About the Role We're looking for a bold, brilliant, and boots on the ground General Manager to run our Bristol Bootlegger venue. This is the original Bootlegger bar, where the party first began. Think killer cocktails, roaring live music, vintage charm and an unbeatable vibe.
Were after someone who leads from the front, breathes hospitality, and knows how to create an atmosphere guests want to come back to night after night.
This is a full-time role based on a 45-hour working week.
Whats In It for You? Competitive salary up to £38,000 + 25% bonus scheme (based on profit over budget)
50% off drinks at all Bootlegger bars nationwide
The best Christmas party (we mean it)
Real opportunities for progression in a growing, independent bar group
Autonomy and input, no corporate red tape here!
A fun, passionate, no-nonsense team that has your back
Holiday Pay & Workplace pension scheme
What Youll Be Doing
Running the bar: planning rotas, placing orders, staffing, the lot
Driving performance: managing margins, hitting targets, and owning your P&L
Leading, inspiring and mentoring your team with confidence and style
Keeping everything safe, spotless, and beautifully on-brand
Planning events, promotions and unforgettable live music nights
Building relationships with local suppliers, acts and partners
Being the face of The Bootlegger Bristol to staff, guests and beyond
What You Bring to the Table A strong background in hospitality leadership, bar experience is a must
Real love for great service, great drinks and even better vibes
An eye for detail, a head for business, and a heart for people
Cool under pressure and always up for a challenge
A hands-on approach and a natural way with people
Solid understanding of licensing, health & safety, and general compliance
The Bootlegger Story 29,307 days after prohibition ended, restoring sanity and permitting the consumption of alcohol once more, The Bootlegger family opened the doors to our first bar on Gloucester Road in Bristol. Since then, we have continued to celebrate this momentous occasion and journeyed westward to Womanby Street in Cardiff, where we are proudly headquartered. Since establishing our HQ, we have expanded into Exeter, Brighton, Leeds, and Richmond.
Unlike the prohibition days when joy was quashed and all good liquor was banned, we offer customers a place to enjoy themselves without the fear of incarceration or fines. We strive to provide the best nightlife experience in every town and city we operate in, offering our patented Prohibition blend of good stock, good company, and good times.
When it comes to cocktails, The Bootlegger offers over 80 options for you to enjoy, ranging from classic favourites to swanky new creations. The Bootlegger also stocks an equally delightful range of craft beers, ales, and ciders, including local favourites. All these beverages are complemented by our exciting live music schedule, featuring local talent and DJs spinning contemporary tunes.
From sumptuous food & drinks to live entertainment, The Bootlegger guarantees a roaring good time at all our unique venues.
This is the Bootlegger, The Family, The Movement, The Place.
To Apply Ready to take the lead at one of the most exciting bars in Richmond? Show us what youve got. Apply now and lets make some magic.
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