Assistant Bar Manager Wanted – Join an Iconic Venue on the River Thames!
Do you Fancy working in one of London’s most renowned artistic venues, right on the banks of the River Thames? Swan at Shakespeare’s Globe is a dynamic and vibrant hospitality company located on Bankside, offering a diverse range of services, including a bustling brasserie, stylish bar, high-profile events, coffee shop, and outdoor bar.
We are looking for an experienced, passionate and enthusiastic Bar Assistant Manager to work in our bar which has a popular food offering. The bar operates all day, serving modern British cuisine; from morning breakfasts to evening cocktails and everything in between.
We are looking for a Bar Assistant Manager who has:
- Enjoys managing large teams
- Able to manage multiple areas like the bar, 2 terraces and the bar floor with diners
- Managing stocks and achieving budget
- Preparing rotas
- Identifying areas of improvement and setting up the necessary training to achieve them
- A passion for meeting people and interacting with the public
- Excellent food and beverage knowledge
- A keen eye for detail
- Enthusiasm and motivation
- Great communication skills
- A strong background in hospitality
- Keen to support and mentor junior team members
Why work for us as an AM?
- Free meals on shift
- Generous 50% discounts in our bar, restaurant and outlets
- Training and development programmes
- A lively working environment
- Cycle Scheme
- Private GP access
- Referral bonuses (up to £500)
- Wagestream access
- WSET trainings available
Key Responsibilities:
- Contribute to Swan’s long-term strategy, seasonal planning, and uphold our culture and values
- Oversee the financial performance of the bar, optimising operations to achieve revenue goals
- Innovate and develop bar offerings in collaboration with the General Manager
- Recruit, train, and manage a high-performing team
- Work closely with Sales and Marketing to drive department growth
- Build and maintain strong relationships with the Globe team to enhance operations
The position is full time, permanent and available immediately. Right to work in the UK is required, evening and weekend work is an essential part of the job.
Our commitment is to our people and we offer ongoing training and development opportunities to support and help you to grow with us.
If you are interested in joining our fantastic team as Assistant Manager, please send through your CV and a brief cover letter. We look forward to meeting you!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £17.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Experience:
- Bar management: 2 years (preferred)
- Hospitality: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
