Bar Manager

About the role

House of Louie, part of Ennismore Restaurants Limited, is a four-storey West End townhouse combining dining, nightlife and style, home to a Japanese restaurant, a French restaurant and the Alligator Bar. It is looking for an experienced and inspiring Bar Manager to lead bar operations, taking ownership of day-to-day standards in service, drinks, team development and guest experience.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the bar's day-to-day operations and ensure consistent, high standards across service, drinks, team development and guest experience
• Motivate and support the team, maintaining creativity behind the bar and bringing energy to every shift
• Manage operations, develop talent and drive excellence

Required profile

• Proven management or supervisory experience in a premium bar, luxury hotel, high-quality restaurant or lifestyle operation
• Strong people skills and proven ability to lead, motivate and develop diverse teams in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated experience in P&L management, stock control and financial accountability
• Knowledge of health, safety and licensing compliance requirements
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and decision-making under pressure

Required skills

• Excellent cocktail, spirits and beverage knowledge
• Proficiency in bar management systems and point-of-sale technology
• Resilience and flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances
• Desirable: formal hospitality management training, staff induction and training programme experience, beverage trend and mixology knowledge, budget forecasting and UK venue licensing familiarity

What we offer

• Employee discount on food and beverage
• Awards and incentives
• Career growth and training and development opportunities within Ennismore Restaurants Limited
• Meals on duty
• Pension contribution
• Friendly, supportive and inclusive working environment