Bars Manager

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Burton upon Trent
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£43,000 / year
CATEGORY
Hospitality & Catering
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Leadership Customer Service Stock Control Budgeting Team Development Beverage Knowledge Health & Safety Compliance Organisational Skills

FULL DESCRIPTION

Bars Manager

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Location: [Employer hidden], Staffordshire

Salary: £43,000 / Year

Full-time, On-site

Mid-Senior level

About the Role

Are you an experienced hospitality leader with a passion for delivering excellence? We are seeking a dynamic and driven Bars Manager to lead and inspire our bars team at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

As Bars Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of all our bars — including the Long Gallery Bar, Joynes Suite Bar, Event Bars, and outdoor bars ensuring the highest standards of service, presentation, and guest satisfaction. You will take ownership of performance, budgets, staff development, and service delivery, while setting the tone for a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.

This is an exciting opportunity to make your mark in a prestigious luxury resort, managing a dedicated team and helping us continue to deliver exceptional experiences to our guests.

About Us

Nestled in the heart of Staffordshire, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a stunning luxury spa resort that combines the grandeur of a stately home with indulgent spa treatments, exquisite dining, and unrivalled guest experiences. Our award-winning facilities are complemented by our passionate team, who are dedicated to creating unforgettable moments for every guest.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the bars team, ensuring exceptional service and hospitality at all times
  • Oversee the operational management of all bar areas, including stock control, beverage quality, and guest satisfaction
  • Drive profitability through sales analysis, budgeting, and achieving financial targets
  • Implement and maintain high standards across beverage preparation, service delivery, and health & safety compliance
  • Recruit, train, and develop staff, fostering a culture of motivation, teamwork, and progression
  • Monitor guest feedback and take proactive steps to exceed expectations
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, licensing laws, and health and safety regulations
  • Create and implement new initiatives to enhance the bar experience and maximise revenue

What We’re Looking For

Essentials

  • Proven experience in a supervisory or managerial role within hospitality, ideally in bars or food & beverage
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop a team
  • Excellent organisational and financial management abilities
  • A genuine passion for hospitality and delivering memorable guest experiences
  • Ability to remain calm and effective in a fast-paced environment
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays as required

Desirables

  • Previous experience managing multiple outlets or high-volume operations
  • Strong product knowledge of wines, spirits, and cocktails
  • Experience designing and implementing beverage menus
  • Relevant Food Safety, Licensing, or Health & Safety training

Shift Patterns

  • 5 days out of 7
  • 45 hours per week
  • Late shifts and weekend working along with flexibility will be required due to the nature of the role

What We Offer

  • Work in a picturesque, historic estate with a focus on luxury and high standards in hospitality
  • Complimentary Spa Day on work anniversaries at any of our company spas
  • Free meal provided daily through our staff canteen
  • Complimentary use of leisure and spa facilities
  • Access to the Employee Assistance Program
  • 30% discount on overnight stays and spa days
  • Discounts on food, drink and retail across our venues
  • Pension scheme
  • Free Parking
  • Refer-a-Friend scheme
  • Excellent Induction and training programme
  • Perkbox Online benefits and discounts
  • On-line Doctor support (appointments/prescriptions)
  • A fun, supportive and inclusive work environment with loads of development opportunities

Join Our Family

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we don’t just hire people, we welcome them into our family. We support and nurture our team, giving you the training, tools, and opportunities to grow and succeed.

People often say you can’t choose your family but here, we choose you to be part of ours!

Bars Manager - Full Time - 2 Years Experience - £43,000 / Year

Skills: Flexibility, Time Management, Leadership, Customer Service, Attention to Detail, Excellent Organisation

Apply at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Address: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Spa Hotel, Maker Lane, Hoar Cross, Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 8QS, United Kingdom

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