Job reference
ARS2026-JF001
Company Name
Salary
£28,000 - £320,000 Per Annum
Location
West Wickham
Industry sector
Hospitality, Catering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
07/01/2026
Closing date
07/02/2026
Role: Bars and Event Manager
Location: West Wickham
About the Bars and Event Manager Role
Working for a leading South London Members Club, the Bars and Events Manager will manage a wide range of events hosted in this Grade II listed building. The Bars and Events Manager is responsible for multiple running bars and events managing customer expectations and the bars and event staff.
The successful Bar and Events Manager will be responsible for:
• Recruit, train, and manage bar staff, including creating schedules and providing ongoing performance feedback Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with staff, customers and event organisers
• Ensuring consistent, high-quality beverages are served to customers
• Overseeing the event on the day, managing staff, and ensuring everything runs smoothly
• Assisting with the planning and coordination of events
• Work with Marketing, Sales and Accounts team members
• Key holder for the building and lock/unlock the building as required
• Responsible for managing the tills and EPOS system and their effective use and making changes as required
The successful Bars and Event Manager will have:
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Organised, reliable, and able to multitask in a fast-paced venue environment
• Brings a positive attitude and strong attention to detail
• Have multiple bar management experience
• Hold previous events management experience
• Has flexibility to work non-standard hours during events
• The successful candidate will be proactive, confident with excellent communication skills and have a natural ability to build a rapport with club members as well as with team members.
The Business can offer:
• A friendly, supportive team environment
• Opportunities to grow within the event and hospitality industry
• Staff discount
• On-site gym
• Enhanced sick leave after probationary period
• On-site parking
• Company pension
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