Trainee Bar Manager
| Posting date: | 17 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £10 to £15 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Fully funded personal license |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 17 December 2025 |
| Location: | WV15 6AF |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | The Garden Bar |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | GB-TBM |
Summary
Trainee Bar Manager (MUST BE 18+ due to licensing regulations)
About Us
We are a friendly, lively community pub in the heart of Bridgnorth, serving locals and visitors throughout the week with our peak trade at weekends. We’re looking for someone eager to grow into a leadership role and become a key part of our close-knit team.
Role Overview
This permanent role is ideal for someone with solid bar experience who wants to take the next step into management. As a Trainee Bar Manager, you’ll learn all aspects of running the bar through hands-on experience, supported by the Bar Manager and backed up with external training resources when needed.
Key Responsibilities:
-Assist with day-to-day running of the bar in a busy community setting
-Take part in opening and closing procedures
- Support stock management, including ordering, rotation and waste control
-Handle cashing-up, till reconciliation and banking
-Contribute to maintaining licensing, food hygiene, and health & safety compliance
-Supervise bar staff during shifts and help set a positive example
-Take part in staff scheduling when required
-Support new team members with training and standards
-Work collaboratively with the Bar Manager and Kitchen Manager
What We’re Looking For:
- Previous bar experience (management experience not required)
- Hard-working, enthusiastic attitude
- Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities
- Comfortable working busy weekend shifts
- Interest in leadership, organisation, or customer service development
Pay & Benefits
- Pay negotiable based on experience, with increases linked to competency and progression
- Funded Personal Licence (after initial probation period)
- Support with additional professional training or qualifications
- Flexible part-time hours (guaranteed weekends off each month)
- Opportunity for long-term career growth within a supportive team
About Us
We are a friendly, lively community pub in the heart of Bridgnorth, serving locals and visitors throughout the week with our peak trade at weekends. We’re looking for someone eager to grow into a leadership role and become a key part of our close-knit team.
Role Overview
This permanent role is ideal for someone with solid bar experience who wants to take the next step into management. As a Trainee Bar Manager, you’ll learn all aspects of running the bar through hands-on experience, supported by the Bar Manager and backed up with external training resources when needed.
Key Responsibilities:
-Assist with day-to-day running of the bar in a busy community setting
-Take part in opening and closing procedures
- Support stock management, including ordering, rotation and waste control
-Handle cashing-up, till reconciliation and banking
-Contribute to maintaining licensing, food hygiene, and health & safety compliance
-Supervise bar staff during shifts and help set a positive example
-Take part in staff scheduling when required
-Support new team members with training and standards
-Work collaboratively with the Bar Manager and Kitchen Manager
What We’re Looking For:
- Previous bar experience (management experience not required)
- Hard-working, enthusiastic attitude
- Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities
- Comfortable working busy weekend shifts
- Interest in leadership, organisation, or customer service development
Pay & Benefits
- Pay negotiable based on experience, with increases linked to competency and progression
- Funded Personal Licence (after initial probation period)
- Support with additional professional training or qualifications
- Flexible part-time hours (guaranteed weekends off each month)
- Opportunity for long-term career growth within a supportive team