The Chancery Rosewood, is redefining luxury in Mayfair, housed in the former U.S. Embassy and reimagined by Sir David Chipperfield. With 144 suites by Joseph Dirand and a collection of dynamic dining and bar spaces, it’s a place where experiences are curated, conversations flow, and every detail matters.
As an Assistant Bar Manager, you are a key member of our bar leadership team — combining the craft and energy of an exceptional bartender with the operational discipline and people leadership of a manager. This is more than an operational role; it is about Relationship Hospitality: reading the room, anticipating needs, and delivering moments of genuine connection with every interaction. If you take pride in flawless execution, thrive in a dynamic environment, and are driven by the joy of leading a team and making people feel truly looked after, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and inspire the bar team on the floor, ensuring every guest interaction reflects Rosewood's warmth, personality, and genuine hospitality.
- Coach, develop, and support your associates day to day, providing feedback and guidance that helps every team member grow in confidence and craft.
- Oversee drink standards, service flow, and presentation, maintaining an active, attentive presence throughout every service.
- Support the recruitment, onboarding, and training of new team members, ensuring every associate is set up for success from day one.
- Manage stock ordering, inventory, and storage with accuracy and commercial awareness, upholding all responsible alcohol service guidelines.
- Take full duty management responsibility for the day-to-day running of the bar, supporting the Bar Manager and Director of Bars with sound judgement and calm authority.
- Contribute to the creative development of the beverage programme, collaborating on seasonal menus, signature cocktails, and new initiatives.
- Navigate the pace and pressure of live service with composure, adapting seamlessly to evolving menus, guest needs, and business demands.
About You
- Connection — You build strong, genuine relationships with guests and team members alike, creating an environment where associates feel supported and guests feel truly cared for.
- Guest-Centricity — You have an unwavering eye for detail, ensuring every drink, interaction, and moment of service reflects the standard our guests expect and remember.
- Influencing — You lead by example, communicating with clarity and confidence whether training your team, resolving a guest concern, or reinforcing brand standards under pressure.
- Integrity — You manage with honesty, accuracy, and calm authority, taking full ownership of the bar's performance, compliance, and standards on every shift.
- Drive — You bring genuine ambition and energy to the role, continuously raising standards for the guest experience and team performance without needing to be asked.
- Adaptability — You stay composed and solutions-focused as menus, priorities, and demands evolve, bringing your team with you through every change.
What we can offer you
- 12 complimentary room nights across The Rosewood Hotel portfolio (friends & family rates also available)
- Discounts on Food & Beverage
- Flexible benefits app and monthly allowance to spend on whatever you like
- Give days - A paid volunteering day of leave annually
- Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
- Birthday day off - A paid day of leave for your birthday
- Developmental & social calendars
- Life insurance
- Enhanced sick pay policy
Diversity & Inclusion
At Rosewood, we are committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging. We ensure a fair, transparent hiring process and are dedicated to creating opportunities for all, regardless of background.
About Rosewood
Rosewood Hotel Group is built on relationship hospitality—where genuine connections shape luxury experiences. Across our hotels, we push boundaries, embrace individuality, and create spaces that feel both welcoming and extraordinary.
