Job Description

Bar Manager & Mixologist - Wild Farm

Seasonal cocktails, sustainable practices, and leadership behind the bar

Wild Farm is a farm-to-table restaurant where seasonality, sustainability, and craft define everything we serve. Inspired by fresh produce from our off-site farm and selected suppliers, our food and drinks celebrate ingredients at their peak. Our bar program reflects this ethos--featuring seasonal cocktails made with house infusions, foraged elements, and preserved ingredients, alongside a carefully curated wine list.

We're looking for an experienced and innovative

Bar Manager & Mixologist

to lead our bar operations. In this role, you'll design a seasonal cocktail menu that complements the kitchen, manage bar logistics, and guide a small team with hands-on leadership. You'll work closely with the Sommelier and Restaurant Manager to ensure a smooth, high-quality guest experience across all areas of service.

Role Overview

As

Bar Manager & Mixologist

, you'll oversee the full bar operation--from creative cocktail development and team management to inventory control and guest interaction. You'll have creative freedom to craft drinks rooted in seasonality, sustainability, and bold, balanced flavour.

This role combines day-to-day management with creative direction. You'll be a key part of our leadership team, bringing your passion for flavour, technique, and hospitality to every service.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage daily bar operations, ensuring smooth service and consistent quality Design and execute a dynamic, seasonal cocktail menu using fresh, preserved, and foraged ingredients Oversee bar mise en place, inventory, stock management, and ordering Maintain high standards of hygiene, organisation, and safety compliance Work alongside the Sommelier and Restaurant Manager to offer a cohesive drinks experience, including wine service support Mentor and train the bar team in mixology, service standards, and ingredient knowledge Engage guests with professionalism and warmth, offering thoughtful recommendations and education Contribute to ongoing innovation, refining and evolving the drinks program regularly

About You

Previous experience as a Bar Manager or Senior Mixologist in a quality-driven, cocktail-focused setting In-depth understanding of cocktail structure, classic and modern techniques, and flavour balance Passionate about local, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients Experience leading a team with a hands-on, supportive management style Comfortable supporting a wine-led service alongside a strong beverage offering Organised, detail-oriented, and composed under pressure Excellent communication and people skills, with a genuine passion for hospitality

What We Offer

Competitive salary

4-day working week

for better work-life balance

One paid day per month at our farm

to stay connected to the ingredients you work with Your

birthday off

Closed every

Sunday and Monday

Staff meals provided

(family-style lunch and dinner) Creative freedom and input into the direction of the drinks program Ongoing

professional development

in cocktails, wine, and leadership A collaborative and independent team culture where your ideas are encouraged
If you're a forward-thinking bar professional who blends creativity with leadership and cares deeply about seasonal ingredients and guest experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 30,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person