Bar Manager

Bart & Taylor; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in Covent Garden is seeking a Bar Manager for its new venture, Cato. In this role, you will lead a passionate team, deliver exceptional guest experiences, and innovate a beverage programme. Candidates should be dynamic leaders with hands-on bar experience and a passion for hospitality. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of up to £42,000 annually plus benefits including service charge.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Service charge

Creative work environment

Qualifications

• Dynamic leader with hands-on bar experience.
• Organised, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Passionate about hospitality and inclusivity.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a passionate bar team.
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Innovate and maintain a beverage programme.
• Manage inventory, wastage, and labour to company standards.
• Collaborate with management to drive performance.

Skills

Leadership

Cocktail creation

Customer service

Team building

Job description

Overview

Bar Manager – Cato, Bart & Taylor. Covent Garden | Competitive salary + service charge | NYC-inspired cocktails & hospitality. Cato is the latest venture from Bart & Taylor and award-winning Bartender, Mr Ungarnished. Named after Alexander Cato, the world’s first celebrity bartender. Inspired by the energy, diversity, and vibrancy of NYC, Cato spans three unique rooms, each designed to bring people together over exceptional drinks, bold flavours, and unforgettable experiences. We’re looking for a Bar Manager to help lead this exciting new opening. You’ll be at the heart of building a team that thrives on creativity, inclusivity, and delivering industry-leading hospitality every day.

What you’ll do

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a passionate bar team, creating a culture of excellence.
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences, ensuring every visit to Cato is memorable.
• Innovate and maintain a beverage programme that blends classic cocktails with modern creativity.
• Manage inventory, wastage, and labour to company standards.
• Collaborate with the wider management team to drive performance and growth.

Who you are

• A dynamic leader with hands-on bar experience and a love of great cocktails.
• Passionate about hospitality, inclusivity, and building communities.
• Organised, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Excited to shape a new opening from day one and make your mark.

Why Bart & Taylor?

We’re on a mission to redefine hospitality in every neighbourhood we enter. At Bart & Taylor, talent thrives, creativity flourishes, and communities are united. Joining us means being part of a team that celebrates bold ideas, meaningful experiences, and people-first culture. This is more than a job – it’s a chance to shape a landmark venue in Covent Garden and lead a team that sets new standards in hospitality.

Apply today and help bring Cato to life

Experience: Required
Languages: English – Advanced
Employment: Full-time
Schedule: 45 hours per week
Salary: up to £42,000 yearly
Benefits: Including Service Charge

About Bart & Taylor: Bart & Taylor Co. are a collection of award-winning, premium boutique bars and restaurants spanning from London to the North of England, each with its own unique concept and style.