Bar Supervisor

The Columbo Group; London Borough of Lambeth; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off across Columbo venues

Free access to events and festivals

Columbo Academy training

Hero of the Month paid weekend off

£50 drinks incentive voucher

Referral scheme

Global industry trips

Nest pension

Job summary

The Blues Kitchen London is seeking a Bar Supervisor to join our vibrant team. You will support the bar management during service, lead shifts, and ensure high-quality cocktails and service pace in a high-energy environment.

We value strong leadership, exceptional communication, and a genuine passion for hospitality. Expect a dynamic, team-focused setting with opportunities for progression and a competitive package.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising staff behind a busy bar.
• Ability to lead a bar team during shifts and maintain service pace.
• Solid knowledge of cocktails and bar stock.
• Excellent communication with team and management.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Genuine passion for hospitality and guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the bar management team during service.
• Lead the bar team during shifts to maintain standards and pace.
• Maintain high drink quality and service speed.
• Support bartenders and barbacks during busy periods.
• Help foster a positive, energetic bar culture.

Skills

Supervisory experience behind a busy**

Lead bar teams during shifts

Strong cocktail knowledge

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Passion for hospitality

Job description

We’re looking for a Bar Supervisor to join the team at The Blues Kitchen London.

The Blues Kitchen is a lively restaurant, bar and live music venue known for its cocktails, all-American comfort food and incredible live performances. Across our London venues we welcome thousands of guests every week for dinner, drinks and live music.

We’re looking for someone confident behind the bar who can support the management team and help lead the bar team during busy services.

See us in action: @theblueskitchen | @the_columbo_group

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting the bar management team during service.
• Leading the bar team during shifts.
• Maintaining high drink standards and service pace.
• Supporting bartenders and barbacks during busy services.
• Helping maintain a positive and high-energy bar culture.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working in a supervisory role behind a busy bar.
• Confidence leading teams during fast-paced service.
• Strong cocktail knowledge.
• Strong communication and organisation.
• A genuine passion for hospitality.

What to Expect

• Competitive salary plus tronc with a strong overall package. Paid monthly.
• A high energy working environment with a strong team around you.
• Clear opportunities to progress into senior management roles.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• 50% off across all Columbo venues, plus free access to our events and festivals.
• Training and development through the Columbo Academy.
• Hero of the Month recognition, including a paid weekend off.
• £50 voucher for top drinks seller incentives.
• Generous Referral Scheme.
• Opportunities for global industry trips for top performers.
• Pension scheme via Nest.