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Bar Manager
Haymarket Hotel - Food and Beverage
Bar Manager
Haymarket Hotel - Food and Beverage
Full Time
2
Years
Experience
To be discussed
Bar Manager
Haymarket Hotel - Food and Beverage
Full Time
2
Years
Experience
To be discussed
Skills
Fast-Paced Experience
Leadership
Management
Advanced Knowledge of Wines
Advanced Beers/Spirits Knowledge
Description
Firmdale Hotels is renowned for our beautifully designed boutique hotels, exceptional service, and a commitment to creating unforgettable experiences for our guests. At the heart of our success is a team that shares our passion for hospitality and excellence. We are excited to invite a talented and enthusiastic Bar Manager to join our distinguished Haymarket Hotel.
At Firmdale Hotels, we believe in nurturing talent and fostering a collaborative environment. Our properties are not just places to stay but destinations in themselves, each offering a unique blend of luxury and comfort. As part of our team, you'll be working in a supportive and inspiring environment where your creativity and expertise can shine.
As the Bar Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the daily operations of our hotel bar, ensuring that every guest experiences the exceptional service and ambiance that Firmdale Hotels is known for. You will collaborate with senior management and your team to maintain the highest standards of service and exceed our guests' expectations consistently.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the bar, ensuring smooth and efficient service.
- Develop and maintain strong, professional relationships with guests, providing inspirational service at all times.
- Handle customer complaints with confidence, finding effective solutions promptly.
- Innovate and create new cocktail and drink offerings that align with our brand's high standards.
- Ensure compliance with all licensing regulations and maintain accurate measurements.
- Collaborate with the Food and Beverage Manager to deliver a seamless and high-quality service.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the bar team, fostering a positive and motivating work environment.
What you Need:
- Proven experience as a Bar Manager or an Assistant Bar Manager in a fast-paced, luxury venue.
- A genuine passion for Food and Beverage, with extensive knowledge of beverages, quality products, and ingredients.
- Ability to enhance and expand our existing menu creatively.
- Impeccable personal presentation and strong communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience in managing and developing a team, with a talent for training and leadership.
- Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring the delivery of inspirational service to all guests.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary plus service charge to be discussed at venue.
- Access to Wagestream our financial wellbeing app. Stream your accrued earnings before pay day, benefit from everyday savings and real time financial coaching.
- Health cash plan (including contributions towards dental, optical, alternative and complementary therapies)
- Discounted cinema tickets, gym membership, travel, retailers and restaurants
- Complimentary meals on shift
- Referral bonus scheme for recommending top talent
- Flexible scheduling without split shifts
- Dry cleaning service for work attire and discounted personal dry cleaning
- Enhanced holiday allowance based on length of service
- Season ticket loan for convenient commuting
- Ongoing training, professional development, and fully funded English lessons
- Regular social events, team activities, and fitness sessions
- Benefits like cycle to work scheme and annual long service awards
- One allocated paid day per year for volunteering work
- Exclusive discounts at Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts, and product perks
- And much more!!
Why join Firmdale Hotels?
Firmdale Hotels is an international, award winning group of 11 luxury hotels and 10 bars and restaurants in London and New York. World renowned for their unique interiors and exceptional service, the hotels are trailblazers in hospitality and design.
We are delighted to have been recognised by the hospitality and travel industries for the great work our teams have achieved. To name a few of our recent awards and accolades:
- Proud winners of The Times Best Places to Work for both 2024 and 2025
- The Kings Award for Enterprise 2024 for outstanding contribution to International Trade
- Manager of the Year – Helle Jensen – Cateys 2024
- Food & Beverage Manager of the Year - Pedro Paulo - Hotel Cateys 2024
- Hotel Chef of the Year Finalist - Jamie Atkinson - Hotel Cateys 2024
- Haymarket Hotel & The Soho Hotel – One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence and AA Breakfast Award 2025
- Covent Garden Hotel – One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence 2025
- Dorset Square Hotel – AA Breakfast Award 2025
- Ham Yard Hotel, Covent Garden Hotel and Haymarket Hotel – Two Michelin Keys 2024
- Charlotte Street Hotel, The Soho Hotel, Knightsbridge Hotel and Number Sixteen Hotel – One Michelin Key 2024
- Ham Yard Hotel - two AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence, Ham Yard Bar & Restaurant, 2024 as well as an AA Breakfast Award
- Dorset Square Hotel – One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence, The Potting Shed, 2024
- Warren Street Hotel - Travel & Leisure ‘IT List’ best hotels in the world
- Whitby Hotel, Crosby Street and Warren Street - Michelin keys
- Number Sixteen - Best Boutique Hotels in London, The Times, 2024.
You can see a full list of our awards and accolades here: https://www.firmdalehotels.com/b/awards-accolades/
If you are enthusiastic about hospitality and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you. Join us at Haymarket Hotel and take the next step in your hospitality career with Firmdale Hotels.
