🍸 Bar Manager - £30K | Reading | Immediate Start Location: Reading Contract: Full-time Salary: £30,000 per annum equivalent Start Date: Immediate Hours: Flexible shifts across 7 days (operation runs 7am-Midnight) Typical Schedule: 4 days on, 3 days off (approx. 37.5 hours/week) 🌟 Lead the Bar. Set the Vibe. Make It Memorable. We're looking for a charismatic and driven Bar Manager to take charge of a lively multi-venue operation in Reading. You'll be the heartbeat of the bar scene-leading a young, energetic team, curating unforgettable guest experiences, and keeping everything running like clockwork. If you've got a passion for great drinks, sharp service, and team leadership, this is your chance to shine in a dynamic hospitality environment. 🍹 Your Role * Manage day-to-day bar operations across multiple venues * Lead, train, and motivate a team of student bar staff * Ensure compliance with alcohol licensing and safety standards * Maintain high levels of customer service and team performance * Oversee stock control, ordering, and supplier coordination * Handle payment systems and financial procedures * Innovate with drinks menus, promotions, and service ideas 🎁 What's in It for You * 💷 £30,000 salary equivalent * 🍽️ Free meals while on duty * 🚗 Free on-site parking * 📅 Flexible scheduling - choose your preferred working days * 📈 Training &amp; development opportunities * 💸 Enhanced weekend pay * 🏟️ Experience across a variety of buzzing venues * 🕒 Weekly pay structure (if preferred) 🧠 What You Bring * Proven experience managing bar operations * Confident leadership and team-building skills * Strong attention to detail and calm under pressure * Passion for drinks, service, and hospitality culture * Understanding of licensing laws and alcohol retail standards * Basic knowledge of profit &amp; loss and stock management * Level 2 Food Hygiene certification required 📞 Ready to Raise the Bar? Apply now or contact Gabriela at Blue Arrow Reading for a friendly chat about the role. Let's make your next move the best one yet.Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

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