Bar Manager

Dunluce Lodge, the newest 5-star luxury resort in Portrush, is looking for a dynamic Bar Manager. This role offers the unique opportunity to shape the drinking experience at one of Northern Irelands most anticipated openings. What You'll Do: Manage the operations of our bar, ensuring exceptional service standards. Develop and implement strategies to maximize food and beverage profitability and efficiency. Lead, train, and inspire a team of bar professionals. Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Restaurant Manager to create innovative menus that reflect local flavors. Oversee inventory, cost control, and compliance with health and safety standards. What We're Looking For: Proven experience in a managerial role within a high-end restaurant or bar. Strong leadership skills and a passion for the hospitality industry. Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Deep understanding of the food and beverage sector, including trends and best practices. Commitment to delivering a high-quality dining experience. Why Join Dunluce Lodge? Be Part of Something New:

Help launch and lead the culinary services at a luxury resort. Career Growth:

Opportunities for professional development in a growing hospitality brand. Impact the Community:

Play a key role in establishing Dunluce Lodge as a culinary destination. In addition to competitive rates of pay, we also offer:

Exclusive discounts for you, your friends and family Valor team member rates at our UK hotels, with rooms from just £30 B&B. Discounted stays for friends and family. 50% discount when dining in our restaurants and bars. Free meals while on duty, keeping you well-fuelled. Access to high-street discounts on a range of shops, experiences and more. Up to 40% savings on a wide range of bikes, with our Cycle To Work Scheme. Generous refer-a-friend bonuses, starting at £250. Caring for your health and wellbeing, both in and outside of work A calendar of wellness activities

from healthy lunches to wellbeing walks and pay day treats, not forgetting our annual #HealthyHabits campaign. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing free confidential advice, 24/7, for you and your family, supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Healthcare Cash Plan options, from just £5 per month. Supporting your hospitality career growth Fully funded apprenticeship programmes. Internal development programmes, designed to support you as you grow within your role. Monthly and annual team member service awards, making sure your achievements are recognised and celebrated. Fancy joining our team? Valor Hospitality is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. Across the UK, we currently operate 34 hotels across leading brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, DoubleTree by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Hotel Indigo, AC by Marriott and Courtyard by Marriott. We continue to have ambitious development and growth plans too, with three new luxury 5-star hotels planned to open in 2024.

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