Senior Bars Manager

Legends Global (Europe); York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Life Assurance

Pension

Healthshield support (dental, physio)

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Eye care vouchers

Cycle to Work

Employee Referral Scheme

Job summary

Legends Global at York Racecourse seeks an experienced Senior Bars Manager to lead the drinks operation across 50+ bars and hospitality suites. On race days hosting up to 35,000 guests, you will drive sales, develop the retail offer and manage a large team to deliver flawless service.

You will oversee stock, scheduling, compliance and the customer experience across events, conferences and banquets in a large venue, applying strong leadership and EPOS expertise.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading high‑volume, multi‑bar operations.
• Strong leadership, communication and decision‑making skills.
• Highly organised, energetic team player managing multiple teams.
• Technical knowledge of EPOS, stock systems and Excel; licensing and safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead the drinks operation across 50+ bars and hospitality areas.
• Manage beverage stock, ordering, suppliers and cellar operations.
• Plan bar set‑ups, deliveries, logistics and event requirements.
• Lead, schedule and develop the Drinks & Logistics team.
• Oversee beverage service across retail, hospitality, conferences and banqueting.
• Drive beverage sales, GP and retail offer development.
• Collaborate with F&B, Commercial and Sales for customer experience.
• Monitor performance, invoicing and P&L for continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Team management

Logistics coordination

Customer service

Education

Personal Licence holder

Forklift licence desirable

Tools

EPOS systems

Stock systems

Excel

Licensing law

Health & Safety compliance

Job description

About Legends Global

Legends Global is redefining excellence in sport, entertainment and live events. With unrivalled expertise and international reach, we provide end-to-end solutions – from venue development and event programming to revenue strategy and hospitality. We take a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise and Attractions, working with leading clients to deliver outstanding experiences that resonate worldwide. Our organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where diversity drives innovation and collaboration. Guided by our values of Align, Scale, Connect, Team and Win... we create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

About The Venue

Located on the historic Knavesmire, York Racecourse is one of the UK’s most prestigious and well-loved racecourses, with over 280 years of history and a strong reputation for world-class flat racing. The venue is home to major fixtures including the internationally acclaimed Ebor Festival, attracting large numbers of racegoers and visitors each year. Beyond racing, York Racecourse is a versatile events destination, offering a range of indoor and outdoor spaces for conferences, exhibitions, corporate hospitality, banquets, celebrations and large-scale events. The venue combines its historic setting with modern facilities and is recognised for delivering high-quality food and beverage experiences, exceptional customer service and professional event operations.

About The Role

Step into a key leadership role at one of the UK’s most prestigious racing venues. As Senior Bars Manager, you’ll lead the drinks operation across 50+ bars and hospitality suites, delivering exceptional beverage experiences for race days welcoming up to 35,000 guests, as well as premium conferences, banquets, weddings and events. From driving sales and developing the retail offer to leading teams and delivering flawless service, this is an exciting opportunity to make your mark on a truly large-scale events operation.

What We Can Offer

• You will work hard at Legends Global , but you will be rewarded with lots of time to relax and rest with 25 days annual leave
• We understand that you have a life outside of work and want to ensure that your loved ones will always be taken care of whilst you’re contributing to our success with our Life Assurance policy.
• A healthy contribution of Pension so that your golden years are spent ticking off the items on your bucket list.
• Got a dental bill? Need to book a counselling session? Or even help with Physio costs? With the support of Healthshield; Legends Global will support with these unexpected costs. For you and any children.
• We understand that from time to time you might need a bit of support to get you back to feeling your best, so we have teamed up with AXA Health to provide our people with an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support mental health in the workplace.
• We are visionaries: both physically and metaphorically! When you join Legends Global you will be entitled to eye care vouchers and a contribution towards any glasses you require.
• Pedal your way to a greener, healthier commute—join our Cycle to Work scheme and turn every ride into a win for you and the planet
• Great people know great people! Refer a friend through our Employee Referral Scheme and get rewarded for helping us build an amazing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the drinks operation across 50+ bars and hospitality areas on race and non-race days.
• Manage beverage stock, ordering, suppliers and cellar operations.
• Plan and coordinate bar set-up, deliveries, logistics and event requirements.
• Lead, schedule and develop the Drinks & Logistics team.
• Oversee beverage service across retail, hospitality, conferences and banqueting events.
• Drive beverage sales, GP and the continued development of the retail offer.
• Work closely with F&B, Commercial and Sales teams to deliver exceptional customer experiences.
• Monitor performance, reporting, invoicing and P&L targets to support continuous improvement.

We Are Looking For Someone With

• Extensive experience in high‑volume, multi‑bar operations in bar and cellar management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision‑making skills with a hands‑on, service‑focused approach.
• Highly organised, energetic team player able to manage logistics, multiple teams, and tight deadlines in a large venue.
• Strong technical knowledge of EPOS, stock systems, Excel, licensing law, and compliance with food hygiene and health & safety regulations.
• Personal Licence holder (forklift licence desirable) and comfortable with manual handling duties.

Recruitment Process Outlined

• 1st Stage- Intro Call with the Talent Team
• 2nd Stage- Interview with the Hiring Manager

Inclusive Workplace

At Legends Global , we are committed to leading the entertainment industry towards a greener, faster, and more innovative digital future. There’s never been a better time to join our team. We aim to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers, and suppliers. Join us and make a significant impact from day one. We are committed to active inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. This commitment begins with our recruitment and selection process. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements. If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know in your application. We are dedicated to providing a fair and transparent assessment process and will do our utmost to accommodate your needs.

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks. These may include verification of identity, proof of address, right to work, employment history, qualifications, and—where relevant to the role—a basic or enhanced DBS check. All checks will be carried out in line with data protection law and we will only request information that is necessary for the role.