Posted:
7/9/2024, 5:00:00 PM
Location(s):
England, United Kingdom
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Customer Success & Support ⋅ Sales & Account Management
Job Summary:
Venue: O2 Academy Leicester
Company: Academy Music Group
Location: Leicester
Reports to: General manager
Working hours: Full-time
The bar manager is responsible for multiple bars (two rooms), stock control procedures and management of a large and diverse team of front-of-house employees. The role is to ensure our bars’ operation is executed to the highest standard across a wide variety of live shows, clubs and events. The bar manager will work closely with the general manager to drive financial success and achieve annual company targets.
Our bar manager is a senior member of the management team at O2 Academy Leicester, an established and thriving live music and club venue, where our shows and events are as diverse as the individuals within it. With a positive and supportive approach, the successful candidate will inspire a dedicated, creative team, drive our core values of excellence and exclusivity, and deliver the very best experiences in live entertainment.
Drive key product ranges and develop promotions
Maximise sales opportunities (spend-per-head / profit-per-customer)
Demonstrable leadership and motivation of others
Enthusiasm for the live events and hospitality industry
Flexibility to work irregular hours (weekends/evenings/public holidays)
Attention to detail and strong communication skills
Recruitment and training of front-of-house employees
Stock management, ordering and regular stock-takes
Smooth running of operational responsibilities Management of a large team
Achieving targets as set by the general manager
Assist in forecasting revenues and cost control
Financial reporting
Cash management
Processing weekly payroll
Duty management at live events
Liaison with suppliers, partners and head office
Bars and cellars maintenance and repair and service management
Supervision of deliveries
First-class client and customer service
Highest levels of cleanliness and hygiene across all bar operations
We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the standard rhetoric of diversity and inclusion. You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work and home life. As a growing business, we’ll encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. It’s talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.
While this is a great opportunity in an exciting industry, this is not just a chance to see shows for free! The role is not your ordinary nine-to-five and the industry is demanding, with sometimes long and unsociable hours. The excitement and energy of the shows and events we create comes from the hard work and dedication we commit to our work, and this position is no exception so get ready to bring your very best to the role.
Academy Music Group (AMG) is the UK’s leading owner and operator of live music and entertainment venues with award-winning credentials. Several of our historic theatres are unique institutions of British music and culture and our vision is to inspire artists and audiences by hosting unforgettable live performances.
AMG is part of Live Nation Entertainment which is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, LN Media and Artist Nation Management.
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Website: https://www.livenationentertainment.com/
Headquarter Location: Beverly Hills, California, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1996
IPO Status: Public
Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Debt
Industries: Concerts ⋅ Event Promotion ⋅ Events ⋅ Media and Entertainment ⋅ Ticketing