Bars and Events Manager

Chester Football Club; Chester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Bars and Events Manager to oversee operations at their venue. This dynamic role involves leading the bars and event spaces, focusing on enhancing revenue and community engagement. The successful candidate will demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit, ensuring high standards of service and compliance. With flexible hours and the potential for part-time or full-time work, this position offers a unique opportunity to shape the operational landscape beyond matchdays. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional experiences and driving business growth, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams.
• Strong entrepreneurial mindset and record of business growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage bars and event spaces with a focus on revenue growth.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Team Collaboration

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Business Growth

Organizational Skills

High-Quality Service

Education

Personal Licence

Job description

Chester Football Club is inviting applications for the role of Bars and Events Manager at the Deva Stadium.

The successful person will lead and manage all the Club’s bars and event spaces professionally with a commercially minded approach. The role aims to grow the operation beyond matchdays and weekends into a full-week trading model, increasing revenue and community engagement.

The role is 30-37.5 hours per week with full and part-time considered for the right candidate.

Salary: £27,500-30,000 dependent on experience (pro rata)

Hours: 30-37.5 hours, available as a part-time or full-time position

Responsibilities

• Working with and reporting to the General Manager, demonstrate an ambitious and entrepreneurial mindset, taking full operational ownership of the bars and potentially in the future the kiosks, ensuring seamless operations at all times.
• Proactively identify and promote opportunities to increase event bookings and extend bar operating days to drive revenue growth.
• As the club’s Designated Premises Supervisor under the Licensing Act 2003, ensure full compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
• Recruit and lead the training and development of the team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, compliance and exceptional service.
• Take full responsibility for all aspects of the bar operation with a particular focus on matchdays and other key events. Monitor bar and event-related P & L performance to control costs and contribute to forecasting/budgeting.
• Ensure that all club events or functions are delivered to a consistently high standard, reflecting the Club’s commitment to quality and guest experience.
• Oversee all aspects of stock control including ordering, stock rotation and ensuring product availability.
• Manage key supplier relationships (e.g breweries and drinks suppliers) to ensure consistent service and best value.
• Take responsibility for the opening and closing of the bar and Club premises, supervising and delegating this function as appropriate.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness across all bar areas, managing third party cleaners where applicable.
• Promote sustainable practices across bar operations to contribute to waste reduction and the maximisation of recycling in accordance with the Club’s Green Strategy.
• Uphold the Club’s safeguarding policies and contribute to a safe environment for children and vulnerable adults.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as requested by the General Manager or other senior leadership team member.

Skills and Experience

• Proven ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams.
• Strong entrepreneurial mindset and demonstrable record of business growth or development.
• Holder of a valid Personal Licence (or willingness to obtain one).
• Demonstrate trustworthiness and reliability in all duties.
• Flexible and available to work varied hours, including evening and weekends.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong passion for delivering high-quality service and experiences.