Job Description

About the Role

Graffiti Spirits Group runs some of the most recognisable bars and venues in Liverpool and Manchester, including Salt Dog Slims, El Bandito, Manolo, Duke Street Market, Nord, and The Hightown.

We're looking for a Bar Operations Manager who's calm under pressure, sharp on detail, and quick on their feet. This role isn't about running one bar--it's about keeping multiple venues moving in the right direction, each with its own pace, style, and demands.

No two workdays are the same. You might be on the floor at Salt Dogs one night, walking through stock and GP with a GM the next, or getting your hands dirty at a new site the day after. The key is adaptability--knowing how to shift gears fast and handle whatever the day throws at you.

The Venues

You'll be overseeing a wide mix of venues, each with its own personality and pace:

The late-night chaos of Salt Dog Slims The basement edge of El Bandito The neighbourhood feel of Manolo The polished experience of Nord The fast-moving, all-day energy of Duke Street Market, with six kitchens and a central bar The casual, high-quality service of The Hightown, our take on the local pub
They all need something slightly different, but the same high standards apply across the board. That's your job--keep the quality tight, the systems smooth, and the teams moving.

What You'll Be Doing

Overseeing wet-led operations across all sites Working directly with GMs to maintain standards and consistency Managing stock, suppliers, ordering, and cost control Monitoring performance, margins, and weekly figures Supporting new openings, refurbishments, and activations Getting hands-on as needed--on the floor, behind the bar, or in the office Spotting problems early and fixing them fast
Who You Are

Experienced in running multiple venues or a high-volume flagship Confident with service standards, ordering, stock control, and numbers Calm, direct, and capable of adapting to fast changes in priority Not phased by late nights, early starts, or working across different concepts Someone who leads from the front and doesn't hide behind emails Comfortable moving between styles--from high-end to high-volume
What You'll Get

Salary of 40,000 to 45,000 depending on experience Quarterly performance-based bonus Discounts across all venues Company phone and laptop Flexibility and autonomy--this is about results, not clock-watching A chance to be part of new openings and group-wide projects
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If you know what good looks like and you're confident keeping a fast-moving group of venues sharp and consistent, then we want to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 40,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme Store discount
Schedule:

Day shift Night shift Weekend availability
Experience:

Bartending: 5 years (preferred) Bar management: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Willingness to travel:

50% (preferred)
Work Location: On the road