Café & Bar Manager

We are looking for a passionate and driven Café Bar Manager to join our team, responsible for the operational excellence and financial success of the Light House Café/bar , and the wider food and beverage offer.

Working closely with a talented and motivated front of house team, the primary objective will be to grow Light House's reputation as a premier entertainment destination in Dublin, known for its fresh, delicious and locally sourced food menu, an excellent range of drinks from local and Irish suppliers, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere that blends quality service with a real sense of community.

Taking on responsibility for the planning, and delivery of Light House's food and beverage offer, this role is an opportunity to take a thriving social venue into the next phase of its development, realising its full potential as a unique cinema experience in the heart of Smithfield.

Purpose of the Role

To create a vibrant, welcoming and popular food and beverage space that will serve as a thriving social and community hub for people of all ages from morning until night, as well as providing and essential revenue stream for Light House.

Contract

Full-time with flexible working required (e.g. evenings, weekends, bank holidays) to effectively deliver the Light House Café/Bar operation.

Benefits

• Staff concessions are offered alongside Light House salary and holiday provisions.

Reporting to

General Manager

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Bar Manager, Restaurant Manager or Food and Beverage Manager
• Confidence in improving and reporting on financial and operational performance
• Ambitious, imaginative and commercially astute
• An understanding of what makes Light House unique

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on planning, operations and financial management of Light House Café and Bar
• Deliver an imaginative and creative offer based on local products and local suppliers
• Manage stock control, ordering, wastage and labour costs
• Develop relationships with key suppliers
• Work collaboratively with Front of House manager on rostering, training, and staff management
• Support the events team to deliver food and beverage requirements for industry and corporate hires
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, HACCP and restaurant operating procedures