Bar and Lounge Manager - Maidenhead, Berkshire

Cliveden House; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 11,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in the UK is seeking an experienced Bar & Lounge Manager to oversee the bar operations, ensuring exceptional service and a memorable experience for guests. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and a passion for hospitality, with the ability to maintain high standards in beverage service. Offering competitive salary, extensive benefits including private healthcare, and opportunities for professional development, this role is perfect for someone keen to thrive in a vibrant hospitality environment.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

30 days of annual leave

Private healthcare

Year-end Bonus

Uniform allowance

Discounts on food & beverage

Discounts on spa treatments

Health cash plan

Qualifications

• Experience in leading or assisting in managing a hospitality team.
• Ability to take ownership of team training and development.
• Confidence and enthusiasm in communication with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the bar meets 5-star standards.
• Manage team hours and anticipate future business.
• Go above and beyond for guests, leading by example.

Skills

Leadership skills

Passion for hospitality

Understanding of bar trends

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Cliveden House

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 sets 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.

Bar & Lounge Manager

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.

Bar Lounge Manager - About you

• Experience in leading a team or assisting in managing a team within in 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

Bar Lounge Manager Responsibilities

• 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

What’s in it for you?

• 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!