Assistant Bar Manager
Posted 1 day 12 hours ago by Hawksmoor Guildhall
As Assistant Bar Manager, you'll support the Bar Manager in leading the bar team and ensuring every drink and every service lives up to Hawksmoor standards. You'll combine creativity and leadership with a deep understanding of guest experience, working with the team to deliver an exceptional bar operation that's full of energy, precision and warmth.
What You'll Do- Support the Bar Manager with day-to-day leadership of the bar team
- Lead shifts confidently, ensuring drinks quality, service and speed meet Hawksmoor standards
- Help train and develop bartenders and barbacks through coaching and tastings
- Manage stock, ordering, and waste to maintain excellent cost control
- Be a visible, hands on leader on the floor and behind the bar
- Deputise for the Bar Manager when needed, keeping service smooth and consistent
- Experienced as an Assistant Bar Manager, Supervisor or strong Head Bartender in a quality, cocktail led venue
- Passionate about cocktails, wines, spirits and creating memorable guest experiences
- A supportive leader who develops and motivates their team
- Organised, energetic and confident under pressure
- Ambitious and ready to progress towards a Bar Manager role
- Welcome Everyone - we are warm, welcoming and help everyone feel comfortable being themselves
- Work Hard and Be Nice to People - we balance hard work and ambition with integrity, kindness and fun
- Hit Hawksmoor Standards - we all take accountability for the part we play
- Keep Evolving - we continue to develop through listening, learning, feedback and new ideas
- Tronc paid for every hour you work, including holidays and breaks
- Free team meals on shift
- 50% off food at Hawksmoor for you and your loved ones
- Income protection and death in service cover
- Paid annual volunteer days
- Early wage access and financial wellbeing tools
- Referral bonuses from day one
- Exclusive savings on travel, shopping and experiences
- Restaurant welfare budget for snacks, drinks and support
- Full training and development with clear progression opportunities
We're building a team that reflects the richness and diversity of the communities we serve. At Hawksmoor, we welcome everyone and believe in creating a workplace where individuality is celebrated, kindness is key and high standards are met together. If this role excites you but you don't meet every requirement, please apply anyway. You might be exactly who we're looking for.