Bar and Lounge Manager

Cliveden House; Cookham Rise; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in England is seeking a dynamic Bar & Lounge Manager to lead their team, ensuring exceptional service and memorable experiences. The ideal candidate will have leadership skills, a passion for hospitality, and experience in a similar role. Responsibilities include managing team performance, training staff, and maintaining high standards of service. Competitive salary and numerous perks offered, including private healthcare and generous leave policies.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Private healthcare

Year-end Bonus

30 days of annual leave

Regular team gatherings and appreciation events

Complimentary team meals

Qualifications

• Experience in leading or assisting in managing a team within a hospitality environment.
• A good understanding of current and future bar trends.
• Ability to take ownership of team training and development.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the bar performs to the expected 5-star standard.
• Manage team hours through creation and management of rotas.
• Constantly seek opportunities to exceed guest expectations.

Skills

Leadership skills

Passion for hospitality

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

We are currently in search of a dynamic and experienced Bar & Lounge Manager to join our esteemed team at Cliveden House. This role presents an exciting opportunity to manage our bar and lounge, ensuring exceptional service and memorable experiences for our guests. We are looking for an individual with leadership skills, a passion for hospitality, and a commitment to delivering excellence in beverage service.

• Ensure the bar perform to expected 5 star standard
• Managing team hours through creation and management of rotas and by anticipating future business
• Constantly seek out opportunities to go above and beyond for our guests, leading by example to your team
• Understand and develop the bar offering for the benefit of guests and team members
• Have a constant awareness of business levels ensuring a 5 star service is provided at all times
• Keep your team informed of any updates affecting the FB department
• Develop Assistant Managers in their progression through leadership and training
• Work well as part of a team, treating others like family and proactively seek out ways to lend a hand
• Have an eye for detail and very high standards when it comes to our service, hygiene, safety and cleanliness standards. Experience in leading a team or assisting in managing a team within a hospitality environment essential.
• A good understanding of current and future bar trends
• Ability to take ownership of team training and development ensuring the best standards are provided
• Confidence, enthusiasm and passion for your work and communication with colleagues
• A keen eye for detail, organisational skills and a flexible attitude

Cliveden is undeniably special. It’s one of the world’s finest luxury 5 Red Star hotels, and it sits right in the heart of the Berkshire countryside, surrounded by 376 acres of stunning gardens and parkland with incredible views over the River Thames. What set us apart is how much we value our team. We’re all about luxury, but we keep things relaxed without all the formalities. We encourage our team to be themselves because it’s their unique personalities that make our guest experiences truly unforgettable. Together, we have created a culture where our efforts go hand in hand with enjoying what we do and delivering with an unwavering commitment for exceptional hospitality.

• Competitive Salary
• £11,000 estimated annual Tronc (non-contractual)
• 30 days of annual leave, including bank holidays
• Private healthcare
• Year-end Bonus
• Uniform allowance
• Regular team gatherings and appreciation events
• Complimentary team meals
• Exclusive team rates and friends & family rates at our Iconic Luxury Hotels, Relais & Chateaux properties worldwide, and London & Regional properties worldwide
• Discounts on all food & beverage offerings including the Cookery School at Chewton Glen
• Discounts on spa treatments and products
• Special gifts based on length of service
• Recommend-a-friend bonus scheme.
• Health cash plan
• Participation in the cycle-to-work scheme
• Access to our employee assistance programme
• Excellent Training and Career Development opportunities
• …and so much more

If you thrive in the fast-paced world of hospitality and are eager to collaborate with an exceptional team, we invite you to get in touch with us. We look forward to hearing from you!