Area Bar Manager

We’re looking for an experienced, hands\-on Bar Manager to help run busy, music\-led venues across the UK (Somerset/Bristol area). and help with 1 venue in the French Alps .This is a unique role for someone who loves hospitality, thrives in live environments, and is happy to work between two countries—keeping standards consistent, teams supported, and service running smoothly.Key Responsibilities

• Lead day\-to\-day bar operations: service standards, cleanliness, opening/closing, cashing up


• Manage and motivate staff: rota planning, training, shift leadership, performance feedback


• Stock control: ordering, stocktakes, wastage control, supplier relationships


• Maintain compliance: licensing, food safety where relevant, health \& safety, incident logs


• Support events and busy services: live music nights, private hires, peak season trading


• Maintain brand consistency across both locations (service style, menu standards, customer experience)


• Troubleshoot operational issues quickly and calmly


• Work closely with the owner to improve systems, margins, and team confidence

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Bar Manager / Supervisor in a high\-volume bar or venue


• Strong leadership: confident running shifts and developing staff


• Great operational discipline: stock, cash, compliance, checklists


• Warm, guest\-focused style with high standards


• Comfortable working independently and communicating clearly with the owner


• Able to travel and work between France and the UK (reliable, organised, flexible)

Essential Requirements

• Right to work in France and/or the UK (or ability to obtain it)


• Valid passport and ability to travel regularly


• English fluent; French conversational (or willingness to improve) is a big plus


• Availability for evenings/weekends during peak periods

Nice to Have

• Cocktail knowledge / menu development


• Experience in live music venues or events


• Training/HR experience (onboarding, SOPs, staff handbooks)


• Driving licence

Contract / Schedule (customise)

• Split\-location schedule (e.g. 2–4 weeks in France / 2–4 weeks in the UK)


• Competitive pay depending on experience \+ potential performance bonus


• Accommodation support may be available during France stints (if applicable)

How to ApplySend a short intro \+ CV, and tell us:

• Your current location


• Your availability


• Your experience managing teams and stock


• Your ability to work between France and the UK

Job Type: Full\-time

Pay: £15\.00\-£17\.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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