Bar Manager

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The Westlodge Hotel situated along The Wild Atlantic Way, is recruiting for an experienced Bar Manager. The Westlodge Hotel is a 4-star hotel, located in Bantry, Co. Cork. The hotel is newly refurbished, nestled on 26 acres of landscaped mature gardens the ideal candidate with be hard working, a problem solver, approachable and motivational to lead day to day operations of all aspects of the hotel including events, weddings, corporate functions and more.

Excellent terms and conditions for the suitable candidate.

Responsibility –

This role requires a hands-on hospitality leader with a proven background managing busy operations, teams, and high service standards. You will have full accountability for performance, people, and guest experience.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day operations of a busy hotel and functions bar

Manage and develop front-of-house team

Drive service standards, consistency, and guest satisfaction

Oversee staffing levels, rotas, recruitment, and training

Control costs, budgets, labour, and margins

Monitor KPIs including sales, service, labour, and guest feedback

Ensure full compliance with health & safety and licensing legislation

Act as a visible leader on the floor during peak service periods

Candidate Requirements (Essential)

Proven experience as a Bar Manager

Background in a high-volume, standards-led environment

Strong leadership and people management skills

Commercially focused with experience managing budgets and KPIs

Excellent organisational and problem-solving ability

Able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure setting

Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and peak trading periods

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person