General Manager - The Cocktail Club Oxford Circus

Nightcap Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading late-night bar operator is seeking a General Manager for The Cocktail Club. This role involves overseeing daily operations, managing financial responsibilities, and fostering an exceptional team environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mixology, excellent leadership skills, and a hands-on management style. Join us to create memorable experiences for our guests in a dynamic and inclusive atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing busy shifts and daily operations.
• Ability to handle P&L management and stock control.
• Capacity to inspire and develop a professional team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily bar operations and manage shifts.
• Handle financial management including P&L management.
• Organize team schedules and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Knowledge of classic cocktails and mixology

Strong business acumen

Excellent leadership skills

Effective problem-solving abilities

Excellent communication skills

Hands-on management style

Job description

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General Manager - The Cocktail Club

Overview

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What We Need

General Managers are the backbone of our teams by setting example and supporting every single team member! We are looking for standout people to come and make a real impact in the business!

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and confidently run busy shifts, ensuring a seamless experience for our guests.
• Handle P&L management, stock control, meeting targets, and submitting reports.
• Be a creative manager, coming up with innovative ideas to make your bar the best place to visit and work.
• Manage and develop a team of professionals, inspiring and incentivise them to deliver 5-star service.
• Ensure compliance with licenses, risk assessments, and health & safety standards.
• Organize team rotas and efficiently manage labour.

Skills and Experience

• First-class knowledge of classic cocktails and a passion for mixology.
• Confident with handling money and strong business acumen.
• Excellent leadership, training, and team-building skills.
• Methodical, thorough, and effective problem-solving abilities.
• Approachable, self-motivated, and driven with excellent communication skills.
• You'll need to be a hands-on manager who isn't afraid to get behind a station when your team is in the weeds and smash out those dozen Old Fashions!

About Nightcap

Nightcap is an award-winning operator in the late-night bar scene. We operate a portfolio of bars and venues across the UK, including brands like The Cocktail Club, Tonight Josephine, Barrio Familia, and Dirty Martini to name just a few. With a mission to be the UK's leading bar group. Our purpose of existence is the belief that EVERYONE deserves a great night out, and therefore it's everyone's job to make sure we create great nights... and days out! We have a lively and dynamic work-ethos across all our bars and offices. Our culture is creative, innovative, and collaborative, where everyone contributes ideas and brings their true self to work every day, as we are hell-bent on harnessing a place where everyone can belong. Working here is fast paced, at times challenging, but copious amounts of fun!

Our Values

• We Start at the Bar - At Nightcap, we make every decision based on what is right for our bars. This ensures our choices are practical, guest-focused, and truly reflect our business. It's all about staying grounded in real experiences to drive our success.
• Proud AF -Taking pride in our work means striving for excellence and being dedicated to success. At Nightcap, we encourage our teams to bring their passion every day, delivering world-class service and creating unforgettable experiences for our guests.
• Become Your Best Self - At Nightcap, we thrive on personal development of each other. We encourage our teams to seek growth, improve their skills, and enjoy the journey. It's about becoming the best version of yourself while having fun along the way.
• Own the Outcome - We believe in setting clear goals, taking full responsibility, and staying committed to achieve success. At Nightcap, we focus on results and make sure we follow through on our promises.
• People Are Everything - At Nightcap, we know our people are our greatest asset. We focus on creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported. Because at the end of the day, it's our people who make all the difference.

If you enjoy mixing up delicious cocktails and providing excellent service to create memorable experiences for our guests, then we would be delighted to hear from you.

We look forward to having you join our team at The Cocktail Club!