Bar Manager

68 & Shanghai at Spitalfields; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Weekly pay

Pension scheme

Fun working environment

45 hours per week

Staff discount across sites

Free meals on shift

Career development

Share of service charge

Ongoing personal development

Job summary

The Breakfast Group is seeking an enthusiastic Bar Manager for 68 & Shanghai at Spitalfields, London. You will lead the bar team, manage stock, GP targets and wage budgets while delivering exceptional guest experiences in a two-concept venue across four floors.

Based in a central London location, this role offers a competitive salary, weekly pay, staff discount across the group, free meals on shift and clear opportunities for personal development within the expanding Breakfast Group portfolio.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing stock, GP targets and wage budgets.
• Interest in self-development and growth.
• Managing Bar team and driving bar staff training, engagement and motivation.
• Ability to lead corporate events.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Extraordinary attention to detail.
• Willingness to support and drive business strategies.
• Confident understanding of UK licensing, food hygiene and health and safety legislation.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to contribute creatively to drink menus.
• Knowledge in complaint handling and providing best customer experience.

Skills

Stock management

Budget control

Leadership

Training & motivation

Event leadership

Communication skills

Under pressure

Attention to detail

Strategic thinking

Licensing knowledge

Problem-solving

Menu creativity

Complaint handling

Job description

The Breakfast Group was founded in 1991 and for over 30 years have operated some of the most vibrant and unique venues in London, bringing passion for creating experiences by designing memorable spaces for busy Londoners to meet, greet and have much-needed catch-ups.

Our front of house, back of house, and back-office teams reflect this passion, bringing flair and creativity to each venue to serve fantastic food, drinks, and ambience to everyone who walks through our doors. Each venue is entirely individual, so we've got somewhere to suit everyone, whether you're looking for somewhere to celebrate a special occasion or the perfect spot for a weekend brunch.

The Breakfast Group are proud to operate some of London's award-winning bars and restaurants. With over 30 years of experience in the industry and a fantastic team behind us, we know how to show hungry and thirsty Londoners a good time.

We are currently looking for an enthusiasticBar Managerto join our fantastic team at The Breakfast Group and have the opportunity to grow within our expanding group of venues.

What are we looking for from ideal candidate?

• Experience in managing stock, GP targets and wage budgets
• Interest in self-development and growth
• Managing Bar team and driving bar staff training, engagement and motivation
• Ability to lead corporate events
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Extraordinary attention to detail
• Willingness to support and drive business strategies
• Confident understanding of UK licensing, food hygiene and health and safety legislation
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to contribute creatively to drink menus
• Knowledge in complaint handling and providing best customer experience

What we offer in exchange?

• A competitive, industry leading salary package
• Weekly pay
• Healthy work-life balance
• Pension scheme
• Fun working environment
• 45 hours per week contract
• 50% staff discount across every site of the group
• Free meals on shift
• An opportunity to develop yourroleand grow with the group
• Share of service charge
• Ongoing personal development structure to provide you with career guidance

The Venue

Nestled in the heart of Spitalfields, just moments from Liverpool Street and Shoreditch, 68 & Shanghai is a four-floor drinking destination that brings people together.

Warm, welcoming, and full of character, our venue is home to two distinct concepts: a two-floor classic Wine Bar & Cellar celebrating the humble grape and Mediterranean flavours, and a two-floor Asian Cocktail Lounge offering an Oriental twist on mixology. Whether guests are looking to escape the busy city, socialise with friends, or wind down after work, 68 & Shanghai provides the perfect backdrop for conversation, drinks, and bites to eat - no matter the occasion.

Part of The Breakfast Group, a collective with over 35 years of shaping some of London’s most vibrant and iconic venues, 68 & Shanghai combines bold design, exceptional hospitality, and a drinks menu that keeps locals, industry insiders, and curious Londoners coming back for more.

Compensation: To be discussed