Bar Manager

The Lensbury Resort; Teddington; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts at Lensbury

Paid annual leave 28 days

Leisure facilities access

Employee assistance program

Hospitality rewards

Staff awards

Free meals on duty

Cycle to work

Free parking

Refer a Friend

Professional development

Riverside location

Job summary

The Lensbury is seeking an experienced Bar Manager to lead beverage operations across the resort. You will oversee daily bar operations, manage stock, negotiate with suppliers, and drive profitability while maintaining exceptional guest service.

Based in Teddington, this role requires strong leadership, excellent product knowledge and hands-on management of stock and standards to deliver a premium hospitality experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Bar Manager or senior supervisor in hospitality.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities.
• Experience managing stock, ordering and cost control.
• Knowledge of licensing legislation and H&S requirements.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation of all bars and beverage service areas.
• Lead and develop beverage team across the resort.
• Develop beverage promotions and seasonal offerings.
• Manage beverage stock and monthly stock takes.
• Monitor wastage and improve stock accountability.
• Negotiate with suppliers and manage supplier relationships.
• Drive profitability through cost control and GP performance.
• Ensure high standards of beverage quality and service.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Stock control

Budgets

Licensing knowledge

Flexible hours

Job description

Bar Manager

The Lensbury, Broom Rd, Teddington, Middlesex, TW11 9NU

About us

Part of Iconic Hotels and Resorts, The Lensbury is located on the Banks of the River Thames at Teddington and is home to an exclusive leisure club, a 155 bedroom hotel, meeting and events space, restaurant and bar, Spa and 25 acres of gardens and grounds. Our Food & Beverage offering includes our private Members' Lounge as well as an all-day dining Restaurant and Bar which are open to residents and members.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Bar Manager to lead all beverage operations across The Lensbury. With overall responsibility for the day-to-day operation of all bars, beverage service areas, cellar management, beverage purchasing, stock control, GP performance and bartender development, the jobholder will work closely with outlet managers and the wider Food & Beverage team. to ensure consistently high standards of beverage quality, service, compliance and profitability across the resort. This is a hands‑on operational role requiring strong leadership, excellent product knowledge and a proactive approach to stock control, training and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation of the bars and beverage service areas across the resort.
• Support outlet managers and supervisors with beverage‑related operational requirements.
• Assist with the development and implementation of beverage promotions and seasonal offerings.
• Take ownership of all beverage stock across the business and complete monthly beverage stock takes.
• Monitor stock movement and minimise wastage.
• Work closely with managers to improve stock accountability across all outlets.
• Manage beverage ordering for Restaurant & Bar; and support all other operational departments with their ordering and requisitioning needs.
• Maintain appropriate stock levels whilst controlling stock value.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with beverage suppliers.
• Liaise with brewers, wine suppliers and drinks representatives.
• Support negotiation of supplier agreements and promotional support opportunities.
• Identify new products and trends to enhance the beverage offering.
• Take overall responsibility for cellar operations and standards
• Manage beverage costs and drive profitability across all beverage operations.
• Monitor beverage gross profit performance.
• Analyse sales trends and identify opportunities to improve revenue.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Ensure consistently high beverage quality and presentation standards.
• Support managers, supervisors and teams in delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Ensure compliance with licensing laws and company procedures.
• Promote responsible alcohol service at all times.

What We’re Looking For

To be successful in this role, you must possess the following qualifications, attitude, behaviours, skills, and values:

• Essential
• Previous experience as a Bar Manager or Senior Bar Supervisor in a hotel, club, leisure, or hospitality environment.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities.
• Experience managing stock control, ordering and cost management.
• Working knowledge of licensing legislation and H&S requirements.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Desirable

• Personal Licence Holder
• Experience within a hotel, conference, events, or members' club
• WSET qualification or strong wine and beverage knowledge
• First Aid qualification

Personal Attributes

• Passionate about hospitality and guest service
• Energetic, professional and highly organised
• Commercially aware and results-driven
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Positive role model with a hands‑on approach Benefits

Benefits

• Discounts at The Lensbury and across some Iconic Hotels & Resorts properties
• Paid annual leave of 28 days including public holidays
• Use of some leisure facilities, including gym & swimming pool
• EAP with 24/7 helpline for you and your family
• Benefits portal with Hospitality Rewards, offering discounts on major brands
• Staff Awards and Social events throughout the year
• Free meals whilst on duty
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Refer a Friend programme
• Access to professional development and training
• A vibrant, supportive team culture in a stunning riverside location

The Lensbury Broom Rd, Teddington, Middlesex, TW11 9NU

Job Details

• Job RefTLH1446
• BranchThe Lensbury
• LocationTeddington
• Salary/BenefitsUp to £35,535 plus Tronc, use of leisure faciliies, EAP, discounts and much more!
• Contract typePermanent
• HoursFull Time
• Hours per week40 hours per week
• Date posted13/08/2026
• Closing date24/09/2026