Bar Manager

The Last Exchange is a bold new concept from Individual Restaurants, inspired by the character and energy of London's historic markets.
Combining exceptional British food, properly made drinks and genuine hospitality, we're creating a pub experience that celebrates quality, craftsmanship and great people. We're looking for a passionate, energetic and talented *Bar Manager* to join our opening team. What You'll Do As Bar Manager, you'll lead the bar operation, inspiring your team to deliver exceptional drinks, genuine hospitality and memorable guest experiences.
You'll be responsible for maintaining the highest operational standards while creating a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere that keeps guests coming back. You'll: * Lead the day-to-day operation of the bar, ensuring exceptional standards at all times * Recruit, train, develop and inspire a high-performing bar team * Drive a culture of genuine hospitality and outstanding guest service * Oversee the preparation and service of all drinks, ensuring consistency and quality * Manage stock control, ordering, GP performance and minimise wastage * Monitor labour costs and support rota planning to ensure operational efficiency * Maintain full compliance with licensing, health & safety and food safety regulations * Lead team training, coaching and development through regular feedback and support * Work closely with Front of House and Kitchen teams to deliver seamless service * Analyse performance, identify opportunities and drive sales growth * Create a positive team culture that reflects the values of The Last Exchange * Ensure the bar remains clean, organised, stocked and presentation-ready at all times What We're Looking For * Previous experience as a Bar Manager or Senior Assistant Bar Manager in a high-volume hospitality environment * A genuine passion for drinks, hospitality and guest experience * Strong leadership and people development skills * Proven experience managing stock, labour and financial controls * Excellent communication and organisational skills * Ability to lead from the front in a fast-paced environment * Commercial awareness and a strong understanding of business performance * High standards and strong attention to detail * Positive, proactive and solutions-focused approach * Flexible approach to evenings, weekends and peak trading periods Why Join The Last Exchange? * Award Winner of *The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, 2025 & 2026* * Team activities and opportunities to raise money for charities * Join a rapidly growing company with excellent opportunities for internal progression and career development * Bespoke training and development pathway through our Rise programme * Clear opportunities for promotion and career progression across our growing business * Access to up to 40% of earned wages and financial wellbeing tools through Stream * Employer contribution pension scheme * Refer a Friend bonus scheme * 50% off your food and drink bill at any of our restaurants, at any time, for up to 8 people * Optional Health Care plan * 15% off your grocery bill at Iceland Foods * Discounts and cashback from high street and online retailers * Enhanced Maternity and Paternity packages * Employee Assistance Programme through The Drinks Trust, providing 24/7 support and access to counselling services * The opportunity to be part of an exciting new London opening from day one At The Last Exchange, we believe in taking the familiar seriously, putting hospitality before ceremony, championing character over convention and making every detail count. *Apply today and help shape one of London's most exciting new hospitality destinations.*