Bar Manager

The Courthouse bar is set in Lurgan in Co Armagh and is part of the Thomas Mc Conaghy & Sons Ltd group.  The Mc Conaghy group have been in the licensed trade for over 50 years and seek an individual with passion, innovation and flare to join the Courthouse Bar.

The successful candidate will report to the Courthouse General and Assistant Manager.  This role will involve working up to 44 hours a week 5/7 days on a rota basis.  The successful candidate will be responsible for the smooth running of the Bars, ensuring the wellbeing of our customers and employees and the consistency of product and service whilst on duty and will also entail administration and stock duties. 

The successful candidate should have;

• Previous experience in a similar role within the licensed trade and be able to demonstrate excellent multi-tasking, communication, management and customer service skills.
• A recognised hospitality qualification is desirable, but no essential.

Responsibilities of the role to Include –

• Delivering excellent customer service and maintain a high standard of customer management at all times, ensuring customer experience exceeds expectation.
• Take responsibility for the set-up and effective operation of the Bars.
• Ensure that opening and closing procedures are adhered to, in line with company policy, taking account of security and the health & safety of people and property
• Till Operation, Cash Handling and daily / weekly cash reconciliation.
• Accurate maintenance of Fire logs
• Maximise all sales opportunities in the business, including quality product, service, entertainment and promotions maximise sales at every opportunity
• Rota-planning/adjustments. Taking the necessary daily action to reduce/increase hours, in line with sales
• Manage all delivery processes, including checking in orders, storage, stock rotation, security, loss investigation and staff training
• Keep up to date with current industry trends. Regularly create drinks/cocktail lists, products and events that are new and inspiring
• Follow company security procedures at all times including procedures for the security of staff and premises.
• Carry out risk assessments to ensure staff and customers’ safety.
• Monitor and manage all maintenance issues and manage third-party contractors.
• Be aware of and adhere to licensing, data protection, Health & Safety at Work and COSHH legislation, at all times

Employee Management

• Manage the bar team, motivating and leading the team and identify training needs.
• Performance management of staff in line with company standards.
• Manage the day-to-day attendance of staff  in line with company sickness and absence management policies and procedures
• Take an active role in the operation of company recruitment, disciplinary, grievance and other personnel procedures as required

General

• Always adhere to all company policies and procedures and licensing laws
• Carry out any duties as instructed by Senior Management and head office in accordance with the scope and responsibilities of this role.

T Mc Conaghy & Sons ltd Offers:

• A competitive Salary – Up to £27,400 dependent upon experience
• Free car parking
• Uniform supplied
• 5 day working week
• Up to 6 weeks Paid holidays

Contributory Pension

Closing date Monday 10th March 2025.