Events and Bar Manager

Sodexo; South Wonston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Events & Bar Manager. This role involves managing daily bar operations, leading teams, and ensuring compliance with performance standards. The ideal candidate should have management experience in hospitality and excellent interpersonal skills. Benefits include mental health support, financial tools, and rewards for personal development.

Benefits

Mental health & wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards

Discounts for you & family

Financial tools & retirement plan

Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams and managing daily operations.
• Sound knowledge of Health & Safety and Food Safety regulations.
• Prior experience in budget control and financial documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all bar and function operations.
• Lead and motivate frontline teams delivering services.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements and KPIs.
• Control budgets and contribute to commercial performance.
• Deliver training and promote a positive health and safety culture.

Skills

Management experience within Soft FM or hospitality services

Strong people management skills

Excellent numerical skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong problem-solving ability

High attention to detail

Job description

Sodexo is seeking an experienced Events & Bar Manager to take full responsibility for the daily management, coordination, and delivery of bar and functions services across designated and affiliated sites. This is a leadership role responsible for minimising risk, maximising operational performance, and delivering excellent guest experiences while maintaining full compliance with contractual requirements, KPIs, and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all bar and function operations across the site
• Lead, motivate, and manage frontline teams delivering bar and function services
• Plan, organise, and oversee guest services and event delivery
• Ensure standards outlined in SLAs, KPIs, and contracts are consistently met
• Control budgets, costs, and contribute to commercial performance
• Reconcile daily cash takings and resolve discrepancies
• Conduct weekly banking and submit financial documentation
• Manage stock control, ordering, and weekly stock checks
• Deliver training and conduct team briefs, huddles, and safety walks
• Drive a positive health, safety, and wellbeing culture
• Monitor suppliers and service partners to ensure agreed standards are met
• Support marketing initiatives and promotional activity
• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations
• Provide daily accounting documentation to the Site Administrator
• Assist visitors and guests in line with site rules
• Carry out additional duties as reasonably required

Qualifications

• Management experience within Soft FM or hospitality services
• Strong people management skills, including recruitment, performance management, and HR processes
• Excellent numerical, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Sound knowledge of Health & Safety and Food Safety
• Strong problem-solving and decision‑making ability
• High attention to detail and commitment to service standards

Desirable

• Knowledge of military customs and working environments
• Experience using Kronos and UDC Payroll systems
• Health & Safety qualification (IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent)
• Food Safety qualification (CIEH Level 3 or equivalent)

Benefits

• Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way.
• Mental health & wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
• 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
• Discounts for you & family
• Financial tools & retirement plan
• Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day