Bar Manager

Thwaites

Metropolitan Borough of Solihull

On-site

GBP 32,000 - 42,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Stream wage access (up to 40%)

28 days annual leave

Health cash plan

Pension Scheme and Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Apprenticeships available

Bespoke training programmes

Engaging & supportive work environment

Job summary

Thwaites in Solihull is seeking a hands-on Bar Manager to lead the front-of-house team in a busy hotel environment. You will oversee rotas, drive service standards and help maximise revenue through engaging, knowledgeable bar service.

You will nurture your team, role-model excellence and be the main point of contact for daily operations. Flexibility to work across locations and shifts is required, with a focus on delivering memorable guest experiences.

Qualifications

Experience managing a fast-paced bar environment.
Strong leadership and coaching skills for front-of-house teams.
Proven ability to drive service standards and guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

Taking control of rotas and labour costs.
Managing staff levels to meet payroll budgets.
Developing and coaching the skills of your team.
Being the point of call for any management issues.
Creating drinks and supporting the wider food and drink team when needed.

Skills

Rota management

Staff management

Team leadership

Customer service

Food & beverage knowledge

Job description

Are you looking for the next step in your career behind the bar?

We are looking for a dynamic Bar Manager to support the front of house team in our busy hotel. As Bar Manager you will ensure that your team are delivering excellent service to all of our guests, taking responsibility for continuously improving standards and driving revenue.

Your day to day as Bar Manager;

Taking control of rotas
Managing staff levels to meet payroll budgets
Managing and developing the skills of your team
Being the point of call for any management issues
Creating and serving drinks will be you’re a key part of the role but you will also support the wider food and drink team whenever necessary

Who are we looking for?

As Bar Manager, you will need to be proactive and ensure the smooth running of the day to day operations of the business.

This is a hands-on role so you will need to be comfortable with rolling up your sleeves and getting involved with service.

You will thrive as a Bar Manager if you’re an outgoing person with a real passion for your craft. You’ll need to create a fun and rewarding environment for your team and lead by example.

We need someone with previous experience of working within a busy, food-led operation – exposure to supervisory or management dutiesis essential. Wine knowledge is advantageous with a passion for food and a genuine desire for providing excellent service to our guests.

Our business is open all day every day so you will need to be flexible with the times you can work.

In return, we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with;