Bars Manager

About the Role

Join us at Fantasy Island Resort, Lincolnshire's leading family theme park. Our resort operates a wide range of bars and licensed venues across the site, supporting live entertainment, events, and seasonal trading in a busy, dynamic environment.

As Bar Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of multiple bar locations. This role is key to delivering excellent customer service, maintaining compliance, managing stock and leading teams to create a vibrant, safe and well-run bar operation across the resort.

• Oversee the daily operation of multiple bar venues, ensuring smooth service and high standards at all times.
• Recruit, train and manage bar teams, including rota planning, supervision and performance management.
• Monitor stock levels, place orders, and manage inventory to control costs and reduce waste.
• Ensure full compliance with licensing laws, health and safety requirements, and food and hygiene standards.
• Develop and support promotions, events and seasonal menus to drive sales and enhance guest experience.
• Handle customer feedback and resolve issues promptly and professionally.
• Maintain accurate records, including cash handling, stock control and sales reporting.
• Support senior management with operational planning and continuous improvement across bar operations.

We'd love to hear from you if you are:

• An experienced and confident hospitality manager with strong leadership skills.
• Well organised, commercially aware and comfortable managing multiple venues.
• Calm under pressure and able to lead teams in a fast‑paced environment.
• Professional, approachable and committed to high service standards.

• Previous experience as a Bar Manager or in a similar hospitality management role, ideally with 2 to 3 years' experience.
• Strong knowledge of bar operations, drink service, and mixology trends.
• Understanding of licensing laws and health and safety requirements.
• Excellent communication, organisational and people management skills.

• Life Assurance cover, including:
• 24/7 access to a virtual GP and advanced nurse practitioners.
• Children's mental health support.
• Second medical opinion on diagnosis and treatment.
• Support with long‑term health conditions.
• Wellbeing resources.
• Financial and legal information support.

• Competitive salary of £30,000 to £34,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Staff discounts and onsite benefits.
• Access to training and development opportunities.
• Company pension scheme.
• FREE onsite parking.

Evening, weekend and holiday working will be required.

Shifts will vary depending on operational and seasonal needs.

At Fantasy Island Resort, you're not just joining a team, you're taking a leading role in shaping the guest experience across our bars and entertainment venues. If you thrive in hospitality leadership and enjoy building strong teams in a lively environment, this could be the perfect opportunity.