Nobu Bar Manager

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Bar Manager to lead the bar service and create memorable experiences for guests. This role involves overseeing operations, managing budgets, and fostering team development in a luxury hotel environment. You will be responsible for innovative drink menus and ensuring exceptional service while guiding your team towards success. Join a dynamic team that values creativity and quality, and enjoy a range of benefits including discounted stays and wellness initiatives. If you're passionate about hospitality and leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Discounted overnight stays

Discounted Pilates classes

Cycle to Work Scheme

Season Ticket Loan

Free meals while on duty

Wellness initiatives

Employee Awards night

Access to Hospitality Action

Up to 33 holiday days

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as a Bar Manager or Assistant Bar Manager.
• Experience in 5* Hotels is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bar operations to ensure excellent guest experiences.
• Support team in revenue growth and upselling opportunities.
• Monitor guest feedback and implement improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Budget Management

Customer Service

Upselling Techniques

Education

Experience in Hospitality

Job description

As a Bar Manager, you will be in charge of and responsible for the smooth operational running of the bar service in order to deliver an excellent and memorable experience for our guests. Your tasks will include but will not be limited to:

• Oversee the smooth operational running of the bar service.
• Have a complete understanding of budget, targets, forecasts, and P&L for your department.
• Be forward-thinking and innovative when it comes to ways of working and best practice.
• Encourage and support your team to focus on revenue growth and upselling opportunities that enhance our guests’ experiences.
• Assist with and input into the drink’s menu creation; ensuring the offering is always relevant and innovative.
• Meticulously monitor guest reviews and feedback to your team on successes, areas of development, and any potential follow-ups.
• Work with the Marketing Manager to facilitate PR coverage through seasonal calendar activation.
• Offer strong leadership, mentoring, and guidance to your team.
• Be an advocate for training and development in order to foster progression and retention throughout your department.
• Be an ambassador for Nobu as well as a strong leader who embodies our values and commitment to our teams.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 1 year experience in an Assistant Bar Manager or Bar Manager role.
• Minimum 1 year experience in 5* Hotels would be advantageous.

BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM

• 2 Hotel-wide social events a year including Employee Awards night.
• Discounted overnight stays across Nobu properties Worldwide.
• Discounted Pilates classes and Wellness treatments.
• Opportunities to progress within our hotel and the wider portfolio.
• Mental Health First Aiders within the team.
• Access to Hospitality Action.
• Up to 33 holiday days through length of service (25 days for those on 4 on 4 off).
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Season Ticket Loan.
• Discounts off all food and beverage.
• Free meals whilst on duty (also beverages including tea/coffee/cold drinks).
• Wellness initiatives.

Nobu Hotels effortlessly blends modern luxury and minimal Japanese tradition into the concept of a lifestyle hotel. Filled with cutting-edge design and stunning spaces, Nobu Hotels provides remarkable hospitable service and an unparalleled experience like nothing before. Helming from world-renowned Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro, and Meir Teper, the Nobu Hotels concept is a remarkable conjunction of exquisite cuisine, innovation, and creativity.

Nobu Hotel London Portman Square features 249 guest rooms and suites, together with a Nobu restaurant, ballroom, and meeting spaces beautifully conceptualized by London-based architecture and interior design firm, David Collins Studio, in conjunction with Make Architects.

We are looking for great people that embody our core values of Kokoro, Smile, Family & Crafted.

You will share our passion, deliver quality results, and have the courage to be different and creative within your specialism.