Bars Manager
Location: Hoar Cross Hall, Staffordshire
About the Role
Are you an experienced hospitality leader with a passion for delivering excellence? We are seeking a dynamic and driven Bars Manager to lead and inspire our bars team at Hoar Cross Hall.
As Bars Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of all our bars — including the Long Gallery Bar, Joynes Suite Bar, Event Bars, and outdoor bars ensuring the highest standards of service, presentation, and guest satisfaction. You will take ownership of performance, budgets, staff development, and service delivery, while setting the tone for a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.
This is an exciting opportunity to make your mark in a prestigious luxury resort, managing a dedicated team and helping us continue to deliver exceptional experiences to our guests.
About Us
Nestled in the heart of Staffordshire, Hoar Cross Hall is a stunning luxury spa resort that combines the grandeur of a stately home with indulgent spa treatments, exquisite dining, and unrivalled guest experiences. Our award-winning facilities are complemented by our passionate team, who are dedicated to creating unforgettable moments for every guest.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the bars team, ensuring exceptional service and hospitality at all times
* Oversee the operational management of all bar areas, including stock control, beverage quality, and guest satisfaction
* Drive profitability through sales analysis, budgeting, and achieving financial targets
* Implement and maintain high standards across beverage preparation, service delivery, and health & safety compliance
* Recruit, train, and develop staff, fostering a culture of motivation, teamwork, and progression
* Monitor guest feedback and take proactive steps to exceed expectations
* Ensure compliance with company policies, licensing laws, and health and safety regulations
* Create and implement new initiatives to enhance the bar experience and maximise revenue
What We’re Looking For
Essentials
* Proven experience in a supervisory or managerial role within hospitality, ideally in bars or food & beverage
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop a team
* Excellent organisational and financial management abilities
* A genuine passion for hospitality and delivering memorable guest experiences
* Ability to remain calm and effective in a fast-paced environment
* Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays as required
Desirables
* Previous experience managing multiple outlets or high-volume operations
* Strong product knowledge of wines, spirits, and cocktails
* Experience designing and implementing beverage menus
* Relevant Food Safety, Licensing, or Health & Safety training
Shift Patterns
* 5 days out of 7
* 45 hours per week
* Late shifts and weekend working along with flexibility will be required due to the nature of the role
What We Offer
* Work in a picturesque, historic
estate with a focus on luxury and high standards in hospitality
* Complimentary Spa Day on work
anniversaries at any of our company spas
* Free meal provided daily
through our staff canteen
* Complimentary use of leisure
and spa facilities
* Access to the Employee
Assistance Program
* 30% discount on overnight stays
and spa days
* Discounts on food, drink and
retail across our venues
* Pension scheme
* Free Parking
* Refer-a-Friend scheme
* Excellent Induction and
training programme
* Perkbox Online benefits and
discounts
* On-line Doctor support
(appointments/prescriptions)
* A fun, supportive and inclusive
work environment with loads of development opportunities
Join Our Family
At Hoar Cross Hall, we don’t just hire people, we welcome them into our family. We support and nurture our team, giving you the training, tools, and opportunities to grow and succeed.
People often say you can’t choose your family but here, we choose you to be part of ours!