Bar Manager: Lead a Dynamic Team & Create Memorable Drinks

Wotton House; Dorking; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted hotel stays

Birthday day off

Free meals on duty

Food & beverage discount

Pay access via Wagestream

Enhanced parental leave

Course sponsorship

Refer a Friend £250

Employee assistance

Life insurance

Wellbeing events

Flexible working

Job summary

Wotton House in the Surrey countryside is seeking a passionate Bar Manager to lead our Bar team and create memorable guest experiences. You’ll drive sales, manage stock and costs, develop your team and deliver exceptional service in a busy hotel bar environment.

If you thrive on hospitality, great drinks and leading by example, we'd love to hear from you. As part of RBH Hospitality Management, you’ll enjoy a fantastic benefits package, flexible working and opportunities to grow within a

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Bar Manager or similar supervisory/management role within hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of wines, spirits, cocktails and beverage service.
• Proven experience leading, motivating and developing a team.
• Good commercial awareness, including stock management, cost control and driving revenue.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop the Bar team to deliver excellent service.
• Oversee day-to-day running of the bar and ensure smooth operations.
• Create a welcoming, vibrant atmosphere where guests feel looked after.
• Drive bar sales and upsell to increase revenue.
• Manage stock, orders, stocktakes and wastage for cost control.
• Collaborate with the Food & Beverage team to deliver seamless guest experiences.
• Develop drinks menus and seasonal specials reflecting Wotton House.
• Manage rotas, staffing levels and labour costs.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, licensing compliance and health & safety.
• Handle guest feedback professionally and confidently.
• Coach and support your team and create development opportunities.
• Lead by example and stay hands-on during busy periods.

Skills

Bar management

Team leadership

Hospitality experience

Wine & spirits knowledge

Cost control

Communication skills

Problem solving

Creativity

Flexibility

Customer service

Job description

Wotton House in the Surrey countryside is seeking a passionate Bar Manager to lead our Bar team and create memorable guest experiences. You’ll drive sales, manage stock and costs, develop your team and deliver exceptional service in a busy hotel bar environment.

If you thrive on hospitality, great drinks and leading by example, we'd love to hear from you. As part of RBH Hospitality Management, you’ll enjoy a fantastic benefits package, flexible working and opportunities to grow within a