Assistant Bar Manager in London

• Company Description
• Opening in late 2026,

Delano London brings the spirit and celebrated heritage of the iconic Delano Miami Beach to London, reimagined for a new generation.

Set overlooking Kensington Gardens, the hotel will feature 67 rooms and suites, Lana Lusa, the legendary Rose Bar and Rose Lounge, alongside The Source wellness offering.

Delano is a place where personality, creativity and genuine connection come together.

We value curiosity, individuality and a sense of fun, creating an environment where our people can be themselves while delivering thoughtful, intuitive and genuinely warm hospitality.

Delano London is part of

Ennismore , a global collective of entrepreneurial, founder-built brands rooted in creativity, culture and community, and a joint venture with Accor.

Joining Delano London means being part of something from the very beginning.

It is an opportunity to help shape the next chapter of an iconic brand, work alongside an ambitious and creative team and play a part in creating a hotel that feels distinctly Delano from day one.

Job Description

We are seeking an exceptional

Assistant Bar Manager to join the pre-opening team of Delano London.

Reporting to the Bar Manager and working closely with the Director of Food & Beverage, you'll help bring Rose Bar to life while supporting a connected beverage experience across Lana Lusa, Room Service and Private Dining.

You'll combine confident floor leadership, strong drinks knowledge and warm, intuitive hospitality with the energy and personality that define Delano.

What you'll do...

• Support the Bar Manager in the day-to-day operation of Rose Bar, ensuring service feels polished, energetic, personal and never scripted.
• Lead shifts and maintain a visible presence during service, setting the pace on the floor and stepping in wherever the team needs support.
• Help shape and consistently deliver the Rose Bar guest journey, from first welcome and drink recommendations through to farewell.
• Coach, motivate and develop bartenders and bar backs through hands-on leadership, clear expectations and in-the-moment feedback.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and training of the opening bar team, embedding service standards, product knowledge, cocktail execution and genuine hospitality.
• Work closely with the Bar Manager on cocktail development, beverage standards, tastings, menu knowledge and seasonal activations.
• Maintain excellent mise en place, opening and closing procedures, stock organisation and bar presentation throughout service.
• Support stock control, ordering, transfers, inventories, wastage management and beverage GP, helping protect quality and commercial performance.
• Coordinate closely with Lana Lusa, Room Service and Private Dining so beverage service feels connected across the hotel.
• Handle guest feedback confidently and resolve issues quickly, turning recovery moments into positive experiences.
• Support VIPs, events, late-night service and hotel activations while maintaining licensing, responsible service and Health & Safety standards.
• Act as Manager on Duty for the bar when required and support the wider Food & Beverage operation with a collaborative, one-team approach.

Qualifications

What we're looking for...

• You have strong supervisory or assistant management experience in a premium bar, luxury hotel, high-quality restaurant or lifestyle operation.
• You have excellent cocktail, spirits and beverage knowledge and are confident guiding both guests and team members.
• Previous pre-opening experience would be a real plus; you enjoy building standards, routines and culture from the ground up.
• You are a natural host and floor leader, combining attention to detail with warmth, personality and instinctive hospitality.
• You understand the commercial side of bar operations, including stock, wastage, beverage GP, labour and productivity.
• You coach by example, stay calm under pressure and know how to create energy without losing control of the operation.
• You are comfortable with POS, inventory and rota systems and are organised with opening, closing and cash procedures.
• You are flexible to work evenings, late nights, weekends and key hospitality moments.

What's in it for you...

• The opportunity to launch Delano London and help shape the Food & Beverage experience from day one, with real influence over the culture and service style.
• Join an innovative, fast-growing, international group that's committed to not just building new hotels but building a global brand.
• The chance to challenge the norm and help create venues that can become both neighbourhood favourites and destinations in their own right, in an environment that is creative and rewarding.
• Become part of a team that's passionate about creating great hospitality experiences, bringing together design, dining, nightlife and culture in a distinctly Delano way.
• Plenty of opportunity for development as the hotel and the wider brand continue to grow.
• Additional Information

Why Delano London?

Be part of the team bringing an iconic brand into its next chapter.

At Delano London, personality counts, ideas are welcomed and everyone plays a part in creating something memorable.

We work hard, make it fun and look out for one another, with opportunities to learn, grow and build meaningful relationships across Delano, Ennismore and Accor.

Alongside a supportive and creative team culture, you’ll have access to a range of colleague benefits, hotel stays and experiences across the wider group, and the opportunity to work within a global community of distinctive lifestyle and hospitality brands.