Job description

Job Description

Bar Manager –

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Role Overview

Hotel in Letterkenny is seeking an experienced Bar Manager to lead and oversee all bar operations within this busy and dynamic hotel environment. This is a senior hands-on role, responsible for managing a large team, supporting hotel-wide events, and ensuring a consistently high standard of service. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, excellent organisation skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting.

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Key Responsibilities

Bar Operations & Team Leadership

• Manage day-to-day operations across multiple bar areas.

• Lead, train, and motivate a team of 15-20 bar staff.

• Create and manage staff rotas (full autonomy).

• Maintain high levels of customer service, product knowledge, and presentation standards.

• Oversee stock control, ordering, deliveries, and warehouse organisation.

• Ensure compliance with licensing laws, health & safety, and hygiene standards.

Event & Function Support

• Work closely with the events team to support weddings, functions, and special events.

• Ensure bars are fully prepared for high-volume occasions.

• Provide on-the-day leadership to ensure smooth and efficient event service.

Operational Support

• Coordinate with kitchen and hotel departments to maintain seamless service.

• Act as the most senior person within the bar team, handling escalations and decision-making.

• Support the wider management team when required.

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Salary & Benefits

• €40,000 per annum

• Pension (auto-enrolment)

• Statutory benefits

• Complimentary gym membership

• Free meals, parking

• Discounts available across group hotels

• Full training and development provided

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Career Progression

This role offers a clear pathway into Hotel Management, including potential promotion into:

• Duty Manager

• Operations Manager

Note: Some progression routes may involve a slight initial salary step-back, but offer strong long-term career development.

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Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience in bar management or a senior bar supervisory role (essential).

• Proven ability to manage a high-volume operation and large team.

• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.

• Ability to work weekends and adapt to a fast-paced environment.

• Candidates previously interviewed via another agency were not suitable; experienced applicants required