The Store Oxford - the citys only luxury lifestyle hotel is looking for a highly organised and enthusiastic Bar Manager to support the Food and Beverage Manager in the day-to-day running of the bar outlets, ensuring smooth operations, excellent customer service, and compliance with licensing laws. Our vast bar is located on the ground floor, with views onto bustling Broad Street and an adjacent fireside snug. A relaxed and stylish Oxford bar, we serve up signature sips and scavenger bites daily from 8am.
In the warmer months, enjoy cocktails streetside its one of the most sociable bars in Oxford.
Our Rooftop Bar & Terrace offers unparalleled views across Oxfords dreaming spires the citys most atmospheric setting for cocktails. The menu is built around The Stores own award-winning spirits, from gin and vodka to rum, whisky, and tequila, crafted into inventive serves youll only find here.
High above Oxford, our cocktails celebrate both the timeless and the untraditional. Sip the crisp simplicity of a Botanists Gimlet, the tropical warmth of Spire on Fire, or indulge in Breakfast at Boswells whisky, cassis, peanut butter, and chocolate bitters each crafted with The Stores own spirits and a touch of imagination.
Role Purpose
The Bar Manager is responsible for the day-to-day running of the bars ensuring outstanding guest experience, smooth operations, and a motivated, high-performing team. This role oversees the bar teams while also ensuring a strong link with the rest of the departments, manages costs and compliance, and delivers consistent service standards that reflect the brand.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the bar team, ensuring exceptional service at all times.
Oversee daily operations, including service delivery, staff deployment, and guest satisfaction.
Recruit, train, and develop team members to reach their full potential.
Create and manage staff rotas in line with business needs and budgets.
Drive revenue through upselling, promotions, and excellent guest engagement.
Monitor and control budgets, costs, and KPIs (labour, wastage, margins).
Ensure full compliance with licensing, health & safety, allergen, and food hygiene legislation.
Manage supplier relationships, stock ordering, cellar and beverage management.
Handle guest feedback and complaints with professionalism and care.
Collaborate with the F&B Manager and senior management on menu planning, promotions, and events.
Maintain high standards of cleanliness, presentation, and atmosphere throughout.
Report on performance, highlighting opportunities to grow revenue and improve efficiency.
Skills & Experience
Proven management experience in a bar, restaurant, or hospitality venue.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
Excellent knowledge of food, beverage, and service standards.
Commercially aware with experience managing budgets, KPIs, and P&L.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Confident in handling guest feedback and complaints effectively.
Knowledge of licensing laws, health & safety, and food hygiene regulations.
Proficient in hospitality systems.
Personal Qualities
Guest-focused, with a passion for delivering memorable experiences.
Professional, approachable, and calm under pressure.
Energetic, hands-on leader who leads by example.
Flexible and adaptable to the needs of a busy venue.
Hours are full time, 40 per week covering evenings and some weekends.
Reporting into the F&B Manager. Benefits
28 days holiday
Meals on duty
Ongoing training provided - both in house and external
Apprenticeships
Career progression and development - we invest in our people
Royal Cars taxis 50% discount for our people to and from work
Refer a Friend Scheme (£250 for general referrals and £500 if you refer a chef)
Review bonus and scheme (£50, £100, £200, E Bike's, Smart TV's and International overnight stays for 50 reviews plus)
Access to Wagestream
25% off treatments in our spa and 50% off products
Discount on rooms and food and beverage
Hospitality Rewards: access to health and wellbeing benefits and perks for everyone (high street discount, restaurants, and Employee Assistance)
Opportunities to win raffle prizes
Exceptional induction game and programme - this is the most fun you will have on your induction day that we promise!
Brand pillars - we have four pillars that we live and breathe everyday!
Opportunities to socialise and celebrate big moment together - birthdays, work anniversaries and big life moments!
Team Awards and socials
Fundraising initiatives - we support the community and like to give back, in 2023, 2024 and 2025 we walked for wellbeing supporting Hospitality Action.
Go green - come and work with a company that are committed to creating a greener planet, by looking at how we can reduce our carbon footprint - we have a green team who ensure we are on track, come and play your part in that.
Weve got 4Brand Pillarsthat will also help you thrive:
Legacy - The Store celebrates its rich history as a beloved department store, in the heart of Oxford, and pays tribute to the buildings past by carrying forward a legacy of enchanting guests with a sense of delight and wonder.
Discovery - Like its predecessor, The Store is a place of discovery, offering a myriad of spaces to explore and uncover, from the luxurious spa to its diverse range of dining experiences, window displays and seasonal pop-ups.
Innovation - The Store is more than just a hotel its a hub of innovation and change that constantly seeks to improve the guest experience through varying design, evolving installations and innovative food, drink and services.
Community - As a former pillar of the community, The Store remains committed to supporting and engaging with the local community through various initiatives and events that bring people together.
At The Store, we value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment as we believe diversity fosters a more innovative, creative, dynamic, and nurturing culture. We are striving to create a culture that fully represents our four brand pillars: Legacy, Discovery, Innovation and Community including all the communities we serve.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, family or parental status, or disability status.
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