Join the Team at The Tipsy Bird, Belfast

Welcome to Tipsy Bird, a vibrant and quirky bar in the heart of Belfast city centre, known for its amazing cocktails, live music, and unforgettable atmosphere. A popular destination for locals and visitors alike, it’s the perfect spot for drinks, celebrations, and big nights out. Alongside the main venue, the Tipsy Garden offers a unique outdoor space for guests to enjoy drinks, live entertainment, private functions, parties, and special occasions.

Together, they create one of Belfast’s most exciting and versatile hospitality destinations.

The Role: General Manager

As General Manager, you’ll take full ownership of The Tipsy Bird—running it as if it were your own business.

You’ll bring energy, passion, and strong leadership to every part of the operation, inspiring your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences across cocktails, live music, events, and private functions.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading and inspiring a passionate team to deliver top-tier service.
• Training, mentoring, and growing your crew like a true hospitality hero.
• Driving revenue, managing costs, and keeping those GP’s in check.
• Owning the floor—from the first hello to the last goodbye.
• Creating a lively, welcoming atmosphere across both Tipsy Bird and Tipsy Garden.
• Managing all aspects of the business — from daily operations and staffing to stock, compliance, and financial performance.
• Bringing fresh ideas and driving innovation to grow the business even further.

What you bring to the table:

• A natural leader with strong people management and coaching skills.
• Commercially savvy with a proven track record of delivering results.
• A passion for cocktails, nightlife, and creating unforgettable guest experiences.
• Calm under pressure, solutions-focused, and always ready to roll up your sleeves.
• A natural communicator who’s approachable and organised.
• A flair for business and a sharp commercial mind.
• A genuine love for people, service, and having fun.

              What’s in it for you?

At The Tipsy Bird, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers, community, and the chance to be part of something truly iconic. Here’s what you can look forward to:

• A buzzing, fast-paced environment where no two days are ever the same.
• A close-knit team that feels more like family than colleagues.
• Real career progression with some of the best growth opportunities in the industry.
• Flexible shift patterns to help you balance work and life.
• A competitive, progressive salary, including a fixed TRONC distribution.
• Wage Stream access—get paid when you need it, not just on payday.
• Private medical cover after one year of service.
• Mental health support and access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
• 28 days paid holiday per year (including bank holidays).
• 25% discount at all Glendola Leisure venues.
• Annual staff events that celebrate you and your hard work.
• Opportunities to innovate and help shape the future of our business.

About Glendola Leisure Group

We’re Glendola Leisure Group—a proudly family-owned hospitality company with a passion for creating unforgettable experiences. From buzzing bars to stylish restaurants, we operate a diverse portfolio of venues across London, Glasgow, Belfast, and Edinburgh.

When you join us, you become part of a tight-knit local team backed by the strength and support of our wider group. What unites us all is a shared commitment to exceptional service, expertise in our craft, and a drive to be better every single day.

We’re looking for people who bring friendliness, a can-do attitude, and a genuine desire to become experts in what they do. If you’re ready for a role that’s as unique as you are, and want to work somewhere that feels more like coming to life than clocking in—then we want to hear from you.

Join the Team at The Tipsy Bird, Belfast

Welcome to Tipsy Bird, a vibrant and quirky bar in the heart of Belfast city centre, known for its amazing cocktails, live music, and unforgettable atmosphere. A popular destination for locals and visitors alike, it’s the perfect spot for drinks, celebrations, and big nights out. Alongside the main venue, the Tipsy Garden offers a unique outdoor space for guests to enjoy drinks, live entertainment, private functions, parties, and special occasions.

Together, they create one of Belfast’s most exciting and versatile hospitality destinations.

The Role: General Manager

As General Manager, you’ll take full ownership of The Tipsy Bird—running it as if it were your own business.

You’ll bring energy, passion, and strong leadership to every part of the operation, inspiring your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences across cocktails, live music, events, and private functions.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading and inspiring a passionate team to deliver top-tier service.
• Training, mentoring, and growing your crew like a true hospitality hero.
• Driving revenue, managing costs, and keeping those GP’s in check.
• Owning the floor—from the first hello to the last goodbye.
• Creating a lively, welcoming atmosphere across both Tipsy Bird and Tipsy Garden.
• Managing all aspects of the business — from daily operations and staffing to stock, compliance, and financial performance.
• Bringing fresh ideas and driving innovation to grow the business even further.

What you bring to the table:

• A natural leader with strong people management and coaching skills.
• Commercially savvy with a proven track record of delivering results.
• A passion for cocktails, nightlife, and creating unforgettable guest experiences.
• Calm under pressure, solutions-focused, and always ready to roll up your sleeves.
• A natural communicator who’s approachable and organised.
• A flair for business and a sharp commercial mind.
• A genuine love for people, service, and having fun.

              What’s in it for you?

At The Tipsy Bird, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers, community, and the chance to be part of something truly iconic. Here’s what you can look forward to:

• A buzzing, fast-paced environment where no two days are ever the same.
• A close-knit team that feels more like family than colleagues.
• Real career progression with some of the best growth opportunities in the industry.
• Flexible shift patterns to help you balance work and life.
• A competitive, progressive salary, including a fixed TRONC distribution.
• Wage Stream access—get paid when you need it, not just on payday.
• Private medical cover after one year of service.
• Mental health support and access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
• 28 days paid holiday per year (including bank holidays).
• 25% discount at all Glendola Leisure venues.
• Annual staff events that celebrate you and your hard work.
• Opportunities to innovate and help shape the future of our business.

About Glendola Leisure Group

We’re Glendola Leisure Group—a proudly family-owned hospitality company with a passion for creating unforgettable experiences. From buzzing bars to stylish restaurants, we operate a diverse portfolio of venues across London, Glasgow, Belfast, and Edinburgh.

When you join us, you become part of a tight-knit local team backed by the strength and support of our wider group. What unites us all is a shared commitment to exceptional service, expertise in our craft, and a drive to be better every single day.

We’re looking for people who bring friendliness, a can-do attitude, and a genuine desire to become experts in what they do. If you’re ready for a role that’s as unique as you are, and want to work somewhere that feels more like coming to life than clocking in—then we want to hear from you.