Events & Bar Manager: Lead Frontline Teams & Guest Experience

Sodexo Ltd; Winchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading services management company in Winchester is seeking an experienced Events & Bar Manager. This role involves managing bar and function operations, leading teams, and ensuring compliance with standards. Candidates should have strong management experience in hospitality, excellent communication skills, and knowledge of Health & Safety. The position offers a full-time contract with a salary range of £30,000 - £32,500 per annum and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Mental health & wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 virtual GP

Discounts for you & family

Financial tools & retirement plan

Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day

Qualifications

• Management experience within Soft FM or hospitality services.
• Strong people management skills, including recruitment and performance management.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all bar and function operations.
• Lead, motivate, and manage frontline teams.
• Plan and oversee guest services and event delivery.
• Ensure compliance with SLAs, KPIs, and contracts.
• Control budgets and contribute to commercial performance.
• Reconcile daily cash takings and resolve discrepancies.
• Conduct weekly banking and submit financial documentation.
• Manage stock control and conduct weekly stock checks.
• Deliver training and conduct team briefs.
• Drive a positive health, safety, and wellbeing culture.

Skills

Management experience within Soft FM or hospitality services

Strong people management skills

Excellent numerical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Sound knowledge of Health & Safety and Food Safety

Strong problem-solving ability

High attention to detail

Job description

A leading services management company in Winchester is seeking an experienced Events & Bar Manager. This role involves managing bar and function operations, leading teams, and ensuring compliance with standards. Candidates should have strong management experience in hospitality, excellent communication skills, and knowledge of Health & Safety. The position offers a full-time contract with a salary range of £30,000 - £32,500 per annum and various employee benefits.