General Manager

Launch NI; Newry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Staff meals and discounts

Training and career development

Future expansion opportunities

Job summary

The Barn Bistro & Cocktail Lounge in Newry is seeking a hands‑on General Manager to run the venue day to day, lead the team, and deliver a consistently excellent guest experience from dinner service to late drinks. You will own front‑of‑house and back‑of‑house operations, training, and brand standards in a vibrant late night venue.

With 3+ years in hospitality management, you will drive sales, manage costs, maintain health & safety compliance, and nurture guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' management experience in hospitality.
• Proven track record of managing teams, budgets and P&L.
• Strong knowledge of licensing, food safety and health & safety requirements.
• Confident leader who stays calm and decisive under pressure.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, bank holidays and late nights.

Responsibilities

• Oversee front‑of‑house and back‑of‑house operations across opening, service and close.
• Ensure smooth transitions between dining and evening cocktail trade.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, presentation, ambience and service.
• Manage reservations, events, private hire and promotions.
• Act as duty manager on busy nights, including weekends and late finishes.
• Deliver on guest experience and drive repeat business.

Skills

People leadership

Budget & P&L

Sales & revenue growth

Licensing & compliance

Job description

General Manager

General Manager "The Barn Bistro & Cocktail Lounge"

Bistro & Cocktail Lounge

Location: The Quays Shopping Centre Newry
Reports to: Owner / Director
Contract: Full-time, permanent (evenings, weekends and bank holidays required)
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 & Performance related profit share bonus (dependant on pre agreed KPI's)

About the Role

The Barn Bistro & Cocktail Lounge in Newry is a new exciting late night bistro and cocktail lounge combining quality food, a craft cocktail offering and a lively, welcoming atmosphere. We are looking for a hands‑on General Manager to run the venue day to day, lead & guide the team and deliver a consistently excellent guest experience from the first dinner service to the last drinks of the night.

Key Responsibilities

Operations

• Oversee all front‑of‑house and back‑of‑house operations across opening, service and close

• Ensure smooth transitions between the bistro dining period and evening cocktail trade

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, presentation, ambience and service

• Manage reservations, events, private hire and promotions

• Act as duty manager on busy nights, including weekends and late finishes

People & Team Leadership

• Recruit, train, schedule and develop all staff

• Build a positive, accountable team culture with clear standards and regular feedback

• Manage rotas, labour costs, holidays and absence

• Handle performance management, disciplinaries and grievances in line with employment law

Financial Management

• Deliver on sales, gross profit and labour targets

• Control stock, ordering, wastage, cash handling and supplier relationships

• Produce monthly reporting, budgets and forecasts for the owners

• Identify opportunities to grow revenue through menu engineering, upselling and events

Food & Drink Offering

• Work with the kitchen and floor teams to develop menus and cocktail lists

• Maintain consistent quality, portion control and pricing integrity

• Champion product knowledge and drive a strong cocktail and hospitality culture

Compliance, Health & Safety

• Ensure full compliance with licensing law, including licensing hours and responsible service of alcohol

• Maintain food safety (HACCP), allergen management and hygiene records

• Oversee health and safety, fire safety, incident logging and staff training records

• Manage security and door policy, and protect guest and staff welfare in a late night environment

• Keep the premises ready for inspection by environmental health, licensing and other authorities

Guest Experience & Marketing

• Handle guest feedback and complaints promptly and professionally

• Monitor online reviews and respond appropriately

• Support social media, local marketing, partnerships and community engagement

Candidate Profile

Essential

• Minimum 3 years' management experience in a hospitality environment, background in hotels is a plus

• Proven record of managing teams, budgets and P&L

• Strong knowledge of licensing, food safety and health and safety requirements

• Confident leader who stays calm and decisive under pressure

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, bank holidays and late nights

Desirable

• Cocktail and spirits knowledge

• Food hygiene qualification (Level 3 or equivalent) and health and safety qualification

• Experience with EPOS, rota and stock management systems

• Experience running events, live music or private functions

• Previous experience opening or launching a venue

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance bonus

• Opportunity to shape a new venue and its team, you will be the face of the business

• Staff meals and discounts

• Training and career development

• Future to expand with the business as new locations open

About the role

General Manager "The Barn Bistro & Cocktail Lounge"

Bistro & Cocktail Lounge

Location: The Quays Shopping Centre Newry
Reports to: Owner / Director
Contract: Full-time, permanent (evenings, weekends and bank holidays required)
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 & Performance related profit share bonus (dependant on pre agreed KPI's)

About the Role

The Barn Bistro & Cocktail Lounge in Newry is a new exciting late night bistro and cocktail lounge combining quality food, a craft cocktail offering and a lively, welcoming atmosphere. We are looking for a hands‑on General Manager to run the venue day to day, lead & guide the team and deliver a consistently excellent guest experience from the first dinner service to the last drinks of the night.

Key Responsibilities

Operations

• Oversee all front‑of‑house and back‑of‑house operations across opening, service and close

• Ensure smooth transitions between the bistro dining period and evening cocktail trade

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, presentation, ambience and service

• Manage reservations, events, private hire and promotions

• Act as duty manager on busy nights, including weekends and late finishes

People & Team Leadership

• Recruit, train, schedule and develop all staff

• Build a positive, accountable team culture with clear standards and regular feedback

• Manage rotas, labour costs, holidays and absence

• Handle performance management, disciplinaries and grievances in line with employment law

Financial Management

• Deliver on sales, gross profit and labour targets

• Control stock, ordering, wastage, cash handling and supplier relationships

• Produce monthly reporting, budgets and forecasts for the owners

• Identify opportunities to grow revenue through menu engineering, upselling and events

Food & Drink Offering

• Work with the kitchen and floor teams to develop menus and cocktail lists

• Maintain consistent quality, portion control and pricing integrity

• Champion product knowledge and drive a strong cocktail and hospitality culture

Compliance, Health & Safety

• Ensure full compliance with licensing law, including licensing hours and responsible service of alcohol

• Maintain food safety (HACCP), allergen management and hygiene records

• Oversee health and safety, fire safety, incident logging and staff training records

• Manage security and door policy, and protect guest and staff welfare in a late night environment

• Keep the premises ready for inspection by environmental health, licensing and other authorities

Guest Experience & Marketing

• Handle guest feedback and complaints promptly and professionally

• Monitor online reviews and respond appropriately

• Support social media, local marketing, partnerships and community engagement

Candidate Profile

Essential

• Minimum 3 years' management experience in a hospitality environment, background in hotels is a plus

• Proven record of managing teams, budgets and P&L

• Strong knowledge of licensing, food safety and health and safety requirements

• Confident leader who stays calm and decisive under pressure

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, bank holidays and late nights

Desirable

• Cocktail and spirits knowledge

• Food hygiene qualification (Level 3 or equivalent) and health and safety qualification

• Experience with EPOS, rota and stock management systems

• Experience running events, live music or private functions

• Previous experience opening or launching a venue

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance bonus

• Opportunity to shape a new venue and its team, you will be the face of the business

• Staff meals and discounts

• Training and career development

• Future to expand with the business as new locations open

Required Criteria

• Must have relevant permission to work in the country
• Must be prepared to work the required hours and times of business

Desired Criteria

Skills you'll need

• Budget Control
• Client Relationship Management