Bar and Lounge Manager

• Maintain & evolve the hotel’s wine, cocktail & drinks offering, including seasonal menus, in line with the Hotel Product Plan
• Act as the wine lead for the hotel, providing expert recommendations, food & wine pairings, wine tastings, & liaising with the Executive Chef & senior management
• Manage hotel liquor stock & cellar operations, ensuring strong controls around GP, wastage, rotation, cleanliness & compliance with licensing laws & H&S regulations
• Oversee day-to-day bar operations with a visible floor presence, ensuring excellent table service, smooth service flow & strong guest engagement
• Drive revenue through effective upselling, terrace & function management, maximising sales opportunities during service
• Effectively manage staffing, including recruitment, rotas, performance reviews, attendance, payroll accuracy & adherence to HR procedures
• Plan, deliver and record SOP and skills training, ensuring all team members and new starters are fully inducted and continuously developed

• At least 1 year previous experience in a high-quality Four-Star hotel in a management role is essential, whilst experience in a Five Star hotel is desirable
• WSET Level 2 a as a minimum and Level 3 preferred
• Experience of working in at least a 2 Rosette restaurant is essential, preferably in a management or assistant management role, experience working in a fine dining restaurant is desirable
• Proven experience in bar management & mixology is a must with at least 2 years’ experience
• Strong experience with in food and beverage
• A motivational leader who is seen as a role-model, with proven experience of managing and developing a team
• Proven experience of meeting guest requirements and going that extra mile
• You must have a strong work ethic and demonstrate the ability to motivate a team
• Be able to work in line with the company’s brand standards
• Experience working with Rezlynx and Zonal would be advantageous and confidence with computers is required
• Strong communication skills

Experience working with Rezlynx and Zonal would be advantageous

• Competitive salary, negotiable dependent on experience
• Wagestream - the ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them each week
• 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Health cash plan with access to discounted perks and high street discounts
• Long service awards, including free meals and free stays with your friends or family
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted accommodation, food, and drink in our beautiful properties
• Pension and Life assurance
• Bespoke training programmes accessible to all
• Apprenticeships available
• An engaging & supportive work environment