Bar & Experiences Manager

Born out of a love of life on and around the water, we handcraft our multi-award winning collection of Salcombe Gin at our waterside distillery in Salcombe, Devon, which is also home to our Gin School, Bar and one of our two retail stores. Our spirits are handcrafted for those that share our love of the sea and our taste for maritime adventure.

We take great pride in our commitment to our precious ocean environment that inspires and influences everything we do. Although we are currently not recruiting for any roles, we are always on the look out for like minded, driven individuals to join our crew.

Location: Island Street, Salcombe, Devon
Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 per year + substantial gratuities
Hours: Full-time, permanent (40 hrs/week)
Training: Begins in July 2026
Start date: Late August 2026

The Role

Salcombe Distilling Co. is looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring Bar & Experiences Manager to proudly lead the team at our waterside distillery bar in the heart of Salcombe. You’ll manage the bar, own our tour & tasting experience, run private distillery events, and bring fresh ideas to our seasonal cocktail menu, all with one of England’s most beautiful estuaries on your doorstep.

What you’ll be responsible for

• Day-to-day management of the bar including service standards, stock, cleanliness and hygiene compliance
• Recruiting, onboarding, scheduling and developing bar and tasting staff
• Managing bookings, staffing and hosting of the distillery tour & tasting experience
• Planning and executing events held at the distillery
• Devising new seasonal cocktail menus and limited offers
• Maintaining the highest standards across all guest-facing areas, consistently and without compromise

Skills & experience

• Proven bar management experience, ideally in a premium or destination setting
• Confident, engaging host who is comfortable presenting to groups and delivering a memorable guided experience
• A genuine passion for exceptional spirits, cocktails and hospitality
• Confident people manager and able to recruit, train and motivate a seasonal team
• Hands-on with event management and calm under pressure
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene and licensing compliance
• Outgoing, adaptable and energised by a seasonal, waterside location
• Creative flair for developing cocktail menus and seasonal offers
• Right to work in the UK (essential)

Salary & Benefits

£28,000 – £30,000 per year, paid monthly. Our team is regularly and generously tipped by the guests they look after, which is a meaningful and consistent part of your salary package.

• Health cash plan (Health Shield programme)
• Parking paid for
• Generous staff discount on SDCo products

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.