Bar Manager

Bamford Collection; Chipping Norton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury hospitality group in the Cotswolds seeks an experienced bar manager to craft seasonal cocktails and deliver exceptional guest experiences. The ideal candidate will possess strong mixology skills, a guest-first attitude, and the ability to lead the bar team. Responsibilities include managing daily operations, maintaining high service standards, and mentoring staff. Comprehensive benefits include health insurance, pension contributions, and paid volunteering days.

Benefits

Discounts on products and dining

Volunteering Days

Subsidised private medical insurance

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Mental Health Support

Qualifications

• Experience with seasonal ingredients and creative cocktail making.
• Ability to deliver warm, personalized service to guests.
• Understanding of stock control and gross profit management.

Responsibilities

• Lead bar operations ensuring high service and quality standards.
• Create ingredient-led cocktails using fresh, organic produce.
• Train and motivate bar team to maintain service excellence.

Skills

Strong mixology skills

Knowledge of premium spirits

Guest-first mindset

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Commercial awareness

Leadership abilities

Job description

Daylesford Stays - a part of The Bamford Collection.
We provide experiences that embrace luxury escapism: understated elegance, indulgence and nurture.

EARNINGS: £48,000 per annum OTE*
HOURS: Full Time

ABOUT US

The Wild Rabbit in Kingham is a fine dining restaurant and boutique hotel in the heart of the Cotswolds. Recognised in the Top 50 Gastropubs, the Top 50 Boutique Hotels, and awarded 3 AA Rosettes, The Wild Rabbit blends culinary excellence with warm, authentic hospitality.

Working in close connection with Daylesford Farm, our menus showcase the best seasonal, organic produce, crafted with skill and creativity. Under the leadership of Executive Chef Callum Graham, our team combines classical technique with modern inspiration, making The Wild Rabbit one of the most exciting fine dining destinations in the Cotswolds.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is an opportunity to play a key role in one of the Cotswolds’ most celebrated hospitality destinations, shaping a bar programme that sits proudly alongside Michelin-level food and service. Working with seasonal, organic ingredients and premium spirits, you’ll help create thoughtful, refined cocktails while delivering warm, intuitive hospitality. It’s a hands‑on role for someone who cares deeply about craft, provenance and creating memorable guest experiences in a calm, beautiful setting.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the bar operation day to day, ensuring consistently high standards of service, quality and presentation
• Create and deliver seasonal, ingredient-led cocktails using fresh, organic and responsibly sourced produce
• Work confidently with modern mixology techniques while keeping drinks refined, balanced and approachable
• Deliver warm, personalised service with confident recommendations and storytelling around provenance
• Maintain a pristine, stylish bar environment that reflects the luxury standards of The Wild Rabbit
• Stay calm and composed during busy services, supporting the team and ensuring smooth service flow
• Manage stock, ordering, pricing and GP in line with commercial targets
• Train, mentor and support the bar team, building knowledge, confidence and consistency
• Champion sustainability, B Corp values and conscious working practices
• Work closely with senior management and the wider F&B team to continually develop the bar offering

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Strong mixology skills with confidence working with fresh, seasonal ingredients
• Deep knowledge of premium spirits, wines and artisanal drinks
• A guest‑first mindset, delivering warm, personalised and intuitive service
• High attention to detail in drink quality, presentation and bar standards
• Calm, composed approach during busy services
• Commercial awareness, including stock control and GP management
• Natural leadership and the ability to train and inspire others

PERKS AND BENEFITS

• Discounts: Enjoy a range of discounts on our products, treatments, and dining experiences from day one
• Volunteering Days: One paid day per year to volunteer with a charity of your choice
• Private Medical: Subsidised private medical insurance through Bupa
• Pension Scheme: Pay up to 9 percent of your salary into your pension each month with a 4.5 percent contribution from us
• Life Assurance: Cover equivalent to one year of your annual salary
• Mental Health Support: 24 hour access to our Employee Assistance Programme

*The on target earning potential for this role is £48,000 per annum based on a 48-hour contract - comprising a base salary of £42,000, plus a qualified estimate of £6,000 in gratuities and service charge.

About gratuities and service charge:
Gratuities are paid on a pro rata basis. It is estimated that in 2026 full-time employees can expect to receive in the region of £6,000 in addition to their annual salary.

THE BAMFORD COLLECTION IS A GROUP OF CONSCIOUSLY MINDED LIFESTYLE BRANDS COMMITTED TO NOURISHING AND NURTURING PEOPLE AND PLANET.