Bar Manager - Red Bar

Bar Manager, Red Bar - JW Marriott Grosvenor House London

Located on the iconic Park Lane in the heart of Mayfair, JW Marriott Grosvenor House London has defined luxury hospitality for nearly a century. Renowned for its rich heritage, exceptional service and prestigious reputation, the hotel remains one of London's most celebrated destinations for both international travellers and local guests.

As part of the globally recognised JW Marriott brand, we create experiences that are thoughtfully designed, authentically delivered and remembered long after a guest's stay. We are now seeking an exceptional Bar Manager to lead Red Bar, a vibrant and sophisticated venue that plays an integral role in the hotel's food and beverage offering.

This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious hospitality leader to shape the guest experience, drive commercial success and inspire a talented team within one of Marriott International's flagship luxury properties.

About the Role

As Bar Manager, you will have full responsibility for the day-to-day leadership and performance of Red Bar. Acting as a highly visible presence within the venue, you will oversee operations, guest satisfaction, financial performance, compliance and team development.

Working closely with the Assistant Director of Food & Beverage and wider hotel leadership team, you will champion Marriott's luxury service standards while ensuring Red Bar continues to evolve, innovate and exceed guest expectations. Success in this role will be measured through guest satisfaction, associate engagement, revenue growth and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operation of Red Bar, ensuring exceptional service delivery and adherence to JW Marriott brand standards.
• Drive commercial performance through revenue growth, effective labour management, beverage cost control and overall profit optimisation
• Oversee stock management, inventory control, liquor compliance and financial accountability across the venue.
• Create a culture of excellence through coaching, mentoring and developing a high-performing team
• Deliver memorable guest experiences, proactively resolving concerns and continuously enhancing service standards
• Keep pace with market trends, beverage innovation and evolving guest preferences to maintain Red Bar's competitive positioning
• Ensure compliance with all licensing, health & safety, hygiene and Marriott operational requirements
• Collaborate with hotel departments and key stakeholders to support wider business objectives and elevate the overall guest journey

The Ideal Candidate

You are an inspiring and commercially astute hospitality professional who thrives in a fast-paced luxury environment. You lead from the front, build strong relationships and take pride in creating exceptional experiences for both guests and associates.

You will bring:

• Proven bar leadership experience within a luxury hotel, premium hospitality venue or high-volume operation
• Strong knowledge of beverage operations, financial controls, inventory management and cost performance
• Excellent communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills
• A passion for coaching, developing and empowering diverse teams
• A proactive, innovative mindset with the ability to identify opportunities and drive continuous improvement
• Strong business acumen with a focus on delivering measurable results while maintaining outstanding guest satisfaction
• Knowledge of UK licensing regulations and best practice operational standards

  Why Join Marriott International?

At Marriott International, we believe that when our associates thrive, our guests do too. As the world's leading hospitality company, we offer unrivalled opportunities for career growth across a portfolio of extraordinary brands and destinations.

Joining JW Marriott Grosvenor House London means becoming part of a culture that values excellence, innovation and people development. You'll have access to world-class training, leadership development programmes and the opportunity to build a meaningful global career while working alongside some of the industry's most talented professionals.

Create Exceptional Experiences. Shape the Future.

If you are ready to lead one of London's most distinguished hotel bar operations and make a lasting impact within a world-class luxury environment, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.

Join JW Marriott Grosvenor House London, lead Red Bar, and be part of a team dedicated to defining the future of luxury hospitality.