Bar Manager – Dirty Martini

Dirty Martini (Nightcap Plc.); London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant cocktail bar in London is seeking a Bar Manager to oversee daily operations and lead the team to create exceptional guest experiences. The ideal candidate should have at least 1 year of experience in a busy bar environment and possess excellent communication skills. This role offers competitive pay with various employee benefits and a fun working atmosphere.

Benefits

£14.50 per hour + service charge

50% discount on food and drink

£10,000 life assurance

Access to discount portal

Early pay access through Wagestream

Employee Assistance Program

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working as a senior bartender or team leader.
• Confident, self-motivated, and driven professional.
• Methodical and thorough in problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and run busy shifts.
• Support General Manager and team.
• Ensure team meets company standards.

Skills

At least 1 year experience in a busy bar

Resilient and adaptable

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge in stocks and health & safety

Job description

Bar Manager – Dirty Martini

What’s in It for You?

• £14.50 per hour + service charge.
• An amazing 50% discount on food and drink across all our awesome venues.
• £10,000 life assurance to support your loved ones if the worst happens.
• Deals and discounts with a wide range of businesses through our discount portal.
• Early access to your pay through Wagestream.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which provides consultation sessions on mental health, well-being and finance, grants, and any other needed support.
• Training and development opportunities. We’re invested in your success during your time with us!
• Fun and vibrant working environment with a fantastic team.

About Us

Dirty Martini isn't just any cocktail bar; we're an industry-leading brand that believes in providing exceptional training, competitive pay, and endless opportunities for growth. You'll have the chance to work alongside top professionals, get creative with menu design, and even attend product tastings and showcases. It's an experience like no other!

What We Need

Bar Managers are the go-to within their teams, they are responsible for guiding the team through the good and tough days (hopefully not too many tough days but this is hospitality!) Taking responsibilities that will enable them to one day become General Managers in their own Store!

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and confidently run busy shifts, ensuring a seamless experience for our guests.
• Be a Team player, supporting your General Manager and team through thick and thin.
• Ensure our bartending team are meeting the standards of the company, with their spec knowledge and cocktail making skills.
• Act as a role model for the bartending, bar back and floor team.

Skills and Experience

• At least x1 year experience working in a busy bar as a senior bartender or team leader.
• Resilient and adaptable to change in a fast-paced environment.
• Honest, hardworking and a team player.
• Confident, self-motivated, and driven professional.
• Methodical and thorough when problem solving.
• Approachable at all times regardless of workload.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Some experience organising rotas and managing the bars’ labour margin would be extremely beneficial.
• Knowledge in handling stocks, licensing, risk assessments and health & safety.
• A hands-on manager who isn’t afraid to get behind a station when your team is in the weeds and smash out a dozen Espresso Martini’s!

About Nightcap

Nightcap is an award-winning operator in the late-night bar scene. We operate a portfolio of bars and venues across the UK, including brands like The Cocktail Club, Tonight Josephine, Barrio Familia, and Dirty Martini to name just a few. With a mission to be the UK’s leading bar group. Our purpose of existence is the belief that EVERYONE deserves a great night out, and therefore it's everyone's job to make sure we create great nights... and days out! We have a lively and dynamic work-ethos across all our bars and offices. Our culture is creative, innovative, and collaborative, where everyone contributes ideas and brings their true self to work every day, as we are hell-bent on harnessing a place where everyone can belong. Working here is fast paced, at times challenging, but copious amounts of fun!

Our Values

• We Start at the Bar - At Nightcap, we make every decision based on what is right for our bars. This ensures our choices are practical, guest-focused, and truly reflect our business. It's all about staying grounded in real experiences to drive our success.
• Proud AF -Taking pride in our work means striving for excellence and being dedicated to success. At Nightcap, we encourage our teams to bring their passion every day, delivering world-class service and creating unforgettable experiences for our guests.
• Become Your Best Self - At Nightcap, we thrive on personal development of each other. We encourage our teams to seek growth, improve their skills, and enjoy the journey. It's about becoming the best version of yourself while having fun along the way.
• Own the Outcome - We believe in setting clear goals, taking full responsibility, and staying committed to achieve success. At Nightcap, we focus on results and make sure we follow through on our promises.
• People Are Everything - At Nightcap, we know our people are our greatest asset. We focus on creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported. Because at the end of the day, it's our people who make all the difference.

If you enjoy mixing up delicious cocktails and providing excellent service to create memorable experiences for our guests, then we would be delighted to hear from you.

We look forward to having you join our team at Dirty Martini!