Bar Manager

Zanna Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

Share of service charge

Excellent training and progression机会

24/7 employee assistance and wellbeing

Staff social events

Staff referral scheme

50% off food at all our venues

Job summary

The Daisy at Evelyn’s invites an ambitious Bar Manager to lead daily operations, shaping guest experiences and upholding premium service standards. You will drive cocktail innovation, mentor a front-facing team, and manage financials to maintain GP targets while ensuring a welcoming, late-night environment.

This role requires proven supervisory experience in a quality bar, strong wine and spirits knowledge, and a creative approach to drinks development that keeps evolving the venue’s offering.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a supervisory or management role in a high-quality bar or hospitality environment.
• Strong knowledge of wine, spirits and cocktails; mixology expertise.
• Creative menu development and passion for evolving drinks offerings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the bar’s day-to-day operations and guest experience.
• Lead from the front to elevate customer service standards.
• Develop and innovate the drinks menu and cocktails.
• Recruit, train and mentor the team to deliver consistent service.

Skills

Bar management

Wine & spirits knowledge

Mixology

Menu development

Team leadership

Financials & GP control

Stock control

Customer service excellence

Communication skills

Problem solving

Job description

The Daisy at Evelyn’s

A Parisian Pigalle-inspired bar with local resident DJs playing every weekend. Expect late-night escapism with a plush, loft-party energy and a refined drinks menu.

The Daisy is currently undergoing an exciting renovation, and we’re pleased to announce that we’ll be back open with a fresh new look in mid/late September. As we prepare for this next chapter, we’re looking for an ambitious and inspiring Bar Manager to join the team and help bring the new Daisy to life.

The Role

As Bar Manager, you will take responsibility for the overall management and day-to-day operations of the bar, ensuring The Daisy consistently delivers an exceptional guest experience.

You’ll play a key role in shaping the bar’s identity, from creative drinks menu development and cocktail innovation to team training and development. You’ll lead from the front, maintaining and elevating our customer service standards while creating an energetic, welcoming and memorable environment for every guest.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate hospitality professional to join us at an important moment in The Daisy’s journey and make a real impact on the future of the bar.

About You

We’re looking for an inspiring hospitality professional who shares our vision and passion for the industry. You’ll be an experienced Bar Manager or Assistant Bar Manager ready to take the next step, with a strong understanding of what makes a great bar and the ability to bring people with you.

You’ll keep up to date with the latest industry knowledge, techniques and trends, while bringing your own creativity and personality to the role.

You will have:

• Previous experience within a supervisory or management role in a high-quality bar or hospitality environment.
• Solid knowledge of wine, spirits and cocktails.
• A strong understanding of mixology, with a genuine passion for creating exceptional drinks.
• A creative approach to menu development and a desire to continually evolve our drinks offering.
• A good understanding of financials, GP maintenance and stock control.
• The ability to motivate, develop and inspire a team, leading by example.
• A genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service.
• Solution-focused, hands-on approach to challenges and problem solving.
• Excellent organisation and communication skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, late-night environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay
• Share of service charge
• Excellent training and progression opportunities
• 24/7 employee assistance and wellbeing programmeStaff social events
• Staff referral scheme
• 50% off food at all our venues