Cellar Manager and Bar Supervisor

Craft Locals; England; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing independent pub group is seeking a Cellar Manager / Bar Supervisor for the Grand Junction Arms in Hertfordshire. This role involves supervising shifts, leading the front-of-house team, and ensuring high standards of service. The ideal candidate should be organised, detail-focused, and have a passion for food and craft beer. Competitive pay and clear career progression into management are offered.

Benefits

50% off food

20% off drinks

28 days holiday

Sharers and socials

Staff discount

Training opportunities

Leadership development

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory role within hospitality.
• Passion for food and drink.
• Ability to manage and lead a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise shifts and lead the front‑of‑house team.
• Run daily briefings to set the tone for service.
• Ensure excellent standards at all times.
• Keep the pub clean, organised, and guest‑ready.
• Support management with bookings and events.

Skills

Organised

Leadership

Knowledge of craft beer

Great communication skills

Team player

Job description

Cellar Manager / Bar Supervisor

£13.50 per hour (equivalent to £31,000 per year) + share of card tips (approx £3000 - £5000 per year)

About us

Drive, ambition and hunger to grow are exactly what we look for in our Team Leaders. This role is all about stepping up, running great shifts, and supporting the management team while building your own career in hospitality.

Tucked away by the canal at Bulbourne, just outside Tring, the Grand Junction Arms is a destination for those who love proper pubs. Whether you’re arriving from the Chiltern Hills, cycling along the towpath, or making the short trip from London by train, you’ll always find a warm welcome.

With vast gardens, outdoor bars and plenty of space to enjoy long summer days by the water, the Grand Junction is made for big gatherings and lazy afternoons. Inside, you’ll discover a buzzing pub atmosphere, with a great range of craft beers, cask ales, premium spirits and a carefully chosen wine list.

Our kitchen serves fresh, seasonal menus built around traditional pub favourites, elevated with local produce and contemporary touches. Every dish is cooked to order, with daily specials and sharers designed for lively tables.

As one of Hertfordshire’s best‑kept secrets, the Grand Junction Arms combines the character of a classic canalside inn with the energy of a modern, food‑led pub. Whether you’re here for a weekend feast, a pint in the garden or one of our summer events, it’s a place to eat, drink and make memories.

This is a brilliant opportunity to take on responsibility at one of Hertfordshire’s most exciting pub reopenings and develop with a growing independent group.

What’s in it for you

• Pay: £13.50 / hr (equivalent to £30,900 / year)
• Tips: Share of card tips
• Perks: 50% off food & 20% off drinks across the group, 28 days holiday, sharers, socials, staff discount
• Training: Supplier sessions, WSET opportunities, brewery visits, leadership development
• Career path: Clear progression into Assistant Manager and beyond
• Autonomy: Responsibility to run shifts and make decisions that matter

What you’ll be doing

• Supervising shifts and leading the front‑of‑house team
• Running daily briefings to set the tone and plan for service
• Welcoming guests and ensuring excellent standards at all times
• Keeping the pub clean, organised and guest‑ready
• Supporting the management team with bookings, events and systems
• Taking responsibility for the pub while on shift

What we’re looking for

• Organised, punctual and detail‑focused
• A natural leader with a warm, welcoming personality
• A good knowledge of craft beer and a passion for food & drink
• High standards and the drive to deliver brilliant guest experiences
• A team player who wants to grow into management

Great communication skills and a positive attitude

This is your chance to step up, take responsibility and start building a management career with a small but ambitious independent pub group.

Apply today and make your mark at the Grand Junction Arms.