Bar Manager

Crieff Hydro Hotel and Resort; Crieff; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in Accommodation

Exclusive Discounts

Team Rate Hotel Stays

Refer a Friend Bonus

Guest Mention Rewards

Friendly & Supportive Team

Career Progression

Wellbeing Support

Team Events & Annual Staff Party

Job summary

Crieff Hydro Hotel and Resort is seeking a Bar Manager to oversee day and night operations across multiple bar venues. You will lead a team of bartenders and supervisors, maintain stock, and ensure service standards remain consistently high while driving training and development for the team.

You will also support events, promotions and new menu launches, with a focus on cocktails, whisky expertise and exceptional guest service.

Qualifications

• Experience leading or supervising a bar team.
• Passion for drinks, service, and guest experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills with ability to oversee multiple venues.
• Interest in cocktails and whisky, with knowledge of drinks trends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day and night bar operations to ensure smooth service.
• Lead and motivate bartenders and supervisors.
• Maintain stock levels and drive efficient ordering processes.
• Uphold service standards and consistency across venues.
• Support training on cocktail knowledge, whisky expertise and customer service.
• Assist with events, promotions and new menu launches.

Skills

Leadership

Hospitality

Communication

Organisation

Product knowledge

Job description

Be part of the Family

We’re a family business through and through – family owned since 1868, family run and with a warm family welcome for guests and team alike. Our seven hotels are unique and set in three stunning Scottish locations. Some are big, some are small, but all offer fantastic food and drink, cozy beds and a wealth of things to do.

We offer an expansive range of benefits to help you make the most of life outside of work, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels heard and valued.

We treat our guests like family, and we support our people the same way. If you’re someone who lives our values of Be Creative, Be Curious, Be Thoughtful, Be Positive and Be You, you’ll fit right in.

Crieff Hydro

In the heart of Scotland, we’re set in a 900 acre estate in stunning Perthshire. A home from home, we’ve been welcoming generations of families for 150 years. We have 215 hotel bedrooms, 55 self-catering lodges, 6 restaurants and over 60 onsite activities – including a spa, leisure centre, horse‑riding centre and our famously exciting Action Glen. There really is something for everyone!

About The Role

As Bar Manager, you will oversee and ensure a smooth service across day and night operations. You’ll be responsible for:

• Leading and motivating a team of bartenders and supervisors.
• Maintaining stock levels and ensuring efficient ordering processes.
• Upholding service standards, ensuring consistency across all venues.
• Supporting training and development for the team, focusing on cocktail knowledge, whisky expertise and exceptional customer service.
• Assisting with events, promotions and new menu launches.

What We Need From You

• Leadership skills – experience supervising or managing a bar team.
• Hospitality enthusiasm – a passion for drinks, service, and customer experience.
• Strong communication skills – to lead your team and engage with guests.
• Organisation and adaptability – ability to oversee multiple venues.
• Product knowledge – an interest in cocktails, whisky, and drinks trends.

What You'll Get From Us

• Live-in Accommodation – Affordable housing with bills included may be available. Availability and rates (set by HMRC) can be discussed at interview.
• Exclusive Discounts – Enjoy free leisure membership for you and a partner, 30% off retail, 50% of food and drinks, and reduced rates on hotel activities.
• Team Rate Hotel Stays – Take time to recharge with discounted stays at all of our hotels from just £30 per night - where will you explore next?
• Refer a Friend Bonus – Earn up to £250-£500 for each successful team member or manager which you recommend to us.
• Guest Mention Rewards – Earn £5 every time a guest gives you a positive shoutout in a review.
• A Friendly & Supportive Team – Work in a fun, welcoming environment where team spirit and well-being are a priority.
• Career Progression – With seven hotels, multiple departments, and a wide range of roles, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow and explore new career paths.
• Wellbeing Support – Get 24/7 confidential support via the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme, covering mental health, finances, and more.
• Team Events & Annual Staff Party – We love to celebrate our people! Enjoy team events throughout the year and a legendary annual staff party.

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Please note: This opportunity does not qualify for sponsorship. To be considered for this role, you must have the right to work in the UK.

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