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We are a young, innovative brand redefining the hospitality industry with our unique concept - bars and restaurants styled as a fictional flat share. Our venues are designed to be welcoming, inviting, and unpretentious, with a creative and quirky approach that never feels forced. At the heart of our ethos is a family-like culture, where care, respect, and fun are paramount. We believe in community spirit, where every action impacts the group.
The Bar Manager position is integral to the success of the site the beating heart of the venue. As Bar Manager, you will be responsible for the operation and supervision of the bars throughout the venue.
About the role:
- Being an ambassador for The Little Door & Co and express the company values
- Having a deep understanding of our beverage offering and carry strong views on the product in particular how to keep our offering fresh, fun, colourful and interesting
- Having full ownership of every aspect of stock control - ensuring that stock taking is coordinated thoroughly and accurately reported upon in a timely fashion for all bar stock and equipment
- Being actively visible within bar areas by all staff and guests, making a special effort to engage with customers. Instilling a sense of pride and fun within your team, ensuring the brand is emanated from each team member, whilst ensuring professionalism is always key
- Holding documented appraisals with all bartenders to ensure training and growth is a key focus of the bar team
- Ensuring all company protocol is upheld, with a particular emphasis on purchasing. Ensuring all purchasing stays comfortably within agreed budgets and seeking support from AGM or GM should additional items be required
- Positively affecting the bar team to increase sales and hit wet COGS targets. Inspiring passion and enthusiasm within the department
- Ensuring the bar rota is maintained and pivoted to ensure maximum efficiency and necessary cover of business needs, management of holidays and accurate payroll preparation
- Taking full accountability for all bar procedures for opening, closing and cleaning of the bar and ensure a consistent audit trail of compliance from team members. Following the daily/weekly/monthly bar cleaning checklist
What we offer:
- Bonus scheme
- Team meals
- Spectrum Mental Health Programme: This is a dedicated support platform for our employees' mental health and well-being.
- Off-Shift Discounts: We give all our team discounts at all our venues during off-hours. Its 50% off, up to max 6 pax, for the staff members bill.
- Work Anniversary Gifts: This is our way of acknowledging everyones commitment to our family. We offer special gifts to recognise employment anniversaries.
- Team Socials and Company Events: Join our regular program of events, celebrating our team and successes. This includes company days, summer & Christmas parties, and team drinks.
