Assistant Bar Manager

5 days out of 7 37.5 hours per week Including regular evenings and weekends.

Full Time

Roseburn St, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH12 5PJ

Temporary Bar Manager (Maternity Cover) - deliver exceptional bar service and unforgettable experiences across every event until the end of July.

• Deliver seamless bar operations across match days, conferences, exhibitions, and special events
• Lead, brief, and coordinate bar teams, ensuring high standards of service, presentation, and performance
• Manage bar stock, ordering, and controls to stay within budget while maintaining quality
• Oversee cash handling procedures, including till operations and reconciliation
• Ensure all staff are correctly uniformed and fully briefed before events
• Conduct health & safety briefings and ensure full compliance with company and legal standards
• Work closely with the Operations team and Conference & Meetings team to support event delivery
• Support recruitment, training, and ongoing development of the hospitality bar team
• Assist with staffing levels and labour cost control in line with business needs
• Collaborate with Sales teams to support event planning and ensure bar logistics are effectively delivered

Working pattern: 5 days out of 7 37.5 hours per week Including regular evenings and weekends
Contract: Temporary maternity cover until the end of July
Job ID: 6091

• Proven experience in bar management or senior bar operations within a hospitality or events environment
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop high performing teams
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple events at once
• Confident communicator, able to build relationships with clients, colleagues, and suppliers
• A proactive, hands on approach with the ability to thrive in a fast paced environment
• Solid understanding of health & safety and licensing regulations
• A collaborative mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Enthusiasm, drive, and a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences
• Experience in large scale or multi purpose venues
• Background in event catering or hospitality coordination
• Budget and cost control experience

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn't run on a 9 5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
• Leave for life's important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!