through Wagestream.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which provides consultation sessions on mental health, well-being and finance, grants, and any other needed support.
• Training and development opportunities. We're invested in your success during your time with us!
• Fun and vibrant working environment with a fantastic team.

About Us:

Who is Josephine? Josephine is the original rule breakerwho doesn’t give a damn what anyone else thinks. She started as a nobody but with a whole lot of hustle and a little bit of luck, she became Empress of the French. Her motto? Well behaved women don’t make history! We are the Bande de Filles. Cocktails forever!

About Nightcap:

Nightcap is an award-winning operator in the late-night bar scene. We operate a portfolio of bars and venues across the UK, including brands like The Cocktail Club, Tonight Josephine, Barrio Familia, and Dirty Martini to name just a few. With a mission to be the UK’s leading bar group. Our purpose of existence is the belief that EVERYONE deserves a great night out, and therefore it's everyone's job to make sure we create great nights... and days out! We have a lively and dynamic work-ethos across all our bars and offices. Our culture is creative, innovative, and collaborative, where everyone contributes ideas and brings their true self to work every day, as we are hell-bent on harnessing a place where everyone can belong. Working here is fast paced, at times challenging, but copious amounts of fun!

What We Need:

As an Assistant Manager, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Management Team in overseeing the day-to-day operations and ensuring an exceptional experience for our guests. Your focus will be on maintaining a high level of customer service, managing the bar staff, and contributing to the bar's overall success.

Even if you’re new to the cocktail game, don’t worry, we have the best trainers in the industry to teach you everything you need to know about cocktails.

Responsibilities:

• Experience in opening and closing procedures for a late-night bar.
• Ready to run off-peak shifts.
• Build relationships with all employees.
• Guide and motivate the Team towards delivering unforgettable experiences and support their development.

Skills and Experience:

• We're looking ideally for a Head Bartender looking to grow into Management.
• Resilient and adaptable to change in a fast-paced environment.
• Honest, hardworking and a team player.
• Confident, self-motivated, and driven professional.
• A multi-tasker who is fast and charismatic.
• Have experience with Cocktail bartending and free pouring is desired, but not essential.
• Familiar with stock management, rotas and/or licensing.
• Not afraid to start a party!

Our Values:

• We Start at the Bar - At Nightcap, we make every decision based on what is right for our bars. This ensures our choices are practical, guest-focused, and truly reflect our business. It's all about staying grounded in real experiences to drive our success.
• Proud AF -Taking pride in our work means striving for excellence and being dedicated to success. At Nightcap, we encourage our teams to bring their passion every day, delivering world-class service and creating unforgettable experiences for our guests.
• Become Your Best Self - At Nightcap, we thrive on personal development of each other. We encourage our teams to seek growth, improve their skills, and enjoy the journey. It's about becoming the best version of yourself while having fun along the way.
• Own the Outcome - We believe in setting clear goals, taking full responsibility, and staying committed to achieve success. At Nightcap, we focus on results and make sure we follow through on our promises.
• People Are Everything - At Nightcap, we know our people are our greatest asset. We focus on creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported. Because at the end of the day, it's our people who make all the difference.

If you enjoy mixing up delicious cocktails and providing excellent service to create memorable experiences for our guests, then we would be delighted to hear from you.

We look forward to having you join our team at Tonight Josephine!