Bar Manager/Assistant Manager - Afters

Nightcap Plc; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Service charge & bonus

Discounts on food and drink

Discount portal deals

Early access to pay (Wagestream)

Life assurance (£10,000)

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Vibrant team environment

Job summary

Nightcap Plc in London is seeking an experienced Bar Manager / Assistant Manager to lead a busy venue, maintain high standards, and keep the team motivated during peak nights.

You will oversee shifts, develop the bar team, ensure compliance, and deliver excellent guest experiences, collaborating with management to drive performance and guest loyalty.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a busy bar or late-night hospitality.
• Experience supervising or managing a team and leading from the front.
• Ability to stay calm and organised during busy periods.
• Solid knowledge of bar operations, drinks and service standards.
• Excellent communication and people skills with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the team during busy shifts and set the service tone.
• Own the bar operation and maintain high standards throughout service.
• Recruit, train and develop the bar team.
• Coach and motivate team members to develop skills.
• Deliver excellent guest experiences and nurture regular customers.
• Manage service during high-volume periods while keeping the team focused.
• Assist stock management, ordering, cash handling and day-to-day procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness, presentation, licensing and compliance.
• Collaborate with management to drive venue performance.
• Lead by example and get stuck in alongside the team.

Skills

Bar management

Team leadership

Communication

Customer service

Organisational skills

Job description

The Role

Low lights. Loud nights. Good drinks. No boring shifts.

We’re looking for an experienced Bar Manager / Assistant Manager to join our team and help lead the bar through busy nights, keeping standards high, the team motivated and the good times rolling.

You’ll be hands‑on, visible and ready to get stuck in. From leading shifts and supporting the team to making sure guests have a great experience, you’ll play an important role in keeping the venue running smoothly.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading and supporting the team during busy shifts, setting the tone for great service.
• Taking ownership of the bar operation and ensuring high standards are maintained throughout service.
• Supporting the recruitment, training and development of the bar team.
• Coaching and motivating team members to help them develop their skills and progress.
• Delivering excellent guest experiences and building strong relationships with regular customers.
• Managing service efficiently during high-volume periods while keeping the team calm and focused.
• Supporting stock management, ordering, cash handling and day‑to‑day operational procedures.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, presentation, licensing and compliance.
• Working closely with the wider management team to drive venue performance.
• Getting stuck in alongside the team and leading by example.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience working in a busy bar or late‑night hospitality environment.
• Experience supervising or managing a team, with the confidence to lead from the front.
• Someone who stays calm and organised when things get busy.
• Strong knowledge of bar operations, drinks and service standards.
• A natural people person with great communication skills and good chat.
• Someone with plenty of energy, a strong work ethic and a positive attitude.
• No ego – you’re happy getting stuck in wherever you’re needed.
• A genuine passion for hospitality and creating memorable experiences for guests.
• Someone who enjoys a lively environment and can handle a little bit of chaos.

What’s in It for You?

• £35,000 salary + service charge & Bonus
• Earn as you learn – with skill‑based pay, your hourly rate can increase as you develop new skills.
• Up to 50% discount on food and drink across all our awesome venues.
• Deals and discounts with a wide range of businesses through our discount portal.
• Early access to your pay through Wagestream.
• £10,000 life assurance to support your loved ones if the worst happens.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with support across mental health, wellbeing and financial matters.
• Fun and vibrant working environment with a fantastic team.

Why Nightcap?

At Nightcap, we’re all about great nights, great people and creating venues that guests want to come back to.

If you’re looking for a role where you can take ownership, lead a team and be right in the middle of the action, we’d love to hear from you.