Bar Team Member

Venues - Stonegate Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Reward Card

Xtra Rewards

VIP entry

Hotel discounts

Flexible working

Dental insurance discounts

Wage streaming access

Development programmes

Job summary

Via is Manchester’s Grande Dame of the Canal Street, a bar, club and restaurant, part of Stonegate Group. We are seeking Bar Team Members to welcome guests, serve food and drinks, and help create memorable experiences. No prior experience needed; full training is provided.

You must be 18+ to sell alcohol. Join a vibrant team at Via and enjoy flexible working, staff discounts, and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; training provided.
• Must be 18 or over due to alcohol sales.
• Ability to greet guests and create a welcoming atmosphere.
• Maintain a clean and safe space for everyone.

Responsibilities

• Greet every guest in a welcoming manner.
• Follow steps to prepare and serve high-quality food and drinks.
• Share recommendations to enhance guest experiences.
• Help maintain a clean and safe space for all guests.

Skills

Customer service

Team collaboration

Communication

Job description

Location - Via

Bar Team Member

About Us

Stonegate Group is the UK’s largest operator of pubs, bars, and late-night venues,including Slug & Lettuce, Be At One, and Popworld, to name a few.We’re proud of our diverse portfolio and deeply committed to creating an inclusive culture that embraces individuality in all its forms—including neurodiversity. By fostering an environment where everyone feels welcome, valued, and supported, we reflect the vibrant communities we serve and empower our people to thrive.

The Opportunity

We are excited to welcome new Bar Team Members to Via. No prior experience is needed—we’ll provide all the training and support you need. We value team collaboration and are looking for individuals who enjoy working together and creating memorable experiences for our guests.

Can you…

• Greet every guest in a way that feels comfortable for you and helps them feel welcome.
• Follow clear steps to prepare and serve our high-quality food and drinks.
• Share recommendations when it feels appropriate to create a positive experience for guests.
• Help maintain a clean and safe space for everyone to enjoy.

A little bit about us…

Venues is the party animal of Stonegate Group. From iconic nightclubs such as Ark or Rosies to our fantastic LGBTQ+ bars across the UK or Latin London venues to retro-tastic clubs, there is quite literally something for everyone! Our Venues team lives and breathes the electric atmosphere with our famous tours, events and get-up-and-dance music policy. We’re looking for the people who’d be the first on the dancefloor, so if that sounds like you, we want to hear from you. Via is the Grande Dame of the world-famous Canal Street. This icon of the Gay Village is Manchester’s best live cabaret venue, showcasing an extravagant weekly array of the UK’s most fabulous cabaret artists. But that's not all we are - Via is a bar, a club and a restaurant, dedicated to delivering a sensational experience for every Manchester local and visitor alike.

What makes Stonegate a great place to work?

At Stonegate, we believe that when you feel your best, you do your best. That’s why we’re committed to supporting the health, happiness, and overall wellbeing of every team member. From mental health resources to lifestyle perks and flexible support, our benefits are designed to help you thrive, both in and out of work

• Reward Card via the MiXR App – 25% off food and drink for you and ALL your friends across our Managed Pubs
• Stonegate Xtra Rewards – Online benefits portal offering discounts across the High Street and other retailers
• VIP entry to our Pubs and Bars
• Stonegate Hotel Discounts
• Flexible working
• Corporate Discounted Rates at David Lloyd and PureGym
• Discounted Dental Insurance
• Stream - Early access to your earned wages
• Award winning development programmes

To be considered for the Bar Team Member position at Via you must be 18 or over as the roles involves the sale of alcohol.

If you have a disability as outlined by the Equality Act 2010 and require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please let us know in advance so that any support, aids or adaptations can be put in place to assist you. Please contact Via directly.