Bar Manager - Stunning New Members Club

x+why; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A private members club in Clapham Junction is seeking an experienced Bar Manager to lead operations and create a remarkable bar experience. The role requires expertise in managing a premium bar, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for service. Candidates should enjoy a vibrant work environment and engage with members to enhance their experience. The position offers a unique opportunity in a creatively designed space.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a premium bar or hospitality venue.
• Passionate about drinks and service.
• Exceptional communication skills with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day bar operations with consistency and excellence.
• Recruit and train a team of bartenders and baristas.
• Curate a seasonal drinks menu including low/no options.

Skills

Managing a premium bar

Creating memorable member experiences

Exceptional communication skills

Organised and commercially astute

Confident using EPOS systems

Job description

At The Arding Rooms, we believe a drink is never just a drink. It’s a moment, a welcome, an invitation to connect.The Arding Rooms is x+why's newest Private Members Club, located within the beautifully restored Arding & Hobbs building in the heart of Clapham Junction. Blending the iconic Art Deco era, with a modern creative spirit, we have created a space where high end hospitality meets community, comfort and style.

Having recently opened we arelooking for a professional and energeticBar Manager to lead our incredibly talented bar team!

A bit about us:

Housed in a Grade II listed building, we are Clapham’s first private members club, designed to feel more like a second home, not a scene. Just a vibrant mix of creatives, freelancers, founders and locals who love good food, good company and good vibes.

Open7 days per week, from 8am to late, our members can join us for their morning coffee or smoothie on the roof terrace, enjoy chilled lunches and dinnerswith friends, andget involved with somelate night fun, with live music and resident DJ's onThursday/Friday and Saturday evenings.

A bit about the role:

As Bar Manager, you’ll take full ownership of the bar experience, from curating a beautiful, seasonal drinks menu, to leading a small team of passionate bartenders and baristas. But above all, your role will be to engage andconnect with our members, ensuring theyfeel completely at ease, so they can truly relax andenjoy our space!

• Lead day-to-day bar operations, ensuring consistency, excellence, and compliance
• Recruit, train and motivate a small team of bartenders and baristas
• Curate adrinks menu, including seasonal cocktails pluslow/no options
• Manage stock, ordering, GP, and wastage control
• Collaborate with the General Manager on member events and activation's
• Uphold a culture of warmth, professionalism, and exceptional member experience

A bit about you:

• Proven experience managing a premium bar or hospitality venue
• Passionate about drinks, service, and creating memorable member experiences
• Exceptional communication skills - upbeat, outgoing and positive attitude
• Organised and commercially astute
• Confident using EPOS and stock management systems
• Enjoys the buzz of being busy and under the pump
• Personal licence holder (desirable)

What next:

We will provide you with a phenomenal environment - but don't take our word for it,check out our Instagram or LinkedInto seeour stunning club for yourself!

You’ll be part of our hugely supportive, collaborative team, who although take their members’ experience very seriously, also want to have a little fun along the way.

If this all sounds interesting then we'd love youto apply below!