At Cairn Group we’re ambitious. With a varied and extensive UK portfolio of hotels, bars and restaurants in our portfolio, we’re focused on continual growth and are in it for the long haul. We are a family owned business with family values at our core, with a growing team and sites UK wide.

About the role ...

Assistant Bar Managers are responsible for making sure that their bar is run efficiently, and that customers are satisfied with the quality of service they receive.  It’s essential that you are polite and courteous when you welcome guests into the bar and restaurant areas, and is important that you are able answer queries or complaints from customers. It’s extremely important that you lead the team to ensure they provide polite and efficient service at all times to maintain an exceptional standard of service and quality.

About you ...

You will have had previous experience in a similar role in a hotel or similar and have the ability to display excellent customer service skills in fast paced environments. You will also have excellent knowledge of bar service, good financial awareness with a full understanding of liquor revenue streams and cost control. Applicants must be available to work any five out of seven days on a rota basis, so flexibility is required. We are looking for candidates who are enthusiastic, motivated, good team players, have excellent communication skills and attention to detail as well as experience in leading and training a team in order to deliver outstanding quality and service.

The Old Ship Hotel is Brighton’s most historic hotel, is located on the famous seafront, and is just a short walk from superb shopping, entertainment and other attractions including Britain’s oldest aquarium, Brighton Pier and the British Airways i360.  With parts dating back to 1559, The Old Ship Hotel is steeped in history and royal connections, yet in the heart of this vibrant city, easily accessible from London by road and rail, it’s perfect for discovering Brighton’s fascinating Regency past, strolling on the promenade, or simply enjoying a day on the beach.

Benefits

Cairn Group Staff Discount Scheme
Retail and travel discounts
Recruit a friend Scheme
Induction and training programme
Star of the Month & Golden Ticket Award
Pension scheme
Meals on Duty
Uniform
Childcare Vouchers*
Cycle 2 work scheme*
Free use of Gym

* apply to positions above minimum wage