Head Bartender / Bar Manager for Luxury new opening in London.
PRS Recruitment are proud to be exclusively representing a prestigious luxury hospitality client launching an exciting new flagship opening from a world-renowned restaurant group, with strong ambitions to achieve Michelin-level recognition.
We are currently seeking a highly skilled Head Bartender / Bar Manager to join immediately and play a pivotal role in shaping this exceptional new venue from the ground up.
The Role
* Position: Head Bartender / Bar Manager
* Availability: Immediate start
* Hours: 45 hours per week
* Schedule: 5 days on / 2 days off
Package
* £42,000 base salary
* Tronc + cash tips
* Realistic total package: up to £50,000
The Opportunity
This is a rare chance to join a flagship opening within a globally respected restaurant group known for excellence, innovation, and premium guest experiences. The venue is set to be a destination bar/restaurant with aspirations of Michelin recognition, offering significant exposure and long-term career progression within an elite hospitality environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Leading and managing the bar operation to an exceptional standard
* Training, mentoring, and motivating a newly assembled team
* Handling supplier relationships, ordering, and stock control with precision
* Ensuring consistency, creativity, and excellence in beverage delivery
* Supporting the wider opening team during the critical launch phase
* Maintaining high operational standards under pressure
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a proven hospitality professional who thrives in high-end, fast-paced environments and understands the demands of a new opening.
You will need to be:
* From a strong high-end / luxury hospitality background
* Has a WSET Level 2 qualification
* Experienced in bar leadership or senior bartender roles
* Confident managing suppliers, ordering, and stock systems
* A natural leader who can train, inspire, and elevate a team
* Proactive, reliable, and solutions-focused with a “can do” attitude
* Comfortable with the challenges and unpredictability of a new launch environment
Most importantly, you must be someone who embraces pressure, takes ownership, and leads by example from day one.
Why Apply?
This is not just another bar role – it is an opportunity to be part of something exceptional from the very beginning, within a group that is setting new standards in luxury hospitality.
If you are a driven, ambitious bar professional ready to take the next step in your career, PRS Recruitment would love to hear from you.