The Skate Lounge - an exclusive, family-friendly bar and events space adjoining the main winter pop-up, offering a high-quality drinks service, festive snacks, and hosting numerous group and private bookings.
Contract:
Temporary (
8-10 weeks
, with potential for discussion on other roles)
Start Date:
November 2025
Salary:
Circa
36,000 - 39,000
(pro rata, dependent on experience)
Reports to:
General Manager
About Jimmy Garcia Catering
Jimmy Garcia Catering
is a leading London-based fine dining and events company known for creating incredible dining and drinking experiences and some of the city's most talked-about seasonal pop-ups. Hailed by
The Sunday Times, Tatler, TimeOut,
and
Evening Standard
, we focus on delivering
unforgettable, top-tier creative experiences
in unique locations. This winter, you'll be joining our team managing both
The Chalet restaurant
and
The Skate Lounge bar
at
Somerset House
, delivering a top-tier festive drinking experience at one of London's most iconic winter venues.
The Opportunity
We're seeking an experienced and highly detail-oriented
Bar Manager
to take full charge of our lively Skate Lounge bar operation.
The ideal candidate will be a true hands-on leader, responsible for running a bar team of bartenders and ensuring the flawless execution of drinks service in a high-volume, family-friendly environment. This critical role demands a focus on operational efficiency, team development, and delivering exceptional presentation and service for all public guests, private events, and group bookings.
We're looking for an
enthusiastic, proactive individual
with a passion for bar excellence and a keen eye for detail.
Key Responsibilities
Bar & Team Management
Lead, train, and motivate
the bar team to deliver the highest levels of service and presentation.
Manage the bar operation with exceptional
attention to detail
, ensuring a consistently high standard of execution for all drinks and service.
Oversee the bar during private events and group bookings, ensuring tailored service requirements are met seamlessly.
Ensure all staff adhere to
licensing laws and operational policies
at all times.
Act as the
primary bar representative
for sponsors, private clients, and stakeholders.
Uphold and communicate aesthetic and drink standards
to ensure all stakeholder and sponsor expectations are met.
Operational & Financial Duties
Conduct regular
stock-takes
accurately and efficiently.
Monitor hot drink and snack stock throughout the day to ensure optimum operational readiness for sales at a key festive time.
Manage all
ordering and inventory
to maintain optimal stock levels and
minimise waste
.
Perform routine line cleans and ensure all bar equipment is maintained in top working order.
Complete
rostering
for the bar team, ensuring optimal staffing levels.
Liaise closely with the General Manager to identify busy and fallow periods of business to manage and
optimise labour costs
.
Complete daily cash-up, reconciliation, and sales reporting.
General & Compliance Duties
Ensure
compliance with all Health & Safety and Food Hygiene
regulations within the bar area.
Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the bar and surrounding lounge.
Act as the primary operational contact for the bar.
Liaise with Somerset House security and production teams regarding venue repair, maintenance, and any necessary responses to adverse weather conditions.
The Ideal Candidate Must Have:
2+ years of experience
managing a high-volume bar, ideally within a London venue or events environment.
The
availability to commit to the full 8-10 week contract
through the busy Christmas and New Year period (November and December).
Proven ability to run and manage a
large team effectively
(7-10+ people).
A
meticulous attention to detail
for drink quality, presentation, and service delivery.
A strong understanding of
stock management, ordering, and GP control.
A proactive attitude and the ability to troubleshoot under pressure.
A
Personal Licence is essential
for this role.
BENEFITS
Competitive pro-rata salary plus a
performance-related bonus scheme
.
Staff meals provided while on duty.
Discounts across all Jimmy Garcia pop-up restaurants.
The opportunity to manage a feature bar at an iconic London location with