Bar Manager – The Cocktail Club

The Cocktail Club Clapham; London, Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and fun-loving team as a Bar Manager at an energetic venue where creativity meets hospitality. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences. You'll guide your team through busy shifts, ensuring every guest enjoys their time at the bar. With a strong focus on personal development and teamwork, you'll have the opportunity to grow into a General Manager role. If you love crafting cocktails and creating memorable moments, this is the perfect place for you to shine and make a difference!

Benefits

Generous service charge

50% discount on food and drink

Deals through discount portal

Early access to pay

£10,000 life assurance

Employee Assistance Program

Training and development opportunities

Fun working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a busy bar as a senior bartender.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and manage busy shifts effectively.
• Support the General Manager and ensure team standards are met.

Skills

Bar Management

Customer Service

Cocktail Making

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Stock Management

Education

Experience in Hospitality

Job description

Bar Manager – The Cocktail Club

What's in It for You?

• Your dedication to the customer experience will be rewarded with a generous service charge.
• An amazing 50% discount on food and drink across all our awesome venues.
• Deals and discounts with a wide range of businesses through our discount portal.
• Early access to your pay through Wagestream.
• £10,000 life assurance to support your loved ones if the worst happens.
• 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:

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, responsible for guiding the team through the good and tough days (hopefully not too many tough days but this is hospitality!). They will take 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 meets 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 1 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 organizing rotas and managing the bar’s 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 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 the 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 achieving 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 The Cocktail Club!