At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a vibrant bar team and deliver exceptional customer experiences.
- Company: Join an exciting independent bar opening its second site in the beautiful New Forest.
- Benefits: Earn £30,000 plus tips with a fantastic 4-day work week and great work-life balance.
- Other info: Enjoy excellent career progression opportunities in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a growing hospitality venture and shape a new team from day one.
- Qualifications: Previous bar management experience and a passion for customer service are essential.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 30000 £ per year.
Join an independently owned venue opening its second site after huge success – enjoy a true 4‑day working week and brilliant work‑life balance. We’re recruiting a Bar Manager in Southampton to join an independently owned bar and wine venture opening in early May in Lymington in the New Forest. This is the second site for the owner, following the success of their first venue, offering a rare opportunity to be part of a growing, hands‑on independent hospitality business from day one. You’ll enjoy a varied role in a stunning setting, with the chance to help shape a new team while gaining exposure across multiple sites within a supportive and expanding independent group.
Benefits
- You’ll earn £30,000 per year plus tips, with consistent monthly pay.
- You’ll work a 4‑day working week, giving you 3 full days off each week.
- You’ll benefit from a maximum 50‑hour working week with Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays off.
- You’ll enjoy a fantastic work‑life balance in a beautiful New Forest location near Southampton.
- You’ll gain experience across multiple venues within an exciting independently owned hospitality venture.
- You’ll have excellent progression opportunities as the business continues to grow.
Key Responsibilities
- Support team supervision, training and scheduling alongside the General Manager.
- Deliver outstanding customer service and resolve guest queries professionally.
- Assist with wine recommendations and product knowledge to enhance the guest experience.
- Oversee stock control, supplier deliveries and stock rotation.
- Support cash handling, reporting, and cost control procedures.
- Ensure full compliance with licensing, health and safety regulations.
- Assist with opening and closing procedures and service when required.
Qualifications
- Previous bar or hospitality management/supervisory experience.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- A passion for wine, or a willingness to develop strong product knowledge.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability.
- A genuine focus on delivering exceptional customer service.
- Ability to thrive in a busy, fast‑paced environment.
Bar Manager in Pennington employer: PLATINUM RECRUITMENT
Join an independently owned bar and wine venture in the stunning New Forest, where you can enjoy a true 4-day working week and a fantastic work-life balance. As a Bar Manager, you'll be part of a growing team with excellent progression opportunities, all while working in a beautiful location near Southampton that values hands-on experience and exceptional customer service.
