Bars Manager: Lead Creative Cocktails & Team

Hotel Indigo; Greater London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension with company contributions

50% discount in all restaurants and Sp

Team member and Friends & Family rates

Complimentary stay after probation

IHG Employee rate across 6000 hotels

Healthcare Cash Plan

Bike to work scheme

Free meals on duty

Job summary

Hotel Indigo K West Shepherd’s Bush is seeking a Bars Manager to lead our signature bar in West London. You will set the vibe, craft seasonal drinks, manage daily operations, stock, and help drive guest experiences.

You should have hands-on leadership, a passion for mixology, and the ability to manage rotas, compliance, and a small team. This on-site role offers competitive pay and a suite of employee benefits with IHG.

Qualifications

• Experience running a bar in a lifestyle hotel or destination venue.
• Hands-on, lead-from-the-front approach with a service focus.
• Knowledge of licensing laws, health & safety, and allergen standards.

Responsibilities

• Own the vibe: set the tone and energy of our cocktail bar to be the heartbeat of the hotel.
• Raise the bar: develop a seasonal, stylish drinks menu rooted in local flavour.
• Lead with confidence: manage daily operations, stock, compliance, and financials.
• Grow your team: recruit, mentor, and develop bartenders and bar staff.
• Make it memorable: collaborate with marketing/events to boost footfall and guest experiences.

Skills

Bar management

Team leadership

Mixology

Staff rostering

Customer service

Job description

Hotel Indigo K West Shepherd’s Bush is seeking a Bars Manager to lead our signature bar in West London. You will set the vibe, craft seasonal drinks, manage daily operations, stock, and help drive guest experiences.

You should have hands-on leadership, a passion for mixology, and the ability to manage rotas, compliance, and a small team. This on-site role offers competitive pay and a suite of employee benefits with IHG.