Bar Supervisor - Straffan Inn

The K Club; Straffan; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals while on duty

Discounts on stays at the resort

Uniform

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Social events

Training programmes

Job summary

The Straffan Inn Pub, part of The K Club family, is seeking a Bar Supervisor to lead daily bar operations and deliver exemplary guest service. You will assist the Bar Manager, maintain bar cleanliness, manage stock and cash handling, and ensure accurate orders and billing.

Join a team-focused environment with opportunities for professional development, staff recognition, and staff meals on duty. Prior experience in hospitality is valued, and adherence to health and safety standards is essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Experience in bar operations or hospitality preferred.
• Ability to manage stock and cash handling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the Bar Manager in day-to-day bar operations.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of bar areas and equipment.
• Manage stock using FIFO and monitor expiry dates.
• Ensure bar is stocked and ready for service; follow opening/closing procedures.
• Prepare cocktails and beverages to company recipes and quality standards.
• Process orders and bills accurately; complete end-of-day cashing up.

Skills

Customer service

Stock control

Team support

Cash handling

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Bar Supervisor to join The Straffan Inn Pub, part of The K Club family.

Here’s how you’ll bring the K Club’s trailblazing vision to life:

• To ensure that areas of responsibility are clean and well maintained
• Adheres to the Pub's health and safety procedures
• To meet and greet customers in a courteous and professional manner
• To ensure all customer requirements are met and to maintain the standards of beverage service
• To promote a positive working atmosphere at all times
• Excellent customer service skills
• To assist the Pub Manager in managing the team, assisting with appraisals, stock control etc.

The Candidate

• Support the Bar Manager in the day-to-day operation of the bar, ensuring a smooth and efficient service in their absence.
• Maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness and presentation across all bar areas, equipment, glassware and storage spaces.
• Manage stock effectively, following FIFO (First In, First Out) principles to minimise waste and ensure product quality.
• Monitor stock deliveries, checking expiry dates and ensuring products are stored and rotated correctly, including kegs.
• Ensure the bar is fully stocked, organised and ready for service at all times.
• Follow all opening and closing procedures accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain immaculate presentation of glassware, bar equipment and display areas, ensuring products are attractively merchandised.
• Prepare and replenish stock requisitions while monitoring inventory levels.
• Set up, service and dismantle private bars and event spaces to the highest standard, ensuring all guest charges are processed accurately.
• Ensure all bar and public areas are fully prepared for service each evening.
• Prepare cocktails and beverages consistently to company recipes and quality standards.
• Process customer orders and bills accurately.
• Complete end-of-day cashing up and banking procedures, ensuring all documentation is submitted correctly.
• Develop a strong understanding of beverage products, draught beer systems and bar operations.
• Ensure all drinks are served using the correct legal measures and support compliance across the team.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of licensing legislation and company policies.
• Support the training and development of team members alongside the Bar Manager.
• Deliver outstanding customer service by sharing knowledge of beverages and local attractions, helping guests enjoy an exceptional experience.
• Promote excellent stock control, minimise waste and contribute to the profitability of the department.

What’s on offer?

• Ongoing investment in your personal development with access to internal and external training programmes
• Fantastic opportunities to progress your career
• Monthly recognition programme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Social events
• Uniform
• Meals while on duty
• Discounts on stays at the resort and on Food & Beverage for you and your family and friends
• Life Assurance

Data Retention

Please note that all applications and CV's submitted for a role at The K Club will be kept on file for a period of 12 months.

Should you not wish for your data to be held following the closure of the application process then we would ask that you please make note of this when submitting your application.

Kind regards,

The Human Resources Team

The K Club