Bar Manager

The Metropole Hotel; Cork; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Metropole Hotel, part of Trigon Hotels, is seeking an experienced Bar Manager to lead the bar operation across the hotel, delivering high-quality beverage service and developing the team.

Reporting to the Deputy General Manager, you will drive revenue, manage stock, ensure licensing compliance, and uphold service standards in Bar, Restaurant, Room Service, and events.

Qualifications

• Leadership and people-management experience in bar/F&B
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Commercial mindset with revenue and cost awareness
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and handle challenging situations

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the bar team to deliver excellent service
• Deliver high-quality beverage service across hotel outlets
• Maintain a professional presence for guests and staff
• Provide leadership, support and guidance to the team
• Ensure licensing compliance and adherence to company policies
• Manage stock control, security and asset management
• Monitor costs while maintaining service and quality standards
• Pursue revenue and commercial targets and contribute to marketing initiatives
• Promote the values of Trigon Hotels in all actions

Skills

Leadership

People management

Customer service

Revenue management

Job description

Location: On site / Cork City, Cork, Ireland job type: Permanent / Full-time Sector and subsector: Hospitality | Bar Salary: Negotiable salary

The Metropole Hotel is looking for an experienced and passionate Bar Manager to join our team and lead the bar operation, ensuring an exceptional experience for both our hotel guests and external customers.

As Bar Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of a high-quality, efficient beverage service while leading and developing the team and ensuring strong commercial performance.

The Role

Reporting to the Deputy General Manager / General Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the bar and beverage service across the hotel, including the Bar, Restaurant, Room Service, Conference and Banqueting areas.

You will play a key role in maintaining high service standards, achieving revenue and cost targets, and ensuring compliance with all relevant licensing and company procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the bar team, ensuring excellent standards of service and guest satisfaction.
• Deliver a consistently high-quality beverage service across all hotel outlets.
• Maintain a professional, presentable and approachable presence for both guests and team members.
• Provide strong leadership, support and guidance to the team.
• Deal confidently and professionally with demanding guests and challenging situations.
• Remain calm and professional when dealing with guests who may be intoxicated.
• Ensure compliance with licensing regulations and all company policies and procedures.
• Take responsibility for stock control, security and the effective management of company property.
• Monitor and control costs while maintaining high service and quality standards.
• Proactively work towards achieving revenue and commercial targets.
• Contribute to the commercial development of the outlet, including social media and marketing initiatives.
• Demonstrate flexibility and the ability to respond positively to changing business requirements.
• Promote and demonstrate the values of Trigon Hotels in everything you do.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience in a Bar Management or senior Bar/F&B role.
• Excellent leadership and people-management skills.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• A commercial mindset with an understanding of revenue and cost management.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
• A thorough understanding of beverage service and licensing requirements.
• A positive, flexible and hands-on approach to management.

Why Join Trigon Hotels?

At Trigon Hotels, we believe in the Passionate Pursuit of Perfection. We are committed to creating memorable experiences for our guests while providing our team members with the opportunity to grow, develop and succeed.

If you are an enthusiastic hospitality professional looking for your next challenge and have the leadership skills and passion to make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.