New Openings Bar Manager

Job Description

At [Employer hidden], we are more than just a hospitality group – we are a community. With 22 vibrant venues (and growing) across Scotland, we deliver incredible food, great drinks, and unforgettable experiences in neighbourhood venues people love.

From stylish cocktail bars and late-night venues to high-energy restaurants and our growing estate of venues with rooms, our bar offering is at the heart of the [Employer hidden] experience.

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a New Openings Bar Manager to play a key role in bringing new venues to life, leading bar teams from the ground up and setting the standard for drinks, service and atmosphere from day one.

The Buzz

• Flexible working – shifts that work around your life
• Training & Development – we support your journey
• Stream App – access your wages before payday
• Top 100 Best Companies to Work For
• 40% staff discount across all [Employer hidden] venues
• Internal progression opportunities – we promote from within
• Extra holidays after 1, 3, and 5 years’ service
• Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance, wellness hub, discounted gym

The Works

As a New Openings Bar Manager, you will take ownership of the bar operation across new venue launches, ensuring every detail is set up for success , from stock and systems to training and service delivery.

Working as part of the openings team, you’ll lead from the front to create energy, theatre and a strong bar culture, building confident teams that deliver exceptional guest experiences from day one.

This is a fast-paced, hands-on role where no two openings are the same, ideal for someone who thrives on variety, pace and making an impact.

In this role, you’ll:

• Take ownership of bar set ups during pre-opening, ensuring readiness across product, systems and service
• Lead and deliver structured bar training, including cocktails, service style and product knowledge
• Build, coach and develop bar teams to deliver confident, consistent performance
• Drive sales and performance through strong bar leadership and commercial awareness
• Manage stock, ordering and controls to deliver against GP and operational targets
• Create atmosphere, energy and theatre behind the bar and across the venue
• Maintain high standards in quality, service, safety and compliance
• Adapt quickly across different venues, teams and operational challenges
• Support newly acquired venues, helping stabilise bar operations and introduce [Employer hidden] standards
• Embed bar standards and team capability post-opening to ensure long-term success

You Are

• An experienced Bar Manager or senior bar leader within a high-volume environment
• Confident in cocktails, drinks service and leading from the front
• A natural trainer and coach who builds strong, capable teams
• Commercially aware, with experience managing stock, GP and performance
• Adaptable, organised and thrives in fast-paced, changing environments
• Calm under pressure, with strong problem-solving skills
• Hands-on, energetic and passionate about delivering great hospitality

A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential for this role

This is a unique opportunity to be part of [Employer hidden]’ growth, shaping new venues and building bar teams that deliver exceptional drinks and unforgettable experiences across Scotland.

[Employer hidden] is an equal opportunity employer. We believe a diverse, empowered team is the key to achieving our aim:

To make people feel great through hospitality