Bar Manager

Role Purpose

The Bar Manager is responsible for leading the day-to-day operation of our bar service ensuring an exceptional guest experience that reflects the standards of Park Hotel Kenmare. This role combines operational leadership luxury hospitality team development and a deep passion for premium beverages cocktails wine spirits and Irish hospitality.

Working within an ultra-luxury highly distinctive environment the Bar Manager will create a warm polished and memorable atmosphere for residents and visitors alike while maintaining the highest standards of service and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

Guest Experience and Service Excellence

• Deliver a sophisticated intuitive and consistently warm beverage service in line with five-star luxury standards.
• Ensure every guest interaction is personal professional and aligned with the style and character of Park Hotel Kenmare.
• Create an inviting bar atmosphere that encourages repeat business resident satisfaction and strong local reputation.
• Handle guest feedback promptly and professionally resolving issues with discretion and care.
• Support the wider hotel in delivering seamless service across private events dining areas and special occasions where bar service is required.

Bar Operations

• Oversee the daily operation of the bar including opening closing stock control cash handling service setup and service standards.
• Maintain impeccable cleanliness organisation and presentation across all bar areas equipment and back-of-house storage.
• Ensure all beverage menus wine lists cocktail lists and bar offerings are presented accurately and kept up to date.
• Manage bar service flow during busy periods balancing efficiency with elegance and attention to detail.
• Work closely with senior management to deliver a beverage operation that supports the broader objectives of the hotel.
• Support the restaurant management team in the daily lunch and evening food service operation within the Garden Rooms.
• Work closely with the kitchen team and senior management to ensure smooth communication between food preparation and front-of-house service.
• Maintain excellent knowledge of the menu ingredients cooking methods allergens and beverage recommendations to confidently guide guests.
• Lead whiskey tastings and special guest experiences where required.

Beverage Strategy and Product Knowledge

• Curate and maintain a beverage menu that reflects the hotels luxury positioning and local identity.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of cocktails spirits (particularly whiskey) wine champagne beer aperitifs digestifs and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Work with suppliers to source quality products seasonal additions and premium local options where appropriate.
• Create and innovate signature cocktails seasonal beverages and enhanced guest experiences.
• Maintain a strong understanding of margins pricing wastage and product performance.

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead motivate train and coach the bar team to deliver consistently high standards.
• Set clear expectations for grooming professionalism service etiquette product knowledge and teamwork.
• Conduct inductions on-the-job training and ongoing coaching to build confidence and capability within the team.
• Support rostering staffing plans and performance management in collaboration with management.
• Promote a culture of accountability pride and genuine hospitality.

Stock Ordering and Cost Control

• Monitor stock levels order requirements and usage trends to ensure efficient operations and minimal waste.
• Carry out monthly stock takes and reconcile inventory accurately.
• Manage breakages spillage and wastage effectively with attention to cost control and reporting.
• Review beverage sales performance and identify opportunities to improve profitability and guest appeal.
• Work with finance to maintain sound purchasing and stock management practices.

Compliance and Standards

• Ensure full compliance with all relevant licensing food safety health and safety allergen and hygiene requirements.
• Uphold responsible service of alcohol at all times.
• Maintain bar procedures documentation and records to the required standard.
• Support audits inspections and internal reviews as required.
• Lead by example in ensuring a safe secure and well-managed working environment.

Qualifications :

Key Skills and Attributes

• Proven experience in a bar leadership or assistant management role within a luxury hotel fine dining or premium hospitality environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop a team.
• Excellent product knowledge across cocktails wines spirits and premium beverage service.
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Commercially minded with an understanding of stock control profitability and revenue generation.
• Calm polished and professional under pressure.
• Genuine passion for hospitality presentation and guest care.
• Flexible and adaptable with the ability to work evenings weekends and holidays as required.

Experience and Qualifications

• Previous experience in a supervisory or management role within a bar hotel or restaurant environment.
• Experience in a luxury or five-star setting is highly desirable.
• A recognised hospitality qualification is an advantage though not essential.
• Strong working knowledge of licensing legislation and responsible alcohol service.
• Competence in POS systems stock systems and MS Office or equivalent tools desirable.

Additional Information :

Some Of Our Benefits:

• Competitive & generous rate of pay.
• Discounted rates on rooms at Park Hotel Kenmare and other Relais & Chateaux properties.
• 50% off Food and Beverages/ 30% off spa treatments & 20% off spa products.
• Free use of spa/ gym facilities.
• Excellent Training and Personal development.
• Complimentary healthy meals whilst on duty.
• Complimentary on-site parking.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time