Assistant F&B Manager Salary: €40-45k + Tips Location: Kildare/Dublin West Duties & Responsibilities: Oversee the daily operation of the hotels bars, ensuring high standards of service, cleanliness, and efficiency. Develop and update cocktail menus, ensuring they reflect current trends while aligning with the hotel's overall theme and guest preferences. Monitor and control stock levels, ensuring appropriate inventory is maintained, and minimize waste in bar operations. Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to source quality beverages, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, and ensure cost-effective purchasing. Assist in training, coaching, and mentoring bar staff to deliver exceptional service and maintain high levels of product knowledge. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork and a high standard of guest service. Assist in scheduling and managing the bar team, ensuring appropriate staffing levels based on operational needs. Engage with guests to ensure their satisfaction with beverages and bar-related services, responding promptly to any issues or complaints. Assist in implementing and maintaining guest service standards, ensuring that all interactions are professional and attentive. Ensure all bar operations comply with health and safety regulations, licensing laws, and hotel policies. Monitor the cleanliness and maintenance of bar areas, ensuring they meet the hotels hygiene and safety standards. Assist the Food and Beverage Manager with budget planning, cost control, and financial reporting for bar operations. Monitor sales, identify opportunities to increase revenue, and suggest promotions or special events to drive business. Ensure the effective management of bar budgets, including controlling costs and maximizing profitability. Work closely with the kitchen and other departments to ensure seamless coordination between food and beverage services. Attend departmental meetings to provide updates, share insights, and discuss challenges or opportunities within the bar operations. Assist in organising and executing events or private functions held within the hotel, ensuring the bar is well-prepared and provides outstanding service. Support the creation of bespoke drink offerings for special events or corporate gatherings. Candidate: Minimum of 2 years experience in bar management or a similar supervisory role within a hotel, restaurant, or hospitality setting. Proven experience in leading a team within bar operations, including cocktail creation, drink service, and managing beverage inventories. Strong understanding of bar equipment, beverage products, and cocktail trends. Prior experience working with point-of-sale systems and bar-related financial management. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage guests and lead a team. A background in hospitality management, or relevant field (e.g., bartending or mixology certification, or similar). Passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences and fostering a positive team environment. Strong leadership and decision-making abilities. BURAMB22 Skills: people management organisation food & beverage