Bar Supervisor in London

What's in it for you? £36,780 OTE per annum, plus excellent benefits and perks! Holiday allowance starting at 28 days and increasing with length of service up to 36 days. Delicious free meals on duty. Excellent service charge added to your salary every month. Professional, award-winning learning and development opportunities from day one. Fantastic recommend a friend and family bonus scheme worth up to £600. Enhanced paid maternity leave & paternity leave. 50% off on food and 25% off on beverages at selected Red Carnation Hotels F&B outlets. Discounted accommodation rates at selected Red Carnation Hotels worldwide. Two paid volunteering days each year, because we care about our community. Access to immediate Employee Assistance Programme, because we care about our employees. Vibrant hotel recognition events every month and hotel-based incentives (Employee of the Month / Manager of the Quarter). Social and team building events per hotel. Global Employee Appreciation Party, where we get to celebrate our incredible teams. Complimentary uniform and dry-cleaning services.

We are looking for a full-time Bar Supervisor to join our team. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working in a bar, a strong knowledge of classic cocktails and a confident, outgoing personality. This person should be a natural leader with the ability to guide a shift while working collaboratively and support the wider F&B team.

Location: The Rubens at the Palace Hotel

Employment Type: Full time, permanent

Working Pattern: 5 working days

Key Responsibilities of a Bar Supervisor:

• Welcome and interact with guests, providing friendly and professional service while offering drink recommendations.
• Ensure team members are knowledgeable about the menu and provide ongoing training to maintain high standards of service.
• Oversee cleanliness and organisation of the bar, ensuring it's fully stocked and ready for service.
• Ensure the smooth operation of the bar during your shift, managing service flow and product quality.
• Accurately handle transactions and ensure the proper use of the POS system.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant health, safety, and alcohol service regulations.
• Lead the team, delegate tasks, and ensure the bar operates efficiently throughout your shift.
• Support the F&B department where necessary.

What are we looking for?

• Previous bar or hospitality experience, with strong knowledge of classic cocktails and a passion for delivering excellent service.
• Strong ability to lead and motivate a team, ensuring smooth operations during your shift.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact confidently and professionally with guests and colleagues.
• High standards of cleanliness and organisation, ensuring the bar area is always prepared and fully stocked.
• Collaborative attitude with the ability to work effectively with others and contribute to a positive work environment.
• Ability to handle guest inquiries or concerns with professionalism and composure.
• Willingness to adapt to changing circumstances and busy service times.

Red Carnation Hotels is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.