Job Description
Assistant Bar Manager Do you have experience working in Bars? Are you looking for the next step in your career?De Vere Wokefield Estate in Reading are recruiting an Assistant Bar Manager to support and guide our team of Bar Tenders. Our Bar Team plays a key role in making sure our guests have a memorable and enjoyable visit to the hotel.As the Assistant Bar Manager you will support the Bar Manager and take a lead role on the bar creating and serving drinks and engaging with our guests on a daily basis. You will also work closely with colleagues to help develop their skills and knowledge as well as keeping the bar area clean and well stocked at all times.In return this role offers £28,500 per annum and excellent benefits including free use of the gym facilities, a complimentary 2 night stay with De Vere every year plus additional stays for £50 per room, time off over the christmas period and a paid day off for your birthday in addition to your holidays!This role involves working a variety of shifts including weekends on a rota basis.Your skills & experience:• You have bar experience and have worked at a Supervisor level or above• You are confident and guest focused and through an intuitive approach deliver exceptional levels of guest service, making everyone feel welcome• You are an excellent organiser, with a professional attitude and are able to delegate to others effectively• You will ideally be familiar with booking systems such as Open Table although this is not essential as training can be provided Benefits: The Pay & Benefits:At De Vere we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our permanent colleagues. That’s why we are proud to offer the following benefits for the role of Assistant Bar Manager. £28,500 per yearFree meals on duty in our colleague dining facilitiesStay in shape with complimentary use of the Leisure Club facilities saving you money on costly gym membershipsWe believe in celebrating your special moments too, which is why we offer an extra paid day off for your birthday, along with a £20 love to shop voucher.Varied shift patterns and contracts available to suit your lifestyle, we are 24/7 operation, meaning shift patterns to suit everyoneAs a token of our gratitude for your loyalty, we'll treat you to an annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner in a De Vere property of your choice, plus additional monetary rewards for reaching long service milestonesDiscover exclusive perks with our £50 colleague rates for overnight stays at De Vere properties, accompanied by a fantastic 50% discount on Food & Beverage.31 days holiday each year (increasing annually up to 33 days)Explore our Exclusively Yours Benefits portal, unlocking hundreds of discounts on retail, travel, and leisure activities.We are committed to your growth and offer excellent career progression opportunities, including access to our Apprenticeship programmes and study support.Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Programme, Hospitality Action, providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including free counselling.Experience the flexibility and convenience of Wagestream, our financial wellbeing platform, granting you instant access to your pay when you need it.We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our monthly colleague recognition programme, You Are De Vere, culminating in an exciting annual colleague recognition event.Join a supportive team that knows how to have fun with regular team appreciation events, including memorable Christmas and Summer parties.Gain peace of mind with our Company Life Assurance scheme, ensuring financial security for your loved ones.