Bar Manager

InterContinental Hotels Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000

Job description

Hotel: Hong Kong TST (HKGKH), 11 Middle Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon

As the Bar Manager for Kimpton Tsim Sha Tsui Hong Kong, you will create an exciting, innovative, and memorable dining experience for all guests. Lead a well-rounded and knowledgeable front-of-house team. Proper guest service requires a staff that is thoroughly trained in service etiquette, product knowledge, and makes every effort to meet the needs of each and every guest.

A little taste of your day-to-day

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:

• Managing daily bar operations and ensuring adherence to all standards and protocols
• Developing innovative beverage concepts and promotions to enhance guest experiences and drive sales
• Leading and motivating a team of bartenders and servers, fostering a culture of teamwork and guest satisfaction
• Providing ongoing training and professional development to bar team, ensuring top-notch service delivery
• Collaborating with the culinary team to create complementary food and beverage pairings
• Maintaining inventory and control costs while ensuring health and safety regulations compliance
• Monitoring industry trends and competitor offerings to keep our bar at the forefront of the market.

What we need from you

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in the food and beverage industry, with at least 2 years in a similar position
• A bachelor’s degree in in hospitality management, restaurants, culinary management or equivalent
• A holder of local Hygiene Manager Certificate and/or Food Safety and Hygiene certification
• Proven track record in bar operations with a deep understanding of beverage trends and market dynamics
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and develop a diverse team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on guest satisfaction
• Attention to details, good planning, organising and problem solving skills
• Excellent command in both English and Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin), speaking and writing; speak other languages is an advantage
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

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