Deli / bar manager

The Farmer's Mistress; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A unique wine and cheese bar in Greater London is seeking a driven Deli / Bar Manager to lead the opening team. The role includes managing day-to-day operations, ensuring outstanding guest experiences, and driving sales. Candidates should have leadership experience, commercial awareness, and a passion for hospitality, particularly wine and cheese. The position offers a salary between £42,000 – £45,000 and opportunities for real progression as the brand grows.

Benefits

Cost-price wine

Discounts on cheese & deli products

Staff meals on shift

50% staff discount for you + a guest when dining

Real progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and people skills are essential for inspiring and motivating the team.
• Commercial awareness and confidence with numbers including rota and P&L.
• A background in wine and cheese is advantageous; WSET qualification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the bar and deli.
• Deliver outstanding guest experiences with warmth and charm.
• Manage stock, supplier relationships, and rota planning.
• Drive sales while maintaining high service standards.
• Act as an ambassador for the brand both in-person and online.

Skills

Leadership skills

Commercial awareness

Hospitality experience

People skills

Knowledge of wine and cheese

Job description

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RIND is Battersea’s new wine, cheese, and charcuterie bar – opening September 2025. We’re an intimate, design-led space with a front-of-house deli fridge, beautiful wine list, and a menu featuring cheese flights, charcuterie platters, and London’s best steak tartare.

We’re looking for a driven, hands-on General Manager to lead our opening team, help shape the guest experience, and build a loyal community around our unique concept.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day running of the bar, deli, and front-of-house team
• Deliver outstanding guest experiences with warmth, charm, and confidence
• Manage stock, supplier relationships, and rota planning
• Drive sales and profitability while keeping service standards sky-high
• Be an ambassador for RIND – on the floor, behind the bar, and online

Qualifications

• A love of wine, cheese, and hospitality (WSET or foodie background a plus)
• Strong leadership and people skills – you’ll inspire and motivate the team
• Commercial awareness and confidence with numbers (rota, GP, P&L basics)
• Someone who thrives in a start-up environment and wants to grow with us
• Salary between £42,000 – £45,000 (depending on experience)
• 45 hours per week, with a supportive and respectful rota
• Cost-price wine and discounts on our cheese & deli products
• Staff meals on shift
• 50% staff discount for you + a guest when dining
• Real progression opportunities as we grow the RIND brand

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing