Interested in this role You can find all the relevant information in the description below.
£30,000 per annum + annual performance bonus
40 hours per week
5 days out of 7
Mixed day, evening and late-night shifts
About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic and driven Bar Manager to lead operations within a high-volume, fast-paced live events venue in Liverpool.
This is an exciting opportunity for a confident, hands-on leader with a strong presence and a passion for nightlife and hospitality. You will thrive in high-energy environments, bring personality to your leadership style, and deliver exceptional service standards at every event.
You will take ownership of the bar operation, managing and developing a large team while ensuring smooth delivery across a busy and varied events calendar.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Operations
Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing team of 1520 staff per shift (up to 50 overall)
Plan and manage staff rotas to ensure effective coverage
Maintain outstanding service standards in high-pressure environments
Oversee the smooth day-to-day running of bar operations
Stock & Financial Management
Carry out regular stock takes and maintain strict stock control
Manage supplier relationships and place orders efficiently
Monitor and drive GP performance
Support menu development and product offering
Event Delivery
Oversee event set-up and ensure readiness ahead of opening
Brief teams and allocate roles for each event
Liaise with production teams, tour managers and external stakeholders
Manage bar service throughout events, resolving customer queries professionally
Ensure green rooms and rider requirements are delivered
Work alongside security teams to manage ingress and egress
Respond effectively to incidents, ensuring safety and compliance at all times
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
A confident and engaging leader with strong interpersonal skills
Highly organised with excellent time management
Comfortable working under pressure and making quick, informed decisions
Commercially aware, with a solid understanding of GP and cost control
Proactive, hands-on and solution-focused
Flexible and adaptable to a fast-paced events environment
Skills & Experience
Proven experience in bar management
Background in high-volume nightlife, entertainment or events venues
Strong xwzovoh communication and IT skills
Experience working with suppliers is advantageous
Knowledge of GP and cost management is beneficial
Working Hours
40 hours per week across a flexible rota
Mixture of daytime, evening and late-night shifts
Weekend availability is essential due to event schedules
What We Offer
Competitive salary of £30,000 per year
Discretionary annual performance bonus
Company pension scheme
Staff socials and team events
Employee discounts
Free on-site parking
Opportunity to join a growing business and play a key role in an exciting live events venue
Apply Now
If you are ready to take the next step in your hospitality career and make your mark in a thriving live events environment, we would love to hear from you.
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Bar Manager Liverpool
Interested in this role You can find all the relevant information in the description below.£30,000 per annum + annual performance bonus40 hours per week5 days out of 7Mixed day, evening and late-night shiftsAbout the RoleWe are seeking a dynamic and driven Bar Manager to lead operations within a high-volume, fast-paced live events venue in Liverpool.This is an exciting opportunity for a confident, hands-on leader with a strong presence and a passion for nightlife and hospitality. You will thrive in high-energy environments, bring personality to your leadership style, and deliver exceptional service standards at every event.You will take ownership of the bar operation, managing and developing a large team while ensuring smooth delivery across a busy and varied events calendar.
Key ResponsibilitiesTeam Leadership & OperationsLead, motivate and develop a high-performing team of 1520 staff per shift (up to 50 overall)Plan and manage staff rotas to ensure effective coverageMaintain outstanding service standards in high-pressure environmentsOversee the smooth day-to-day running of bar operationsStock & Financial ManagementCarry out regular stock takes and maintain strict stock controlManage supplier relationships and place orders efficientlyMonitor and drive GP performanceSupport menu development and product offeringEvent DeliveryOversee event set-up and ensure readiness ahead of openingBrief teams and allocate roles for each eventLiaise with production teams, tour managers and external stakeholdersManage bar service throughout events, resolving customer queries professionallyEnsure green rooms and rider requirements are deliveredWork alongside security teams to manage ingress and egressRespond effectively to incidents, ensuring safety and compliance at all times
About YouWe are looking for someone who is:A confident and engaging leader with strong interpersonal skillsHighly organised with excellent time managementComfortable working under pressure and making quick, informed decisionsCommercially aware, with a solid understanding of GP and cost controlProactive, hands-on and solution-focusedFlexible and adaptable to a fast-paced events environment
Skills & ExperienceProven experience in bar managementBackground in high-volume nightlife, entertainment or events venuesStrong xwzovoh communication and IT skillsExperience working with suppliers is advantageousKnowledge of GP and cost management is beneficial
Working Hours40 hours per week across a flexible rotaMixture of daytime, evening and late-night shiftsWeekend availability is essential due to event schedules
What We OfferCompetitive salary of £30,000 per yearDiscretionary annual performance bonusCompany pension schemeStaff socials and team eventsEmployee discountsFree on-site parkingOpportunity to join a growing business and play a key role in an exciting live events venue
Apply NowIf you are ready to take the next step in your hospitality career and make your mark in a thriving live events environment, we would love to hear from you.
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