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Job Overview
To ensure the effective and efficient management of all Small to medium on-site bars for MICE and Track events in accordance with the client’s brief, company policies and procedures, and within agreed budget and profit margins. Assist the Senior Event Managers and Events Team Leader in procedures and site-wide policies, ensuring they are kept up to date with current practice and standards.
Silverstone is seeking a highly motivated Bar Supervisor/Bartender skilled in detail-oriented service, member recognition, POS systems operations, tending bar, and ongoing training for staff and volunteers. The Bar Manager must maintain visibility and ensure management presence to guarantee member and guest satisfaction.
The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of bar management, the ability to develop and meet goals, a positive attitude, and promote teamwork. A competent knowledge of various Bar Products is essential.
You will contribute to growing the events by introducing innovative ideas and ensuring they are targeted at the right audience.
Key Relationships
* Sales team
* Drive and Ride Manager
* Finance team
* IT Department
* Venue team
* Marketing team
* External suppliers
Key Responsibilities
* Validate sales contracts received from other departments against set procedures.
* Perform regular stock-takes and reorder as needed.
* Handle deliveries and maintain stock condition.
* Enforce health and safety rules.
* Address customer issues.
* Act as the central liaison for the client on all events, managing customer accounts, ensuring adherence to the brief and budget, and developing relationships.
* Organize and document all aspects of medium & small-scale corporate events from handover to post-event evaluation and final account reconciliation.
* Manage the Bar's de rigueur and ensure the site and venue are returned in the same condition as handed over, complying with standards.
* Support Senior Event Managers in planning and delivering large-scale events.
* Identify and create new commercial opportunities to expand the business, enhance revenues, improve customer experience, and reduce costs.
* Accurately communicate event information to stakeholders internally and externally.
* Gather relevant Health and Safety documentation (Risk Assessments, Method statements, etc.).
* Manage daily bar operations with the Corporate Event Supervisors.
* Develop and improve in-house systems and processes.
* Ensure all event setups meet company standards before event dates.
* Provide operational direction to catering staff, ensuring sufficient coverage.
* Ensure compliance with Food Hygiene, Allergen, Safety Regulations, and Licensing laws.
* Attend weekly planning meetings and briefings.
* Support departmental initiatives as needed.
Team Standards & Responsibilities
* Collaborate to develop team members and support workload management for successful events.
* Create a positive, proactive departmental culture.
* Maintain a professional image and high standards of presentation.
Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise
* Minimum 3 years’ experience in Conference and Banqueting, Hospitality, or Event environments.
* Experience supervising small to medium corporate or venue events.
* IOSH Managing Safely (preferable).
* Personal License Holder (preferable).
* Commercially and operationally minded with a hands-on approach.
* Proactive, problem-solving, and self-motivated.
* Team player with initiative.
We’re Silverstone, the UK’s leading motorsport venue for over 60 years, hosting events like the Formula 1 British Grand Prix, MotoGP, and Silverstone Festival.
As a unique destination, we aim to provide unforgettable experiences both on and beyond the track, from business events at our International Conference & Exhibition Centre to leisure experiences at Escapade. Join us and be part of our legacy and vibrant atmosphere.
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