Job Description

Events & Bar Manager - Velvet Hotel & Bar, Manchester

Company Overview

Velvet Hotel & Bar is a luxurious boutique property located in the heart of Manchester's vibrant Gay Village, offering exceptional accommodation, dining, and cocktail experiences. Our mission is to provide indulgent luxury, individuality, and outstanding service to every guest.

Role Summary

We are seeking a dynamic

Events & Bar Manager

to oversee our bar and event operations, ensuring a first-class guest experience across all areas of the venue. This is a key leadership position within the hotel, perfect for someone passionate about hospitality, creativity, and delivering unforgettable experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee daily bar operations, maintaining the highest standards of service, quality, and presentation. Recruit, train, and motivate the bar team to deliver consistent, engaging, and professional service. Develop and refresh creative cocktail and drinks menus that align with guest preferences and seasonal trends. Manage stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships to maintain optimal inventory levels. Oversee the bar's POS system, cash handling, and ensure operational accuracy. Collaborate with the General Manager on budgeting, cost control, and achieving financial targets. Work alongside marketing and social-media teams to deliver engaging promotions, activations, and offers. Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and licensing regulations. Support and coordinate with the Sales team on all event bookings, private hires, and venue takeovers. Act as the lead contact for event days, managing floor teams, running briefs, and ensuring seamless execution. Drive new event business opportunities, developing partnerships and creative initiatives to increase revenue. Plan and manage event budgets, timelines, and client communications from enquiry to delivery. Build and maintain strong relationships with external event planners and suppliers to enhance our event offering.

Qualifications & Experience

Proven experience as a

Bar Manager

,

Events Manager

, or

Operations Manager

within a quality hospitality environment. Excellent knowledge of cocktails, beverages, and bar operations. Strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills. Experience managing budgets, targets, and operational performance. Passion for creating memorable guest experiences and delivering luxury service. Solid understanding of event operations, logistics, and planning. Knowledge of food safety, health & safety, and licensing compliance. Experience in a hotel or premium bar/restaurant venue is highly desirable.

Why Join Velvet Hotel

Work in one of Manchester's most iconic boutique venues. Be part of a passionate, creative, and supportive team. Competitive salary and service charge share. Opportunities for growth within the

KRO Hospitality

group.

Apply Now

If you're ready to elevate your career in hospitality and lead the energy behind Velvet's bar and events, apply today and become part of our luxurious journey.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount
Work Location: In person