Assistant Bar Manager

Cliste Hospitality; Ireland; On-site; EUR 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals on duty

Complimentary gym membership

Uniform provided

Company pension

Life assurance

Health insurance contribution

Employee hotel discounts

Job summary

The Hillgrove Hotel & Spa in Monaghan is seeking an Assistant Bar Manager to support daily bar operations and lead the bar team across weddings, conferences and events. You will work closely with the Food & Beverage Manager to deliver high guest service, manage function bar requirements and uphold hospitality standards.

The role requires supervisory experience, strong communication and a hands-on approach to service, with flexibility for evenings and weekend shifts in a busy hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience in hospitality.
• Strong guest service and communication skills.
• Knowledge of bar operations, beverages and service standards.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operation of Bar and function/event bar areas.
• Lead and develop bar team during shifts.
• Coordinate bar setup, staffing and stock for events.
• Ensure compliance with licensing, safety and HACCP procedures.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Guest service excellence

Team leadership

Bar operations knowledge

Job description

Assistant Bar Manager

Department: Food & Beverage
Location: The Hillgrove Hotel & Spa, Monaghan
Reporting To: Food & Beverage Manager / Hotel Management
Areas of Responsibility: Bar and Function/Event Bars

Role Purpose

The Assistant Bar Manager will support the effective day-to-day operation of Bar and the hotel’s function and event bars, ensuring consistently high standards of guest service, team performance, operational efficiency and compliance.

Working closely with the Food & Beverage Manager and wider management team, the Assistant Bar Manager will take an active, hands-on role in service and will assist in leading the bar team across daily operations, weddings, conferences, functions and special events.

Key Responsibilities

Bar Operations & Guest Experience

• Support the day-to-day operation of Bar and all function/event bar areas.

• Ensure consistently high standards of service, presentation and guest care.

• Lead by example during busy service periods and maintain a visible presence on the floor.

• Ensure bars are correctly set up, stocked and prepared ahead of service and functions.

• Respond professionally and promptly to guest queries, requests and complaints.

• Support the delivery of weddings, conferences, private functions and other hotel events.

• Liaise with the Meetings & Events team and other departments to ensure event requirements are delivered correctly.

• Ensure effective opening and closing procedures are followed.

Team Leadership

• Supervise and support bartenders, bar assistants and other Food & Beverage colleagues during shifts.

• Assist with daily team briefings and communicate relevant function, service and operational information.

• Allocate duties and sections to ensure appropriate coverage and efficient service.

• Support the induction and training of new colleagues.

• Coach team members on service standards, product knowledge, upselling and responsible alcohol service.

• Monitor performance, attendance, timekeeping, presentation and conduct, escalating concerns to management where appropriate.

• Promote a positive, professional and respectful working environment.

Functions & Events

• Review function sheets and event requirements in advance to ensure appropriate preparation.

• Coordinate bar set-up, staffing, stock and equipment requirements for weddings, conferences and functions.

• Work closely with the Meetings & Events team to ensure agreed timings and service standards are achieved.

• Oversee function bar service and ensure bars are efficiently closed and reconciled following events.

• Support the management of high-volume events and multiple bar operations where required.

Stock & Financial Controls

• Assist with stock management, ordering, rotation and storage.

• Monitor stock levels and minimise waste, breakages and unnecessary losses.

• Participate in stocktakes as required.

• Ensure appropriate controls are followed in relation to complimentary drinks, wastage and transfers.

• Ensure all transactions are correctly processed through the hotel POS system.

• Support cash handling, till reconciliation and end-of-shift procedures.

• Promote appropriate upselling and commercial awareness within the team.

Standards, Health & Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all bar areas are maintained to high standards of cleanliness, presentation and organisation.

• Ensure compliance with hotel policies and procedures, licensing requirements and responsible service of alcohol.

• Follow all food safety, HACCP, allergen, fire safety and health & safety procedures relevant to the role.

• Ensure equipment is used safely and defects or maintenance issues are reported promptly.

• Assist management in maintaining appropriate training and compliance standards within the department.

Key Working Relationships

The Assistant Bar Manager will work closely with:

• Food & Beverage Management

• Hotel Management

• Meetings & Events Team

• Kitchen Team

• Weddings Team

• Front Office

• Maintenance

• People & Culture

Candidate Requirements

The successful candidate should have:

• Previous experience in a busy hotel, bar, restaurant or hospitality environment.

• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience, ideally within a bar operation.

• Experience working with functions, weddings or events is highly desirable.

• Strong guest service and communication skills.

• Good knowledge of bar operations, beverages and service standards.

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise during busy periods.

• Confidence in supervising and motivating a team.

• Good attention to detail and commercial awareness.

• A flexible approach to working hours, including evenings, weekends and public holidays in line with business requirements.

Key Competencies

• Guest Focus

• Leadership & Teamwork

• Communication

• Organisation & Planning

• Attention to Detail

• Commercial Awareness

• Problem Solving

• Accountability

• Flexibility

• Maintaining Standards Under Pressure

Benefits

• Meals on duty

• Complimentary gym membership

• Uniform provided

• Company pension

• Life assurance

• Health insurance contribution

• Employee hotel discounts across The iNUA Hotel Collection

• Training and development opportunities

• Career progression within the Collection

• Employee recognition and wellbeing initiatives

Our Expectations

The Assistant Bar Manager is expected to demonstrate the standards and values of The Hillgrove Hotel & Spa and The iNUA Hotel Collection at all times, contributing positively to the guest experience, colleague experience and overall success of the hotel.