Bars Manager
Location: Connacht
Salary: €45,000+
Reference: LMF1331
This distinguished Galway hotel is seeking a dynamic Bars Manager to oversee exceptional bar operations and deliver the warm, memorable service they are known for. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, a passion for hospitality, and the ability to elevate both guest experience and team performance.
Key responsibilities:
- Ensure exceptional bar operations with consistent standards and a welcoming, guest-focused atmosphere.
- Lead and develop the bar team, ensuring great communication, strong service knowledge, and a positive, supportive workplace.
- Own bar financial performance, managing costs, maximising revenue opportunities, and ensuring accurate billing.
- Manage stock and beverage controls, from ordering and security to minimising waste and monitoring discrepancies.
- Oversee equipment and systems, ensuring all bar assets are safe, functional and properly used.
- Handle administration including rosters, timesheets, forecasts, reports, appraisals and daily briefings.
- Maintain rigorous cash handling, health & safety, and hotel policy compliance.
- Champion staff development through ongoing training, mentoring and coaching.
- Collaborate with Sales, Management and the Kitchen on menu development, promotions and revenue-driving initiatives.
- Continuously improve the bar experience, bringing fresh ideas that elevate service and enhance guest satisfaction.
The ideal candidate:
- Proven experience as a Bars Manager or senior bar supervisor in a four-star or luxury hospitality setting.
- Strong leadership skills with experience in team development, training and performance management.
- Expertise in bar operations, stock control, cost management and revenue optimisation.
- Excellent organisational, administrative and cash-handling skills.
- Outstanding guest service and communication abilities, with a polished, professional and welcoming presence.
- Knowledge of health & safety, HACCP and hotel compliance standards.
- Proactive, innovative and committed to continuous improvement.
If you’re driven, guest-focused, and excited by the idea of shaping one of Galway’s standout bar experiences, we’d love to hear from you!