Job Advert: Seasonal Events Bar Manager
Location: BINKS YARD
Contract: Fixed-term – (April / September)
Hours: 35 +, flexible (including evenings/weekends)
Salary: £15.00 PER HOUR
Are you an organised, energetic events professional who
thrives in fast-paced, high-volume environments with solid F & B experience?
We're looking for a Seasonal Events Bar Manager to lead the planning and
delivery of our summer events programme, ensuring unforgettable experiences for
visitors while keeping operations running smoothly and safely.
This is a hands-on role, perfect for someone who loves live
events, can juggle multiple priorities, and leads teams with confidence and
positivity.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver
the beverage programme on a pre-planned, well programmed event season
* Lead
from the front - build, mentor, develop and inspire a strong, competent,
experienced and diverse bar team
* Oversee
event operations on-site including opening and closing down the venue.
Keyholder.
* Quality
control on products, maintaining regular checks to ensure customers are
receiving the best products as efficiently as we can.
* Liaise
with the bar operations manager, assistant bar manager and supervisors to
ensure communication is kept and things run smooth.
* Monitor
Stocking levels and variances. Keeping pars and working alongside the Cost
controller on discrepancies.
* Weekly
line checks and Monthly stock takes.
* Train
and manage seasonal staff in all areas of customer service, bartending
skill and self-presenting.
* Have
a complete understanding of food safety, allergens and health and safety, always
ensuring the safety of our customers. Ensuring the compliance of the venue
and the event itself, according to health and safety and licensing.
· Accident/incident
reporting
* Monitor
event performance and visitor feedback especially beverage related
What We Offer
* A
dynamic, creative working environment
* The
chance to lead exciting, high-profile seasonal events
* Competitive
seasonal pay
* Valuable
experience within a growing events programme
Job Specification: Seasonal Events Operations Manager
Job Purpose
To manage the planning, coordination, and delivery of the
beverage programme in Binks Yard's 2026 summer events, ensuring events are
safe, energetic and financially successful .
Reporting To
Jack Dorman, Bar operations manager of IQ
Key Duties
* Lead
on-site event running, multi-bar and over 35 staff members.
* Work
closely with the operations manager and other managers with clear
communication.
* Be
prepared.
* Line-manage
seasonal event bartenders, oversee training and discipline.
* Liaise
with all events managers to make sure not only the bars are running great
but you are keeping up to date to changes in schedule and procedure to
adapt quickly and effectively.
* Manage
documentation for bar, Opening and closing check lists, weekly cleaning
schedules. Stock in and stock out. Financial awareness of products and
till programming. Overall safety of
the team and the bars.
* Be
flexible and adaptable.
* Handle
visitor queries and guest feedback,
* Evaluate
events and recommend improvements for future seasons regarding the
beverage programmes.
Desirable Criteria
* Proven
experience in bar management, festivals, or live music entertainment
* Strong
organisational and multitasking skills
* Experience
in people management
* Knowledge
of health & safety and event compliance
* Extensive
knowledge in the Beverage sector, Cellar maintenance, spirits expertise
and cocktails.
* Excellent
communication and problem-solving skills
* Ability
to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings
Personal Attributes
* Calm
under pressure
* Reliable
* Proactive
and solutions-focused
* Approachable
leadership style
* Passionate
about creating memorable visitor experiences
Professional attributes
·
A personal licence holder (you will be asked to
provide details of this during the interview stage), you will be someone who
understands the importance of the licensing laws and will ensure that they are
adhered to, at all times
Part of Oak View Group (OVG), Rhubarb is a premium hospitality collective specialising in luxury event catering, restaurant dining and hospitality. Rhubarb deliver unique dining and venue management at some of the worlds most iconic locations. About the Venue Welcome to 1 Island Quarter, where we are building a cultural heartbeat. 1 Island Quarter / Binks Yard Managed by Rhubarb, 1 Island Quarter is a dynamic all-day venue featuring Binks Yard and Cleaver & Wake, delivering real ales, fine wines, and cocktails paired with grilled and wood-fired dishes. Hit the rooftop terrace for live music, sport on the East Midlands' largest outdoor screen, and an outdoor events space built for memorable nights. Plus a private venue and florist to round it out. But we're not just another venue. Our team is guest-obsessed and wired to overdeliver, crafting genuine moments that stick. Inclusive energy. Authentic vibes. A lot of fun Cleaver & Wake At the heart of the Island Quarter is Cleaver and Wake, our flagship fine dining restaurant. Cleaver and Wake offers a relaxed yet elegant dining experience without traditional white tablecloths or formal silver service, creating an atmosphere where guests can come not just for special occasions but to enjoy premium food in a comfortable setting Cleaver & Wake serves regularly changing lunch and dinner menus, and the venue also features an upstairs events space with panoramic city views, suitable for weddings, conferences, and private events for up to 200 guests. What's in it for you?
* Consistent salary reviews and excellent ongoing training and management development plan - with opportunities both on site and within future operations.
* Opportunity to progress and work across the wider Rhubarb and Oak View Group estate
* Discounts in selected locations
* Corporate gym discount
* 24/7 Employee assistance programme
* Electric car leasing scheme.
* £300 refer a friend bonus.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Enhanced Parental Leave
* Life Assurance scheme
* Employee recognition, with monthly and yearly awards.
* much more