Bar Manager - Growing Restaurant Group

COREcruitment; London; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic restaurant group in London is seeking a Bar Manager to oversee both a refined upstairs restaurant and a vibrant cocktail bar. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a passion for service, and some wine knowledge. This role emphasizes team development and high standards, making it an exciting opportunity for someone ready to advance their career in a quality-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Solid leadership skills and a love for service.
• Wine knowledge – WSET a bonus but not essential.
• Organized, calm, and thrives under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Run two different spaces under one roof – an upstairs restaurant and a lively cocktail bar.
• Lead from the front and ensure quality service.
• Handle rotas, orders, and P&L while focusing on team development.

Skills

Leadership skills

Wine knowledge

Organizational skills

Ability to thrive under pressure

Job description

Bar Manager – Growing Restaurant Group
London | £50,000 + Bonus

We’re working with a standout London group that’s big on quality – quality drinks, quality service, and quality people.

They’re now looking for a Bar Manager to run two different spaces under one roof – a more refined upstairs restaurant with a serious 400-bin wine list (you’ll help curate it), and a lively, cocktail-led bar downstairs.Two bars, two vibes – and you’ll be across both.

This isn’t an office-based role.You’ll be on the floor, leading from the front, running service, making sure drinks are bang-on and standards stay sharp.Of course, you’ll handle rotas, orders, P&L – but the real focus is people and product.

You’ll be developing the team as the group continues to grow – this business values talent and wants to keep the good ones.You’ll be training, supporting, and raising the bar even when you’re not on shift.

What they’re looking for:

• Someone who lives and breathes the product
• Solid leadership skills and a love for service
• Wine knowledge – WSET a bonus but not essential
• Organised, calm, and thrives under pressure
• Someone who’s ready to step up and grow with the brand

If this sounds like your kind of challenge, send your CV to Kate at COREcruitment dot com.