Assistant Bar Manager - Soho Farmhouse

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The Role...
At Soho House, the   Assistant Bar Manager supports the Bar Manager in leading the day-to-day operations of the club's bar areas, delivering a premium beverage service that complements the overall member experience. You will ensure the bar is compliant with all licensing, health and safety, and hygiene regulations while supporting the commercial and creative goals of the business.
What's in it for you?
Weekly Pay
Team meal whilst on shift prepared by our chefs
Every House Membership
50% off Food Drink, 7 days a week
Staff Room Rate; Any Bedroom, Any House, $100 a night
Private Health and Dental Care
Life Assurance
Day off on your birthday
Up to 50% Staff Discount on Cowshed Soho Home
In conjunction with Soho Impact, take 2 days paid a year to support a charity of your choice.
Free Counselling Sessions
Cookhouse House Tonic: Our Cookhouse House Tonic programmes offer unique food and drink trainings, events and opportunities to inspire and educate.
Continuous training to develop yourself personally and professionally
Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to
Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you're seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to enhance your career
Key duties...
Assisting in Staff Management: Support the Bar Manager in recruiting, training, and supervising bar staff. Provide guidance, feedback, and performance evaluations to ensure a high level of service and professionalism.
Operational Oversight: Assist in the day-to-day operations of the bar, including opening and closing procedures, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and maintaining cleanliness and organization in all areas.
Customer Service Excellence: Lead by example in delivering exceptional customer service. Interact with guests, handle customer inquiries or complaints promptly and effectively, and ensure that all guests have a positive experience.
Inventory Management: Assist in managing bar inventory, including ordering supplies, monitoring stock levels, and conducting regular inventory counts. Implement strategies to minimize waste and optimize inventory turnover.
Menu Development and Pricing: Collaborate with the Bar Manager and other team members to develop and update the bar menu, including selecting and pricing beverages and creating signature cocktails. Ensure that menu offerings are aligned with customer preferences and industry trends.
Financial Management: Support the Bar Manager in monitoring bar revenue, expenses, and profitability. Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and analyzing financial data to identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue growth.
Training and Development: Coordinate training sessions and ongoing education programs for bar staff to enhance their skills and knowledge of products, service standards, and safety procedures. xwzovoh
Maintaining Relationships: Cultivate positive relationships with suppliers, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure the smooth operation of the bar and access to high-quality products and services.
What we are looking for...
Minimum of 2+ years' experience in similar capacity
Thrive in fast-paced, high-volume environments and maintain calm, through quickly and effectively problem solving under pressure
Must be hospitable, approachable, passionate about customer service and respectful towards colleagues and guests
Must be able to demonstrate competency as outlined in the training schedule and Club School
Must be able to work flexible shifts and schedules, including weekends and holidays as needed
Ability to take direction, work in a team environment and autonomously