The Group

JKS Restaurants was founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam and Sunaina Sethi in November 2008, receiving critical acclaim and industry recognition since its inception, which includes 7 Michelin stars, 4 Michelin Bib Gourmands and one restaurant ranked in the World’s 50 Best restaurants.

Our portfolio currently includes Michelin Star-awarded restaurants, Trishna, Gymkhana, Kitchen Table, Sabor and Lyle’s; as well as Hoppers, BAO, Brigadiers, Berenjak, Flor, The Cadogan Arms, Bibi and The George.

JKS Restaurants offers a unique chance to either pursue a career in fine dining or develop within a new casual trend focused cuisine, with opportunities across all disciplines for those looking to progress their careers within a people focused, collaborative hospitality group.

The position

As Bar Manager you will have experience in managing at least one outlet, you will have excellent understanding of cocktails, beers and spirits, be outgoing, driven and flexible. The successful candidate will be on the floor and the bar, assisting with training, rotas, stock and cost control.

The Successful Senior Bar Manager will have:

• Prior experience as a Bar Manager within a high-quality restaurant or bar 
• Eagerness to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in;
• A creative approach with impeccable attention to detail;
• Passion for beverages, food and hospitality, along with the eagerness to continually learn;
• The desire to develop your career within an ambitious and trend-setting restaurant group;

What We're Looking For:

• World-Class Bar Experience : You have a proven track record as a Bar Manager in a high quality Bar, where you have honed your craft and developed an in-depth understanding of mixology. Your ability to create unique and trendsetting cocktails, alongside your vast knowledge of beverages, will set you apart.
• Passion for Excellence: Your unwavering commitment to excellence in food, beverages, and hospitality is evident in everything you do. You possess a creative approach, an impeccable attention to detail, and an innate desire to deliver exceptional experiences that leave guests in awe.
• Leadership and Flexibility: As Bar Manager, you will be an influential leader, guiding and motivating a team of professionals. Your exceptional interpersonal skills, outgoing personality, and adaptability to a dynamic and fast-paced environment will foster collaboration and create a positive work atmosphere.

Benefits & Culture

Our team is the most important part of our business, translating our passion for genuine hospitality to our guests every day. We are proud to work with industry-leading talent and recognise the importance of offering our teams the tools, guidance and experience necessary to build confidence and grow.

We encourage you to bring your whole self to work and celebrate the skills and characteristics that make you unique. Your commitment to be kind and work hard comes with a range of benefits such as:

Treat Yourself

• Monthly JKS Dining Out Allowance
• Up to 50% off dining across JKS Restaurants
• Retail & Takeaway Discounts
• Code App Membership
• Perkbox - access to tons of retail discounts and our wellbeing hub
• Company tech scheme

Look After Yourself

• Discounted Gym Membership
• Company Donations for your involvement with Charities
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Access to Financial Advice
• Wedding Gift & New-born Care Package - Celebrating your big occasions
• Season Ticket Loan

Progress Yourself

• Access to our fantastic L&D Calendar
• A personalised learning & development plan to develop your skills and knowledge
• Career progression with a fast-growing, critically acclaimed restaurant group.

Be Yourself

• Additional holiday for every year with us (rising to 30 days)
• Employee referral scheme - paying up to £600 per referral
• Staff parties & long service awards