Barback Barback

Stonegate Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK hospitality company is seeking a Barback for their Ark Manchester location. As a Barback, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional guest service and maintaining the bar's atmosphere. No prior experience is needed; we value enthusiasm and teamwork. Join us to enjoy benefits such as flexible working hours and discounted services while being part of a vibrant team and contributing to memorable nights out for guests.

Benefits

25% off food and drink

Online discounts through Stonegate Xtra Rewards

VIP entry to pubs and bars

Hotel discounts

Discounted gym memberships

Early access to earned wages

Bartender development courses

Qualifications

• No prior experience necessary, just a natural ability to deliver guest service.
• Ability to maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Organizational skills to keep the bar area appealing.

Responsibilities

• Greet each guest warmly.
• Keep the bar area organized.
• Collaborate with the team to enhance service standards.

Skills

Guest focused service

Team collaboration

Job description

Barback

Ark Manchester, Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom, M1 5LH

Pay: Up to £12.31 per hour

Contract Type: Permanent

Posted: Friday, November 21, 2025

Job ID: AM1448198ManB

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 looking for our Barbacks to be what we call Party Starters at Ark. You don't need any experience to become a Barback—you just need to be guest focussed and a natural ability to deliver service in a way that makes a night out for our guests something to remember.

Can you…

• Greet each guest in a way that feels natural and welcoming to you
• Keep the bar area organised and visually appealing
• Contribute to maintaining a clean and safe environment for everyone
• Collaborate with the team to continually enhance bartending practices and standards

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. Ark Manchester is one of the most popular venues on the iconic Deansgate Locks and a minute's walk from Deansgate train station and tram stop. Each night of the week offers something different, so whether our guests fancy a quiet drink overlooking the canal or want to dance with their friends to some great live DJs, Ark has something for everyone.

What's in it for you?

• 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
• Industry leading bartender development courses

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 Ark directly.