Bar & events team leader Work, Jobs in Manchester, Eng (with Salaries)

Assistant Food & Beverage Manager - Conference & Events
Manchester Hall —Manchester
- £30,420 a year
- Weekend availability
- Bar
- Sales
- Organisational skills
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1d
Freelance In-Person Event Specialist - Manchester, UK
Visit.org —Manchester
- Temporary
- Customer service
- English
- Travel
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Guest Experience Curator
Deansgate Sof Alliance Hotelco Limited —Manchester
- Hospitality
- Sales
- Hotel
- Employee discount
- Gym membership
Casual Conference and Banqueting Supervisor
Manchester Hall —Manchester
- £12.71 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Serving
- Bar
- Supervising experience
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Assistant General Manager
Wallop —Knutsford
- £31,000 - £36,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Sales
- Employee discount
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5d
Team Manager - Food - Manchester Area
Marks & Spencer —Manchester
- Full-time
- Employee discount
Bar staff / 1473 - The Bishop Blaize, Stretford
J D Wetherspoon plc —Manchester
- £12.81 an hour
- Part-time
- Bar
- No experience needed
- Hotel
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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Premium Hospitality Manager
Legends Global (Europe) —Manchester
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Organisational skills
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Team Leader
Pub & Kitchen - BRA_201 —Buxton
- Full-time
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Assistant Food and Beverage Manager
Cottons Hotel & Spa —Knutsford
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Hotel
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Food & Beverage Manager
Waterside Hotel & Leisure Club —Manchester
- £30,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Hospitality
- Microsoft Outlook
- Management
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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General Assistant & Barista
CH&CO —Stockport
- £13.45 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Team Leader
Pub & Social - BRA_202 —Frodsham
- Full-time
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Entertainment Media & Sport Sales Manager
Deansgate Sof Alliance Hotelco Limited —Manchester
- Hospitality
- Sales
- Hotel
- Employee discount
Grill Chef
Dakota Manchester Airport —Manchester
- Up to £15.56 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Cooking
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Assistant General Manager
NoHo —Manchester
- £15 - £18 an hour
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Management
- Employee discount
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Catering Assistant
CH&CO —Stockport
- £13.45 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Senior Manager - Operations - Joint International Crime Centre (JICC)
National Crime Agency —Warrington
- £67,609 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Project management
- Presentation skills
- Travel
- Annual leave
3d
GiGi's Manchester - Senior Assistant General Manager
Gusto Support Team —Manchester
- Up to £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Driving
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3d
General Manager
Britalia UK —Sale
- From £35,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Management
- Employee discount
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Assistant Food & Beverage Manager - Conference & Events

Manchester Hall
Manchester

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£30,420 a year
1 day ago

Qualifications

Sales
Upselling
Assistant manager experience
Organisational skills
Business coaching
Communication skills

Full job description

Job Purpose

The Assistant Food & Beverage Manager – Conferences & Events supports the Conference & Banqueting Manager in the delivery of exceptional corporate events, conferences, and weddings, with a strong emphasis on beverage excellence and revenue growth. This role plays a key part in driving beverage upselling strategies across bars and event service while coordinating closely with the Beverage Manager to maintain standards, training, and product knowledge.

Reporting & Team Structure

Direct Line Management: Conference & Banqueting Assistants
Operational Responsibility: Bartenders and Wine Waiters (in collaboration with the Beverage Manager)
Dotted Line Reporting: Beverage Manager for beverage standards, training, and product development

Key Responsibilities

Event Operations & Service Delivery

Support the Conference & Banqueting Manager in the planning and execution of all conferences, corporate events, and weddings
Oversee on-the-floor event operations, ensuring smooth service flow and adherence to event specifications
Act as a senior operational presence during events, leading teams and resolving issues in real time

Beverage Leadership & Upselling

Drive proactive upselling of beverage options including premium wine selections, drinks receptions, cocktail packages, and upgraded bar offerings
Coach Conference & Banqueting Assistants, Bartenders, and Wine Waiters on confident beverage recommendations and guest engagement
Ensure beverage service enhances the overall guest experience and maximizes revenue opportunities
Support tastings, client meetings, and event briefings with a strong focus on beverage storytelling and value

Team Management & Development

Line manage Conference & Banqueting Assistants, including training, scheduling, performance management, and development
Provide day-to-day leadership and operational direction to Bartenders and Wine Waiters in alignment with the Beverage Manager
Promote a culture of professionalism, product knowledge, and sales confidence across all event service teams

Collaboration with Beverage Manager

Work closely with the Beverage Manager to ensure beverage menus, pricing, and standards are effectively implemented at events
Support training initiatives related to wines, spirits, cocktails, and responsible alcohol service
Provide feedback on event performance, guest preferences, and sales trends

Financial & Commercial Focus

Support the achievement of beverage revenue targets and margin controls
Monitor stock usage, wastage, and bar setup efficiency during events
Identify opportunities to increase average spend per guest through creative beverage solutions

Guest Experience

Deliver warm, knowledgeable, and attentive service at all times
Actively engage with guests and clients to enhance satisfaction and encourage repeat business
Handle feedback and service recovery with professionalism and confidence

Health, Safety & Compliance

Ensure all beverage service complies with licensing laws, health & safety, and responsible alcohol service standards
Maintain safe, clean, and well-presented bar and service areas

Skills & Experience

Essential

Previous experience in a supervisory or assistant management role within Food & Beverage or Events
Strong knowledge of wines, spirits, cocktails, and bar operations
Proven ability to drive beverage upselling and team sales performance
Confident leader with strong communication and coaching skills
Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends

Desirable

Experience in conferences, corporate events, or wedding environments
Formal beverage or wine qualifications (e.g., WSET or equivalent)
Experience working within a structured or matrix reporting environment

Personal Attributes

Commercially minded with a passion for beverage excellence
Approachable, polished, and confident in guest-facing situations
Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills
Calm and decisive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments

Pay: £30,420.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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