Bar Manager

Are you an experienced Bar Manager with a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences? We are seeking a talented and knowledgeable Bar Manager to join our new opening, The Horses.

Opening in September 2026, The Horses will bring a fresh hospitality offering to Farringdon. Set within a building that has long been part of the local community, the venue will combine a pub atmosphere with exceptional dining, quality drinks, and attentive service across multiple floors.

We are building a team that prides itself on delivering authentic hospitality, who are collaborative and create a genuinely warm, welcoming environment for every guest. This is an opportunity to join a new opening and help shape the venue from day one, becoming part of a business that values quality, teamwork, and a shared passion for great service.

• Salary - Base salary £40,000 per annum + service charge (Circa £12,000 per annum)

What's in it for you as a Bar Manager

• 50% off food and drink in our pubs for a table of up to 4 people.
• Every penny of service charge goes to the people who work in our restaurants, including our kitchen team. Access your tips weekly in your digital tip jar.
• Access to Benefits platform with hundreds of discounts on shopping, gym memberships, holidays, bars, restaurants + more.
• 24/7 Health and Wellbeing support, access support lines anytime for your mental, physical and financial health.
• Celebrate your 1-year work anniversary with an overnight stay in the Cotswolds, on us!
• Access to Stream, A financial wellbeing platform, helping you manage, save and access up to 50% of your earnings in advance of payday.
• Earn more with our employee referral scheme.
• Delicious staff meals on shift.
• Career progression opportunities, on going training to develop yourself personally and professionally.

What you'll be doing a Bar Manager

• Manage the bar, oversee daily bar operations on all 4 floors, ensuring smooth service at pace, whilst maintaining high standards.
• Inspire and manager a team of bartenders, ensuring they deliver excellent customer service and maintain a positive work environment.
• Develop and maintain an exciting drink menu, create a welcoming atmosphere and memorable experiences for our guests.
• Monitor stock levels, keep track of stock usage and place orders when required.
• Mentor and train bar staff to improve their skills and provide them with opportunities to grown within the company.
• Work closely with the management team to implement new ideas that enhance the guest experience and drive business growth.

About you, our new Bar Manager

• Proven experience as a bar manager in a high-end high-volume venue.
• Advantageous if you have previous experience in fine dining or high end restaurants
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, manage and develop a diverse team.
• Positive and friendly attitude, with a willingness to work collaboratively with the team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make decisions under pressure.
• A passion for delivering exceptional customer service and creating a positive experience for guests.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.