Bars Manager

Bars Manager

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Location: Windermere
Salary: Up to £32,000 + Excellent Tronc
Bars Manager | Luxury Hotel | Exceptional Guest Experience
Were looking for an experienced and charismatic Bars Manager to lead the bar team within a stunning luxury hotel in the heart of the Lake District.
This is more than just managing a bar operation its about creating unforgettable moments for guests. From expertly crafted cocktails and warm welcomes to a vibrant atmosphere and personalised service, youll play a key role in shaping an exceptional guest experience from start to finish.
As Bars Manager, youll be the driving force behind a stylish and welcoming venue where guests feel relaxed, valued, and eager to return. Leading from the front, youll inspire your team to deliver attentive, knowledgeable, and memorable service at every opportunity.
Were looking for someone with personality, creativity, and a genuine passion for hospitality someone who loves engaging with guests, building team culture, and creating an experience that stands out.
The Role
As Bars Manager, you will:
Lead and inspire the bar team to deliver warm, engaging, and memorable guest experiences
Be highly visible on the floor, interacting with guests and ensuring exceptional service standards at all times
Create a welcoming atmosphere where every guest feels valued and looked after
Drive high standards across service, presentation, and product quality
Train and mentor the team in cocktails, wines, spirits, and premium customer service
Encourage the team to confidently recommend drinks and enhance the guest journey
Manage the day-to-day running of the bar operation, ensuring smooth and efficient service
Oversee stock control, ordering, GP management, and minimising wastage
Manage rotas, staffing levels, and team performance
Recruit, coach, and develop a motivated and passionate team culture
About You
Were looking for a natural host with a passion for people and hospitality. xwzovoh
You will ideally have:
Previous experience in a Bar Manager or senior supervisory role within a quality hospitality environment
Strong cocktail, wine, and premium spirits knowledge
A genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service
A warm, engaging, and approachable personality
The ability to lead by example and motivate a team to consistently exceed guest expectations
Excellent communication and organisational skills
A hands-on, energetic, and positive approach
The ability to create a fun, professional, and guest-focused atmosphere
Whats in it for You?
In return, youll join a fantastic hospitality group that values its people and offers excellent opportunities for development and progression. Benefits include:
Competitive salary plus Excellent tronc/tips
28 days annual leave
Generous employee discounts
Life assurance
Bespoke training and development programmes
Excellent career progression opportunities
A supportive, engaging, and people-focused working environment
If youre passionate about hospitality, love creating memorable guest experiences, and enjoy leading a team in a vibrant luxury setting, wed love to hear from you.