Firmdale Hotels welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive workplace. Please let us know if you need adjustments during the recruitment process.
In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at interview stage.
Firmdale Hotels is renowned for our beautifully designed boutique hotels, exceptional service, and a commitment to creating unforgettable experiences for our guests. At the heart of our success is a team that shares our passion for hospitality and excellence. We are excited to invite a talented and enthusiastic Bar Manager to join our distinguished Haymarket Hotel.
At Firmdale Hotels, we believe in nurturing talent and fostering a collaborative environment. Our properties are not just places to stay but destinations in themselves, each offering a unique blend of luxury and comfort. As part of our team, you'll be working in a supportive and inspiring environment where your creativity and expertise can shine.
As the Bar Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the daily operations of our hotel bar, ensuring that every guest experiences the exceptional service and ambiance that Firmdale Hotels is known for. You will collaborate with senior management and your team to maintain the highest standards of service and exceed our guests' expectations consistently.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the bar, ensuring smooth and efficient service.
- Develop and maintain strong, professional relationships with guests, providing inspirational service at all times.
- Handle customer complaints with confidence, finding effective solutions promptly.
- Innovate and create new cocktail and drink offerings that align with our brand's high standards.
- Ensure compliance with all licensing regulations and maintain accurate measurements.
- Collaborate with the Food and Beverage Manager to deliver a seamless and high-quality service.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the bar team, fostering a positive and motivating work environment.
What you Need:
- Proven experience as a Bar Manager or an Assistant Bar Manager in a fast-paced, luxury venue.
- A genuine passion for Food and Beverage, with extensive knowledge of beverages, quality products, and ingredients.
- Ability to enhance and expand our existing menu creatively.
- Impeccable personal presentation and strong communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience in managing and developing a team, with a talent for training and leadership.
- Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring the delivery of inspirational service to all guests.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary plus service charge to be discussed at venue.
- Access to Wagestream our financial wellbeing app. Stream your accrued earnings before pay day, benefit from everyday savings and real time financial coaching.
- Health cash plan (including contributions towards dental, optical, alternative and complementary therapies)
- Discounted cinema tickets, gym membership, travel, retailers and restaurants
- Complimentary meals on shift
- Referral bonus scheme for recommending top talent
- Flexible scheduling without split shifts
- Dry cleaning service for work attire and discounted personal dry cleaning
- Enhanced holiday allowance based on length of service
- Season ticket loan for convenient commuting
- Ongoing training, professional development, and fully funded English lessons
- Regular social events, team activities, and fitness sessions
- Benefits like cycle to work scheme and annual long service awards
- One allocated paid day per year for volunteering work
- Exclusive discounts at Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts, and product perks
- And much more!!
Why join Firmdale Hotels?
Firmdale Hotels is an international, award winning group of 11 luxury hotels and 10 bars and restaurants in London and New York. World renowned for their unique interiors and exceptional service, the hotels are trailblazers in hospitality and design.
We are delighted to have been recognised by the hospitality and travel industries for the great work our teams have achieved. To name a few of our recent awards and accolades:
- Proud winners of The Times Best Places to Work for both 2024 and 2025
- The Kings Award for Enterprise 2024 for outstanding contribution to International Trade
- Manager of the Year – Helle Jensen – Cateys 2024
- Food & Beverage Manager of the Year - Pedro Paulo - Hotel Cateys 2024
- Hotel Chef of the Year Finalist - Jamie Atkinson - Hotel Cateys 2024
- Haymarket Hotel & The Soho Hotel – One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence and AA Breakfast Award 2025
- Covent Garden Hotel – One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence 2025
- Dorset Square Hotel – AA Breakfast Award 2025
- Ham Yard Hotel, Covent Garden Hotel and Haymarket Hotel – Two Michelin Keys 2024
- Charlotte Street Hotel, The Soho Hotel, Knightsbridge Hotel and Number Sixteen Hotel – One Michelin Key 2024
- Ham Yard Hotel - two AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence, Ham Yard Bar & Restaurant, 2024 as well as an AA Breakfast Award
- Dorset Square Hotel – One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence, The Potting Shed, 2024
- Warren Street Hotel - Travel & Leisure ‘IT List’ best hotels in the world
- Whitby Hotel, Crosby Street and Warren Street - Michelin keys
- Number Sixteen - Best Boutique Hotels in London, The Times, 2024.
You can see a full list of our awards and accolades here: https://www.firmdalehotels.com/b/awards-accolades/
If you are enthusiastic about hospitality and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you. Join us at Haymarket Hotel and take the next step in your hospitality career with Firmdale Hotels.
Firmdale Hotels welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive workplace. Please let us know if you need adjustments during the recruitment process.
In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at interview stage.
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Bar Manager
Full Time
2
Years
Experience
To be discussed
Skills
Fast-Paced Experience
Leadership
Management
Advanced Knowledge of Wines
Advanced Beers/Spirits Knowledge
1 Suffolk Pl, London SW1Y 4HX, UK