Restaurant & Bar Supervisor

Himanchestercity; Manchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Share of gratuities

Staff discounts

Free onsite gym

Meals provided on duty

Training and progression

Job summary

Holiday Inn Manchester City Centre is seeking a Restaurant & Bar Supervisor to take charge of the floor in our busy city-centre restaurant and bar. You will lead shifts, ensure guest satisfaction, and help keep the operation running smoothly in a dynamic hotel setting.

The role offers opportunities to develop skills in meetings and events, working with the management team to deliver high standards of service and drive sales across food and drinks.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a restaurant or bar, ideally at supervisor or team leader level.
• Good drinks and food knowledge, with confidence recommending to guests.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills, with attention to detail.
• Confident communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Run shifts across our restaurant and bar, keeping service smooth from breakfast through to late evening.
• Make every guest feel welcome, whether they're stopping by for a drink or a full meal.
• Step in to resolve service issues quickly and effectively.
• Keep the bar and restaurant looking their best, with high standards of presentation and cleanliness.
• Support our events team in delivering conferences, meetings, and private events.
• Learn how events come together, from room layouts and AV to catering and service.

Job description

We're Hiring: Restaurant & Bar Supervisor

Take charge of the floor in our busy city-centre restaurant and bar at Holiday Inn Manchester City Centre.

If you love the energy of a busy bar, take pride in great restaurant service, and enjoy leading a team through a packed shift, you'll feel right at home with us.

We're a busy 4-star hotel in the heart of Manchester, just minutes from Piccadilly Station, and we're looking for a Restaurant & Bar Supervisor to support our management team and keep our restaurant and bar running smoothly, with the chance to develop your skills in conference & events along the way.

What You'll Do

Restaurant & Bar Service:

• Run shifts across our restaurant and bar, keeping service smooth from breakfast through to late evening
• Make every guest feel welcome, whether they're stopping by for a drink or a full meal
• Step in to resolve service issues quickly and effectively
• Keep the bar and restaurant looking their best, with high standards of presentation and cleanliness

Meetings & Events Development:

• Support our events team in delivering conferences, meetings, and private events
• Learn how events come together, from room layouts and AV to catering and service
• Build your confidence as a point of contact for organisers and delegates on the day
• Gain experience that supports your progression into events or wider F&B management

Leading the Team:

• Support, motivate, and guide the restaurant and bar team during service
• Assist with training new starters and ongoing team development
• Ensure clear communication between the bar, restaurant, kitchen, and events teams
• Lead by example, setting the standard for service excellence

Running the Operation:

• Support bar and restaurant stock control, ordering, and wastage management
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety, and licensing regulations
• Assist with rota planning and labour control where required
• Drive sales and upselling across food and drinks

What You'll Bring:

• Previous experience in a restaurant or bar, ideally at supervisor or team leader level
• Good drinks and food knowledge, with confidence recommending to guests
• Events experience is a bonus but not essential, as full training will be given
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills, with attention to detail
• Confident communication and leadership abilities
• A hands-on approach and the ability to stay calm under pressure
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings and weekends

What You Get:

• Share of gratuities, with 100% of tips going to the team
• Discounts across retail, restaurants & entertainment
• Free onsite gym + online fitness portal
• Global IHG Friends & Family hotel discounts
• Meals provided on duty
• Development and career progression, including hands-on training in meetings & events
• Recognition and incentive schemes

If you're ready to step up and lead a busy restaurant and bar, while growing your skills in Meetings & Events, we'd love to hear from you.