Bar Manager

Smoking Goat; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern Thai barbecue restaurant in London seeks a Bar Manager to create exceptional drinks experiences. The ideal candidate has significant bar experience, a strong foundation in traditional cocktails, and is passionate about seasonal ingredients. Responsibilities include developing drink recipes, delivering high-quality service, and managing the bar team. The position offers 28 days of annual leave and various employee benefits including discounts and training opportunities.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

50% discount at all restaurants

Enhanced parental leave

Pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Significant bar experience in a high-quality, fast-paced environment.
• Strong foundation in traditional cocktails and a love for experimenting with fresh, seasonal ingredients.
• Passionate about produce, hospitality, and learning new skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop original cocktails that reflect a produce-first approach.
• Deliver bar and floor service, ensuring guests feel welcomed.
• Hire and manage a bar team that delivers top-class service.
• Oversee stock management and build supplier relationships.
• Prepare the weekly bar rota within budget.

Skills

Traditional cocktail knowledge

Creativity in drink recipes

Team collaboration

Service delivery

Stock management

Job description

Smoking Goat is an open-fire Thai barbecue restaurant and bar, serving food inspired by the street food of Bangkok. We're a busy restaurant that works closely with exceptional farmers and offers a daily-changing menu. Our drinks programme includes unique beers, natural wines, and a growing vinyl record collection.

We’re looking for a Bar Manager to join our team and help us deliver exceptional drinks experiences that reflect our produce-first, seasonal approach.

What you’ll be doing:

Bar Creativity & Seasonal Innovation

• Bring a deep knowledge of traditional cocktails while developing original recipes that reflect our produce-first approach.
• Collaborate with the kitchen and sourcing teams to align drinks with seasonal menus.
• Help shape our evolving drinks list and contribute ideas for specials and new offerings.

Manager Support & Service

• Confidently deliver bar and floor service, ensuring guests feel welcomed and well looked after.
• Support the wider FOH team across all areas of service as needed.
• Contribute to a lively, respectful team environment focused on high standards and positive energy.
• Manage opening and closing procedures, including cashing up.
• Prepare the weekly bar rota within budget set by the General Manager, ready by Tuesday each week.

Training, Leadership & Development

• Hire and manage a bar team that delivers top-class product and service.
• Support bar supervisors in training the wider bar and FOH team in drinks knowledge and service.
• Share your skills and enthusiasm with junior team members, building a culture of learning and collaboration.
• Take on increasing responsibility as your experience and role grows.

Stock, Suppliers & Accountability

• Oversee stock management, ordering, and accounting processes.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and producers, supporting the General Manager in sourcing and logistics.
• Maintain clean, organised, and well-stocked bar spaces.

What you’ll bring:

• Significant bar experience in a high-quality, fast-paced environment.
• Strong foundation in traditional cocktails and a love for experimenting with fresh, seasonal ingredients.
• Comfortable delivering floor service and working across the full FOH team.
• A team player with a collaborative mindset and positive energy.
• Highly organised, with a keen eye for detail and quality.
• Passionate about produce, hospitality, and learning new skills.
• Full UK right to work documents.
• Flexibility to work full-time across varied shifts.

What’s in it for you:

• 28 days of annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Access to courses, resources, and training to enhance your career.
• 50% discount at all our restaurants, along with complimentary staff meals during your shifts.
• Discounted dining at various local establishments near Super 8 Restaurants.
• Enhanced parental leave, pension scheme, subsidised mental health support, and a cycle-to-work scheme.
• Refer a Friend scheme—recommend someone to join Super 8 and receive a bonus!
• Opportunities for both international and national travel to visit our suppliers and learn about sourcing ingredients and beverages.