Restaurant - Bar Manager A bit about us. Grind is a hospitality company that lives in London. Since opening Shoreditch Grind in 2011, the brand has expanded across London with restaurants and café-bars, burning the candle at both ends to serve coffee, food, and cocktails to a killer soundtrack. Our cafés and coffee shops are the beating heart of Grind, they are where it all began. We're a bustling hub in the heart of London's most iconic places, known for serving our specialty coffee and unbeatable bottomless brunches. We think coffee can be a force for good. Whether it's through creating the UK's first compostable coffee pods, our plastic-free packaging or carbon-free shipping - we're on a mission to be the world's most sustainable coffee company. In 2023, we created our charity, the Better Coffee Foundation, to undo the damage done by the global coffee industry - in our first year, we recovered 43 million pods' worth of ocean-bound plastic. A bit about the role. We are looking for an enthusiastic Bar Manager who enjoys making classical drinks with contemporary twists. Evenings at Grind offer a variety of classics, coffee cocktails and guest cocktails. We’re all about creating a buzzing atmosphere by turning up the tunes, dimming the lights and serving the best espresso martini in London. We are looking for energetic night owls to join the Grind Crew in any of our Central London Locations! Our Bar Managers focus on the need for consistency and attention to detail when it comes to the classics, and assist in the development of new menus. As a Bar Manager of course we expect the usual stuff on a day to day basis; great service, consistency of all drinks and some quality shaking.To be eligible for this role, you will need to demonstrate confidence in leading a bar team in a very busy and high-volume hospitality environment. You must drive sales through training and managing the team, and delivering speedy service with passion at all times! Role responsibilities. Full understanding of cocktail specs, wine and beer menus Ability to deliver consistent and high quality product Possesses strong attention to detail Strong communication and managerial skills to lead team Possess full understanding of Steps of Service in line with company standards Deliver exemplary service in line with our Steps of Service procedures Ability to complete stock takes and maintain stock controls Ability to multitask and perform a busy service solo Open and close down bar to Grind Standards To ensure all team members are trained and adhere to all company policies To promote effective teamwork amongst staff by taking an active interest in their welfare, safety and development. Understanding of beverage-based P&L’s, including sales figures and bar margins You’ll have. Possess excellent communication skills to enable effective dialogue with colleagues and customers Ability to work well under pressure and use initiative Ability to problem solve and escalate complaints accordingly Strong leadership with effective communication skills Strong time-management and prioritisation skills Diversity and Inclusion. Grind is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, veteran status, or disability status. If there are any adjustments you need to help you bring your best self to an interview with us please let us know.