Bar Manager

Talantir; Ambleside; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gratuities (monthly)

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted bed & breakfast rates

Discounted food & beverage

Complimentary meal on duty

Professional development & training

Recognition programmes

Onsite leisure facilities access

Job summary

Classic Lodges is seeking an experienced Bar Manager to lead our hotel bar and lounge, delivering exceptional service and maintaining high standards. You will oversee daily bar operations, cellar, stock control, and collaborate with F&B and events teams to enhance guest experiences across the property.

Reporting to the Food & Beverage Manager, you will coach colleagues, contribute to drinks menu development and support commercial targets for the outlet, with evening and weekend shifts integral

Qualifications

• Previous management experience in a bar, restaurant or hotel hospitality environment.
• Professional, friendly and confident approach when interacting with guests and colleagues.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, wines, beers, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality beverages and maintain cocktail/drink menus.
• Provide excellent guest service and handle enquiries professionally.
• Oversee stock control, ordering, deliveries and wastage to meet budget targets.
• Maintain cleanliness, presentation and organisation of the bar and back-of-house areas.
• Ensure licensing compliance, health & safety, and responsible service of alcohol.
• Collaborate with F&B and events teams for functions and promotions.
• Monitor sales and support commercial initiatives to maximise revenue.

Skills

Leadership

Guest service

Stock control

Cost management

Cocktails knowledge

Communication

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and guest-focused Bar Manager to lead our bar and beverage operations. This is a guest-facing role responsible for delivering outstanding service, maintaining high standards,

The Role

As Bar Manager, you will oversee the daily operation of the hotel bar and lounge, ensuring exceptional service, product quality and compliance with licensing regulations. You will manage the bar, cellar, orders, control stock and work closely with the Food & Beverage and events teams to deliver seamless guest experiences across the property.

Reporting to the Food & Beverage Manager, you will be expected to lead by example, coach colleagues, contribute to the drinks menu development and support commercial targets for the outlet.

About You

• Previous management experience in a bar, restaurant or hotel hospitality environment
• A professional, friendly and confident approach when interacting with guests and colleagues
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, wines, beers, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages (further training provided)
• Excellent communication, organisational and customer service skills
• Experience of stock control, ordering and cost management
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation
• A flexible, reliable and proactive attitude with a genuine passion for hospitality

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the delivery of high-quality beverages, including creation and maintenance of cocktail and drinks menus
• Maintain excellent levels of guest service, handling enquiries and complaints professionally
• Oversee stock control, ordering, deliveries and wastage procedures to meet budgetary targets
• Maintain cleanliness, presentation and organisation of the bar and back-of-house areas
• Ensure compliance with licensing laws, health and safety and company policies, including responsible service of alcohol
• Collaborate with the Food & Beverage and events teams to support functions, private dining and promotional activity
• Monitor sales performance and contribute to commercial initiatives to maximise revenue

What We Offer

• Share of monthly gratuities (circa £1 per hour worked)
• Enhanced holiday entitlement with service (up to 33 days)
• Employee Assistance Programme via Hospitality Action
• Discounted Bed & Breakfast rates across the Classic Lodges portfolio
• Discounted food and beverage when staying within the group
• Complimentary meal whilst on duty
• Access to professional development, accredited training courses and apprenticeships
• Recognition programmes including Employee of the Quarter, Long Service Awards and Group Annual Awards
• Use of the onsite leisure facilities

This role involves evening and weekend shifts.

If you are passionate about hospitality, thrive in a leadership role and enjoy creating memorable guest experiences, we would be delighted to hear from you.