Bar Manager - The Cocktail Club

Nightcap Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned bar group seeks a Bar Manager to oversee daily operations and lead a talented team at The Cocktail Club. The ideal candidate has experience in a busy bar and excels in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills and a passion for cocktails are a must. This role offers competitive salary plus bonuses and a fun working atmosphere.

Benefits

£30,000 - £32,000 base salary + Bonus

50% discount on food and drink

Training and development opportunities

Early access to pay through Wagestream

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience in a busy bar as a senior bartender or team leader.
• Confident, self-motivated, and driven professional.
• Knowledge in handling stocks, licensing, and health & safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and run busy shifts for guest experiences.
• Support your General Manager and team during challenges.
• Ensure bartending standards are met.

Skills

Communication skills

Resilience

Team player

Adaptability

Job description

Bar Manager - The Cocktail Club

Whats in It for You?

• £30,000 - £32,000 base salary + Bonus (OTE) + service charge
• Exciting bonus scheme so you share in the business' success.
• An amazing 50% discount on food and drink across all our awesome venues.
• 4 x Salary 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\u2019re invested in your success during your time with us!
• Fun and vibrant working environment with a fantastic team.

About Us

We are The Cocktail Club, where the party's OFF THE HOOK and the bartenders are straight up LEGENDS. Leave your inhibitions at the door and get ready for mind-blowing cocktails, epic vibes, and permission to let loose. EVERYONE. WELCOME. ALWAYS.

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 Old Fashions!

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\u2019s 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. Its 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\u2019s 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 The Cocktail Club!