Cocktail Bar Manager - Accommodation Available - Eastbourne, East Sussex

We currently have an exciting vacancy for an experienced mixologist and bar manager to run our cocktail bar. The Grand Hotel, Eastbourne offers a 5-star experience to our guests and the cocktail bar is a popular pre-dinner gathering spot which therefore requires a manager able to adapt to varying business levels, ensuring staffing numbers are appropriately allocated.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensure all guests and external customer receive and efficient service which meets the company goals to exceed customer expectations.
• Understand and adhere to statutory Licensing Laws relating to the Bar.
• Stock takes in co operation with the Food & Beverage Manager
• Promote all bar services and engage in promotions to maximise bar revenue.
• Ensure all bar staff meet dress requirements and received regular training.
• Prepare rotas, completing wage forecasts, time and attendance.
• Ensure proper cleaning and maintenance of the bar area including regular pipe cleaning.
• Responsible for any bar functions for the day, ensuring correct staffing levels.

Key Skills

• Previous bar management experience – ideally within a hotel setting
• Able to mix and create cocktails.
• Good knowledge of beer/wine/spirits
• WSET qualification an advantage, but not essential
• Flexible and able to remain calm under pressure.