Bar Manager - Babington House

The Role…

At Soho House, the Bar Manager is the leader of the bar operation, responsible for creating a world-class beverage experience that reflects the quality, exclusivity, and atmosphere of the club. You will oversee the full bar operation, from service delivery and staff management to product selection and financial performance, ensuring the bar remains a vibrant and profitable hub within the Club.

You’ll manage, develop, and inspire your team, and collaborate closely with the Food & Beverage and Events teams to ensure all drinks offerings – from signature cocktails to large-scale events – are delivered to the highest standards.

What's in it for you?

Weekly Pay

Team meal whilst on shift prepared by our chefs

Every House Membership

50% off Food & Drink, 7 days a week

Staff Room Rate; Any Bedroom, Any House, $100 a night

Private Health and Dental Care

Life Assurance

Day off on your birthday

Up to 50% Staff Discount on Cowshed & Soho Home

In conjunction with Soho Impact, take 2 days paid a year to support a charity of your choice.

Free Counselling Sessions

Cookhouse & House Tonic: Our Cookhouse & House Tonic programmes offer unique food and drink trainings, events and opportunities to inspire and educate.

Continuous training to develop yourself personally and professionally

Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to

Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to enhance your career

Key duties…

Drive exceptional service standards by developing and refining systems that enhance the experience for members, guests, and staff.

Lead engaging training sessions on Soho House food and drink programs through storytelling, demos, and initiatives like “Cook House,” “House Tonic,” and “Club School.”

Collaborate across departments to ensure every guest interaction is seamless, aligned with brand expectations, and delivered with consistency.

Support recruitment efforts by identifying talent needs, participating in interviews, and evaluating candidates alongside People & Development.

Ensure maximum revenue is achieved from all sales opportunities.

To ensure cleanliness standards and procedures for the unit & their areas are in accordance with site, company and legal health and safety standards.

Responsible for Mystery Shopper Reports and staff development.

Actively participates as a member of the management team in decision making processes, attending required meetings, etc.

Delegates work and determine beverage methods to staff throughout shift.

Uphold and enforce standards of appearance, compliance, safety, and professionalism across the team.

What we are looking for...

Minimum of 2+ years’ experience in similar capacity

Thrive in fast-paced, high-volume environments and maintain calm, through quickly and effectively problem solving under pressure

Must be hospitable, approachable, passionate about customer service and respectful towards colleagues and guests

Must be able to demonstrate competency as outlined in the training schedule and Club School

Must be able to work flexible shifts and schedules, including weekends and holidays as needed

Ability to take direction, work in a team environment and autonomously