Head of Beverage

L'ETO Support Office; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Employee discounts

Career development

Job summary

L’ETO is opening a new Berkeley Square bistro in Mayfair and seeks a Bar Manager to lead the venue’s beverage program from day one. You will shape the drinks menu, supervise the bar team and ensure outstanding hospitality during both daytime and evening service.

The role focuses on signature cocktails, wines, spirits and premium service, with pre-opening setup, training, stock control and supplier relationships. Strong leadership, creativity and guest connection are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head of Bar or Bar Manager in premium venues.
• Strong cocktail knowledge and presentation.
• Solid wine, aperitifs, spirits knowledge and beverage trends.

Responsibilities

• Pre-opening & Launch: support bar setup, recruitment, training and opening.
• Beverage development: contribute to drinks menu with signature cocktails and seasonal specials.
• Wine & Cocktail service: deliver a knowledgeable, engaging evening beverage experience with consistency.
• Bar operations: oversee daily bar prep, service, cleanliness, equipment maintenance and efficiency.
• Team leadership: recruit, train, develop bar team and foster a high-performing environment.
• Stock & supplier management: manage beverage orders, stock rotation, inventory and wastage.
• Guest experience: create welcoming atmosphere and build guest relationships with product knowledge.
• Quality & standards: ensure recipes, presentation and service procedures are followed.

Skills

Bar leadership

Cocktail knowledge

Wine & spirits

Guest engagement

Team development

Creativity

Job description

Job Title: Bar Manager

Company: L’ETO

Location: Berkeley Square, Mayfair, London

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: £45-50k pa

Hours: 48 hours per week

The Opportunity

L’ETO is preparing to open an exciting new bistro concept in the heart of Mayfair, combining contemporary all day dining, stylish interiors and a vibrant evening atmosphere in one of London’s most prestigious locations.

We are looking for a passionate, creative and experienced Bar Manager to lead the bar at our new Berkeley Square location.

With a strong focus on signature cocktails, carefully curated wines, premium spirits and aperitifs, the bar will play a central role in creating a lively and sophisticated evening destination.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop a distinctive drink offering, build and lead a talented team, and establish a bar known for exceptional hospitality, creativity and atmosphere.

Key Responsibilities

As Bar Manager, you will take ownership of the day-to-day bar operations, beverage quality, service standards and team development, working closely with the General Manager and restaurant leadership team.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Pre-opening & Launch: Support bar setup, equipment selection, recruitment, training, beverage preparation standards and the successful opening of the bistro.
• Beverage Development: Contribute to the creation and ongoing development of an exciting drinks menu, including signature cocktails, seasonal specials and non-alcoholic drinks.
• Wine & Cocktail Service: Deliver a knowledgeable, engaging and professional evening beverage experience, ensuring consistency, presentation and attention to detail.
• Specialtiy Coffee & Tea: Maintain exceptional standards across espresso-based drinks, speciality coffees, signature teas and other daytime beverages.
• Bar Operations: Oversee and be a part of a daily bar preparation, service, cleanliness, equipment maintenance and operational efficiency.
• Team Leadership: Recruit, train, motivate and develop a skilled bar team, creating a positive and performance-driven working environment.
• Stock & Supplier Management: Manage beverage ordering, stock rotation, inventory, wastage and supplier relationships, maintaining effective operational controls.
• Guest Experience: Create a welcoming, engaging bar atmosphere and build strong relationships with guests through genuine hospitality and product knowledge.
• Quality & Consistency: Establish and maintain recipes, preparation methods, presentation standards and service procedures across the entire beverage offering.
• Standards & Compliance: Ensure full compliance with licensing requirements, responsible alcohol service, food safety and health and safety procedures.

About Candidate

We are looking for a confident, hands-on bar professional who combines creativity, technical knowledge and genuine passion for hospitality.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience as a Head of Bar, Bar Manager or Senior Bartender in a premium restaurant, contemporary bistro or quality-led hospitality environment.
• Strong cocktail knowledge, including classic cocktails, modern techniques, ingredients and presentation.
• A solid understanding of wines, aperitifs, spirits and current beverage trends.
• Experience with speciality coffee, espresso preparation and high-quality tea service, or the willingness and ability to develop expertise in these areas.
• Experience developing drinks menus, seasonal specials and beverage recipes.
• Strong knowledge of stock management, ordering, inventory systems and waste reduction.
• Excellent leadership skills, with experience training and developing bar teams.
• A creative, proactive mindset with strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain consistency during busy services.
• A natural presence behind the bar, excellent communication skills and a genuine enthusiasm for engaging with guests.
• Experience supporting a new restaurant or bar opening would be a significant advantage.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Performance-based bonus linked to agreed KPIs.
• Company discounts and benefits.
• The opportunity to help shape the beverage identity of a brand-new Mayfair bistro.
• Creative involvement in cocktail development, seasonal drinks and the wider beverage offering.
• The opportunity to build and lead your own bar team.
• A dynamic working environment with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact from day one.
• Long-term professional development opportunities.

Join Us

We are not simply looking for someone who can make excellent cocktails. We are looking for a hospitality professional who understands how to create an exceptional drinks experience at every point of the day.

Someone who takes pride in the perfect morning coffee, enjoys introducing guests to a great glass of wine and brings creativity, personality and energy to the evening bar.

If you are ready to help shape the bar experience at an exciting new opening in Mayfair, we would love to hear from you.