Luxury Bar Manager: Lead Creative Cocktail Experience

The Dorchester; Greater London; Sur place; GBP 35 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Management Bonus scheme

Complimentary Stays

Discounts with Dorchester hotels

Royal London Private Pension scheme

Résumé du poste

The Dorchester in London is seeking a Bar Manager for Vesper Bar, a landmark destination within the Dorchester Collection. You will lead a luxury cocktail program, oversee daily operations, and mentor a high-performing team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

You'll bring proven leadership in a luxury 5-star hotel, strong commercial sense, and a passion for outstanding service. This role offers a management bonus, staff perks, and opportunities to develop through our learning academy.

Qualifications

• Previous experience at a luxury 5-star hotel as a Bar Manager, or similar leadership role.
• Passion for the role and the team and unique personality.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and be well presented.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Commercial with proven track record in negotiation.
• Strong organisation and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities to deadlines.
• A proactive and solution-driven approach.
• Creativity and a passion for enhancing guest experience. Strong stakeholder management and teamwork skills.
• Commercial awareness within the Food & Beverage environment.

Responsabilités

• The Bar Manager is the custodian of one of London's most celebrated cocktail destinations, responsible for delivering exceptional guest experiences, inspiring a culture of creativity, and maintaining the highest standards of luxury hospitality.
• As the leader of Vesper Bar, you will oversee all aspects of the operation, ensuring the venue continues to set industry benchmarks for service, innovation, and commercial success. You will lead and develop a high-performing team, cultivate meaningful relationships within the global bar community, and drive the evolution of the bar through innovative menu concepts and world-class beverage experiences.
• Combining operational excellence, commercial acumen, and creative vision, you will play a pivotal role in strengthening Vesper Bar's reputation as a destination venue for hotel guests, local clientele, and international visitors alike.

Connaissances

Leadership

Staff development

Guest service

Communication

Attention to detail

Negotiation

Time management

Stakeholder management

Description du poste

The Dorchester in London is seeking a Bar Manager for Vesper Bar, a landmark destination within the Dorchester Collection. You will lead a luxury cocktail program, oversee daily operations, and mentor a high-performing team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

You'll bring proven leadership in a luxury 5-star hotel, strong commercial sense, and a passion for outstanding service. This role offers a management bonus, staff perks, and opportunities to develop through our learning academy.