Bar & Beverage Manager

Company DescriptionSalt House is a one-of-a-kind venue offering an eclectic backdrop for events that challenge conventions.Renowned for its stylish and bold atmosphere, we strive to bring creativity and individuality to every celebration.

Our dedicated team works closely with clients to bring their vision to life, ensuring every event is as unique as they are.

At Salt House, we believe in delivering extraordinary experiences that leave lasting impressions.Set within the historic Standon Hall estate in rural Staffordshire, Salt House combines grand traditional architecture with bold modern interiors, immersive spaces and a creative approach to hospitality that breaks away from the ordinary.From jungle-themed bars and rare whisky collections housed inside the estate’s original safe, to luxury finishes, private events and bespoke guest experiences — we are building something designed to stand out.Now, we are looking for a Bar & Beverage Manager to help shape the next stage of that journey.This is not simply a “bar manager” role.We are looking for someone who genuinely loves hospitality, spirits, cocktails, wine and guest experience — someone who wants to lead a team, create memorable experiences and help build one of the region’s most exciting destination venues.The RoleYou will lead the bar operation across weddings, private parties, corporate events and special experiences hosted at Salt House.You will be responsible for:Leading, motivating and developing the bar teamCreating a strong culture of hospitality and serviceDeveloping cocktail, wine and spirits offeringsHelping shape bespoke drinks experiences for clients and eventsManaging bar operations and staffing during eventsTraining and mentoring team membersWorking closely with ownership to continually evolve the drinks programme and guest experienceManaging stock control, ordering and supplier relationshipsMaintaining strong GP margins and operational standardsHelping deliver tasting nights, special events and premium beverage experiencesThis role combines hands-on hospitality with leadership, creativity and operational responsibility.Some weeks will involve office-based planning and development work.

Others will involve high-energy event service late into the evening.

Flexibility is essential, but so is passion for the industry.What we Are looking forWe are not looking for corporate hospitality managers or people driven purely by targets and spreadsheets.We are looking for someone who:Has genuine passion for cocktails, wine, whisky and hospitalityLeads from the front and motivates people naturallyIs creative and full of ideasTakes pride in delivering exceptional guest experiencesHas experience managing bar teams in premium hospitality environmentsUnderstands both service standards and operational disciplineWants to build something rather than simply maintain itCan confidently engage with wedding clients, corporate guests and private hostsHas personality, warmth and professionalism in equal measureThis role could suit:an experienced Bar Manager looking for more creative freedoma strong Assistant Manager ready to step upor a talented hospitality operator looking to escape corporate environments and help shape something unique.What We Offer £35,500pa salary (or £18.20ph equivalent)Paid overtime during event-heavy periodsGenuine creative input into the drinks programmeOpportunity to work with premium and rare spirits brandsSupplier training, tastings and development opportunitiesAccess to some of the world’s most respected whisky houses and spirit producersOpportunity to help shape and host future tasting events and beverage experiencesA unique working environment unlike typical bars, pubs or hotelsSupportive independent ownership with room for ideas and innovationLong-term opportunity to help build a destination hospitality venueImportant InformationDue to our rural location, your own transport is essential.This role requires flexibility around evenings, weekends and event schedules.To ApplyIf you are passionate about hospitality, drinks culture and creating experiences that people genuinely remember — we’d love to hear from you.Tell us about:your background,your favourite venue or drinks experience,and why you feel you’d be a great fit for Salt House.