Head of Bars and Beverage

3 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom Sodexo Full time

Job Introduction Sodexo Live have an exciting brand-new opportunity for a **Head of Bars and Beverage** to join our team at the **Fulham Pier**.

This crucial role requires innovation and expertise as you will take accountability for developing and leading the Bars and Beverage operation across the site based at Fulham Pier. We are therefore looking for someone experienced in managing a large budget and complex beverage operation.

The Fulham Pier will become the heart of the community and the standard bearer for indulgent experiences, which will attract both Londoner’s and tourists from all over the world

We are exceptional hosts and independent champions, curating authentic brands that are dreamed up and run with passion.

We have a remarkable selection of food and drink experiences, ranging from, Pop-up bars and pop-up local cuisine, to elegant fine dining experiences.

Our entertainment options are as exceptional as our dining experiences, and we cater for all tastes and moods. We offer local theatre, outdoor gigs, jazz clubs, an art gallery, cooking classes, a comedy club, book launches, film nights and water sports, to name but a few. In addition to this we offer educational activities and crèche and soft play facilities. Whether it’s saluting the sun in the morning with riverfront yoga or toasting the night with a magical cocktail we are building a playground for the senses

This amazing opportunity will suit an experienced Bars and Beverage professional with experience in managing multiple units and leading a high performing team of people.

When you join Sodexo Live you truly belong, you will have the opportunity to thrive with career and learning opportunities available across the organisation - we can’t wait for you to join us

**What you'll do**:

- Present and create new strategies to drive revenue and performance across all beverage-driven areas. Ensure consistency and brand standards are followed across all venues.
- Incentivise and support the bar team daily.
- Work with a sommelier, mixologist, or outside consultant to ensure we are involved and stay in line with the current market trends.
- Support all bar managers and venue GMs with month-end PNL and cost control.
- Implement systems to ensure all stock processes are transparent and followed by all staff members.
- Ensure stock control measures are transparent and plan regular spot checks and work along the cost controller.
- Plan, organize and analyse all liquor operations to maximum efficiency.
- Identify and implement training plans for the bar team to ensure constancy and progression are present.
- Create relationships with the suppliers and key sponsors.
- Support all outlet managers to ensure Menus are updated and support with stock issues and finding new products to fill in any gaps or shortages long-term and short-term.
- Make seasonal changes to all menus involving relevant people whilst ensuring the beverage cost is met.
- Heavily involved in recruitment to ensure day to day and events are running smoothly.
- Ensure all bars are set up with health and safety protocols, such as checklists, and the cleaning schedule is updated and executed daily.
- Support the leadership team with any HR issues related to your bar teams, performance issues and progression plans.
- Support Major Events as required.
- Manage and reduce wastage and minimise out-of-date stock.
- Manage a team of permanent and casual workers to deliver all liquor operations, meeting the expectations of both the client and departmental heads.
- For a full list of responsibilities please view the attached job description_
**What you bring**:Essential**
- Experience of managing a large budget and complex beverage operation
- Committed to raising the standard in every aspect of working life.
- Committed to deliver against the core values: elegant, original and uplifting.
- Ability to work under pressure and deliver against deadlines.
- Ability to communicate in a proactive and positive manner and build team relationships.
- Professional presentation and conduct, to be able to interact with customers, clients and peers, alike.
- Microsoft Office competency, with good knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- Man-management and leadership skills.
- Demonstrate an organised and analytical mind.

**Desirable**
- Clean Driving License
- Forklift License experience
- Personal Liquor License preferable or at least knowledge of licensing law
- Wine and Spirit Knowledge preferable

**What we offer**:
You will be rewarded with a salary of between c£60,000pa plus access to a range of benefits, including a performance-related bonus, employer pension contribution and life assurance - 1 x annual salary.

For more information on all the great benefits Sodexo offer to support you and your loved ones, check out the attached Benefits Guide at the bottom of this advert

By joining Sodexo Live, you will be part of something greater, working in an environment that fosters innov

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