Assistant Bar Manager

Job description

Are you an experienced Assistant Bar Manager with a passion for exceptional guest service, premium drinks and leading high-performing bar teams?

We’re looking for a talented Assistant Bar Manager to join a prestigious hospitality venue in South Ayrshire. This permanent opportunity will see you support the day-to-day management of a busy bar operation, lead and develop the bar team, maintain outstanding service standards and deliver memorable guest experiences.

With experience in bar management, cocktails, mixology, wine and spirits, stock control, team leadership and Food & Beverage operations, you’ll bring energy, professionalism and a hands-on approach to every service. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your hospitality management career within a high-quality luxury environment.

What you will get in your new role

• Competitive salary of £31,500
• Subsidised staff accommodation (if required)
• Access to a meal on duty in the staff canteen
• Uniforms provided, with items laundered at the Company's expense
• Employee Assistance Programme – offering a range of confidential help lines
• Ongoing training and development, including first-class hospitality training & Apprenticeship programmes
• Discounts available at Food & Beverage outlets and the Golf Professional Shop
• Resort Facilities – use of the Spa, Gym, and Golf facilities

Responsibilities in your new role as Assistant Bar Manager

As our Assistant Bar Manager, you will be pivotal in ensuring every guest interaction is exceptional, responding appropriately to all needs and questions. You'll skillfully 

• Manage workload distribution across the team
• Lead by example to maintain high performance and brand standards
• Assist guests with menu choices and recommendations
• Support profitability and productivity across F&B operations
• Communicate and implement the F&B strategy
• Manage inventory and yield in line with budgets
• Support the Food & Beverage Services Manager
• Maintain exceptional guest service standards

Your personality, experience and qualifications

We’re looking for a professional and well-presented individual who will lead by example and set high standards for the wider team. You’ll have previous supervisory experience, ideally within a similar Food & Beverage or hospitality environment. You’ll also bring:

• Previous experience in a supervisory hospitality role
• Strong knowledge of Food & Beverage service and brand standards
• Understanding of food hygiene and sanitation requirements
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Confidence preparing, interpreting and analysing reports
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
• Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced environment
• Fluency in English
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK
• A positive attitude and commitment to ongoing learning and development

If you are a passionate and experienced bar professional looking for your next challenge, we encourage you to apply today!

Apply now!
Please send us an up-to-date copy of your CV, by clicking the Apply button. This position is only available to applicants who have immediate Right to Work in the UK and you will be required to provide evidence of such upon request. Also required are up-to-date contact details for at least 2 references.

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