Bar Manager

The Columbo Group; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join The Parakeet as a Bar Manager, where you'll lead a talented bar team in a vibrant environment known for exceptional hospitality. You will be responsible for delivering outstanding guest experiences, training your team, managing stock efficiently, and building a positive workplace culture. Enjoy competitive benefits including industry trips and personal development opportunities.

Benefits

50% off across all Columbo Group venues

Access to The Columbo Academy for development

Hero of the Month reward - paid weekend off

Sales incentives including £50 vouchers

Global industry trips for top performers

Qualifications

• Experience in bar management in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, and draught.
• A natural leader who brings positivity and structure.

Responsibilities

• Lead bar service with energy, care, and a guest-first attitude.
• Train and develop the bar team focusing on growth.
• Manage rotas, stock, and ordering efficiently.
• Deliver clear, motivating team briefs and maintain service standards.

Skills

Leadership

Product knowledge

Calm under pressure

Empathy

Guest service

Job description

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We have an opportunity for a Bar Manager to join our talented team at The Parakeet.

Located in a restored Victorian pub in the heart of Kentish Town, we offer a menu of fire-led small plates under the direction of Chef Ben Allen . Since opening, The Parakeet has been widely recognised as one of London’s most exciting new restaurant openings—named among Squaremeal’s Top 100 Restaurants , the Top 50 Gastropubs , and reviewed with critical acclaim by Giles Coren and Jimi Famurewa .

We’re looking for a Bar Manager who leads with warmth, confidence, and a passion for heartfelt hospitality. Working closely with the AGM and General Manager, you’ll guide the bar team to deliver great drinks and memorable guest experiences every time.

What you’ll do:

Lead bar service with energy, care, and a guest-first attitude

Train and develop the team, with a focus on confidence, consistency, and growth

Manage rotas, stock, and ordering efficiently and in line with budget

Support recruitment, onboarding, and regular check-ins to help the team thrive

Deliver clear, motivating team briefs and maintain high service standards

Help create a culture where everyone feels welcome, supported, and valued

What we’re looking for:

Bar management experience in a quality-driven, fast-paced environment

A natural leader who brings structure, empathy, and positivity to the team

Strong product knowledge, especially cocktails, spirits, and draught

Calm under pressure and solutions-focused

Someone who takes pride in personal service and enjoys developing others

Why Join Us

The Parakeet is part of The Columbo Group, a family of venues known for their high standards and creative environments. We invest in the growth and development of our people.

Benefits include:

50% off across all Columbo Group venues

Access to The Columbo Academy for personal and professional development

Hero of the Month reward – including a paid weekend off

Sales incentives, including £50 vouchers for top drinks performance

Global industry trips for top performers and wine professionals