Senior Bar Manager

Are you an experienced hospitality professional with a passion for delivering exceptional bar and guest experiences? The Hillgrove Hotel & Spa is seeking a talented Senior Bar Manager to lead and elevate our bar operations. This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive team within a hotel known for its warm atmosphere, service excellence, and strong community presence. We are proud to be part of The iNUA Hotel Collection, recently recognised as one of the Great Places to Work in Ireland.

About the Role

As Senior Bar Manager, you will take ownership of the bar operation across the hotel, ensuring consistent quality, efficiency, and guest satisfaction. You will be responsible for driving service standards, team engagement, revenue performance, and operational excellence, all while supporting the wider vision and values of The iNUA Hotel Collection.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of all bar outlets, ensuring a seamless and exceptional guest experience
• Lead, motivate, and develop your bar teams to deliver high standards of service
• Ensure consistent implementation of service, presentation, and product quality standards
• Manage stock control, ordering, supplier relationships, and cost efficiencies
• Support drinks menu development, seasonal promotions, and innovative bar concepts
• Ensure adherence to licensing regulations and health & safety compliance
• Drive revenue and profit performance through upselling, training, and operational optimisation
• Support hotel-wide events, functions, and F&B activities as part of the management team
• Collaborate with senior leaders to contribute to strategic and commercial objectives

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience managing a bar or beverage operation in a busy hotel or hospitality environment
• Strong leadership capabilities with a passion for developing high-performing teams
• A guest-centric approach with a genuine commitment to delivering memorable experiences
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
• A creative mindset with a strong awareness of drinks, cocktail, and beverage trends
• Solid commercial understanding and experience managing budgets and costs
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a professional, calm presence

Why Join Us?

At the Hillgrove Hotel & Spa, you will join a supportive, people-first culture where your ideas and leadership can make a real impact. As part of The iNUA Hotel Collection, recognised as one of the Great Places to Work, you will have access to group-wide benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to grow your career within one of Ireland's leading hospitality groups.