At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Bar Manager in running a high-profile bar and lead a dynamic team.
- Company: Exciting luxury hospitality destination in the heart of Mayfair.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, tips, staff meals, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible hours with a focus on training and development in a supportive culture.
- Why this job: Join a vibrant team and elevate your bar management skills in a stylish environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in bar management or as a senior bartender with strong cocktail knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Tucked away behind a discreet entrance in the heart of Mayfair, this is one of London's most talked-about destinations for fire-led cooking, exceptional cocktails and after-dark energy. A modern steakhouse, bar and lounge concept with a strong international pedigree, the venue pairs prime cuts and refined seafood with a high-end bar program built around inventive cocktails and an outstanding wine list.
By day it's a destination for elevated lunches and business dining; by night, curated music and DJ sets transform the space into a stylish late-night lounge that draws guests in to stay, connect and celebrate. It's a fast-paced, design-led environment where hospitality is treated as an art form — and the team behind the bar is central to that reputation.
We're looking for an experienced Assistant Bar Manager to support the Bar Manager in running a high-volume, high-profile bar operation to the very highest standard. This is a brilliant opportunity for a driven hospitality professional who wants to develop into bar leadership at one of the capital's most prestigious venues.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Bar Manager in the day-to-day running of the bar, including staffing, stock control and service standards.
- Lead by example on the floor during busy lunch, dinner and late-night sessions.
- Train, motivate and develop bar team members, embedding a culture of excellence and hospitality.
- Assist with cocktail menu development and maintain consistency across the drinks offering.
- Manage stock takes, ordering and supplier relationships to control costs and minimise wastage.
- Ensure full compliance with licensing, health & safety and allergen regulations.
- Deputise for the Bar Manager in their absence, taking ownership of rotas, briefings and shift management.
- Build strong working relationships with the wider front-of-house and management team.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as an Assistant Bar Manager or senior bartender ready to step up, ideally within a high-end, high-volume restaurant, bar or hotel environment.
- Strong cocktail knowledge and a genuine passion for mixology and guest experience.
- A natural leader with excellent people-management and training skills.
- Highly organised, with solid stock control and cost management experience.
- A polished, professional manner with the confidence to engage with a discerning clientele.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and late nights as required.
- A comprehensive understanding of licensing law and health & safety compliance.
What's On Offer:
- Competitive salary plus tips.
- The opportunity to work at one of London's most exciting luxury hospitality destinations.
- Genuine career progression within a growing international brand.
- Staff meals, training and development, and a supportive, high-performing team culture.
If you're a passionate bar professional looking to take the next step in your career at a landmark London venue, we'd love to hear from you.
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