Bar Manager - One Square

Job description

At Sheraton, we go above and beyond in everything we do. We are inspired by our guests and one another – and are driven to make things better. We love what we do, and we give it all we’ve got – on property and off. When guests stay with us, it’s not just a room with a bed that they’re buying. It’s an experience. We’re looking for someone who is ready to go beyond in everything they do. If you are someone with a genuine drive to improve your life and the lives of those around you, we encourage you to explore careers with Sheraton.

Desired profile

Qualifications :

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We are currently recruiting for a Bar Manager to join our award winning Food & Beverage team at the Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa.
Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa is one of Scotland's leading 5 star hotels. As the largest 5 star hotel, we also have the biggest banqueting and meeting facilities of any hotel in Edinburgh with a capacity of up to 500 and our One Square Restaurant and bar.

Role:

Effectively monitor the daily operations of the One Square Bar, including providing support and guidance to fellow Bar associates to ensure a successful and effective operation ending in a positive guest experience.

· Promote, profile and lead One Square with its associate in the market segment as a standalone Bar – Edinburgh’s premium Gin bar!

· Ability to use and monitor booking systems (Live Bookings, Open Table etc)

· Establish 5* culture within current team and drive along with the supervisors and lead servers

· Compliance of AA standards

· Thorough support of and updating of training manual for Outlet - and support development of team members

· Contribute to innovation for the department with F&B Management

· Ensure full liaison with other members of Hotel teams through Daily operations meetings, team briefings and attendance at monthly Business Operations Meeting.

· Develop strong communication strategies within the F&B department including Banqueting, Kitchen and One Square Restaurant

· Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with other departments in the hotel especially with Marketing

· To consult and effectively and positively manage changes in operation, policy and procedures with direct reports.

· Continuously review and improve internal operations methods in own department and suggest to other departments hoe they might assist in general improvements through appropriate forum.

Requirements:

We are looking for someone who is energetic, passionate, self-motivated and who is ready to take the next step on your career path. Ideally you will have at least 3 years’ experience within a similar bar operation within a 5 star environment, with supervisory/management experience required. We are looking for candidates who have a flexible approach to working hours and a desire to continually improve our product.

· Excellent Customer Service skills, preferably at 5* level

· Must have excellent interpersonal skills, sales-related skills & organizational/supervisory qualities

· Must have exceptional food and Beverage knowledge and pricing.

· Must have significant experience in operating a bar operation and good local knowledge of the surrounding area

· Being the Bar Dictionary!!! Knowledge of all F&B Standards, quality presentation, service and products and local health and sanitation standards.

· Knowledge of menu planning and participating in menus changes with Kitchen and Food & Beverage Management

· To keep ahead of the market both in product and service with innovative ideas on the beverage scene, create and action appropriately within the team, marketing, strategy team and launch – own the bar!

· Displays an understanding of the impact that menu choice has on productivity and profitability

· Knowledge of marketing plan our competition, promotional concepts, F&B costs and controls.

· Ability to analyze financial information and prepare budget and outlet goals with the support of the Food & Beverage Management

Benefits:

In return we offer you a competitive salary, as well as unlimited career opportunities, industry leading benefits (including: complimentary laundry, free meals on duty, dental and optical plans, discounted hotels and F & B), and an environment where your development is our priority. We offer a monthly training calendar full of developmental courses designed to aid career progression.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Marriott International does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.