About the RoleWe're looking for a bold, brilliant, and boots on the ground General Manager to run our Bootlegger Vault venue in Richmond. Think killer cocktails, roaring live music, vintage charm and an unbeatable vibe.We’re after someone who leads from the front, breathes hospitality, and knows how to create an atmosphere guests want to come back to night after night.This is a full-time role based on a 45-hour working week.What’s In It for You?·Competitive salary up to £40,000 + 25% bonus scheme (based on profit over budget)·50% off drinks at all Bootlegger bars nationwide·The best Christmas party (we mean it)·Real opportunities for progression in a growing, independent bar group·Autonomy and input, no corporate red tape here!·A fun, passionate, no-nonsense team that has your back·Holiday Pay & Workplace pension schemeWhat You’ll Be Doing·Running the bar: planning rotas, placing orders, staffing, the lot·Driving performance: managing margins, hitting targets, and owning your P&L·Leading, inspiring and mentoring your team with confidence and style·Keeping everything safe, spotless, and beautifully on-brand·Planning events, promotions and unforgettable live music nights·Building relationships with local suppliers, acts and partners·Being the face of The Bootlegger Bristol – to staff, guests and beyondWhat You Bring to the Table·A strong background in hospitality leadership, bar experience is a must·Real love for great service, great drinks and even better vibes·An eye for detail, a head for business, and a heart for people·Cool under pressure and always up for a challenge·A hands-on approach and a natural way with people·Solid understanding of licensing, health 'safety, and general complianceThe Bootlegger Story29,307 days after prohibition ended, restoring sanity and permitting the consumption of alcohol once more, The Bootlegger family opened the doors to our first bar on Gloucester Road in Bristol. Since then, we have continued to celebrate this momentous occasion and journeyed westward to Womanby Street in Cardiff, where we are proudly headquartered. Since establishing our HQ, we have expanded into Exeter, Brighton, Leeds, and Richmond.Unlike the prohibition days when joy was quashed and all good liquor was banned, we offer customers a place to enjoy themselves without the fear of incarceration or fines. We strive to provide the best nightlife experience in every town and city we operate in, offering our patented Prohibition blend of good stock, good company, and good times.When it comes to cocktails, The Bootlegger offers over 80 options for you to enjoy, ranging from classic favourites to swanky new creations. The Bootlegger also stocks an equally delightful range of craft beers, ales, and ciders, including local favourites. All these beverages are complemented by our exciting live music schedule, featuring local talent and DJs spinning contemporary tunes.From sumptuous food & drinks to live entertainment, The Bootlegger guarantees a roaring good time at all our unique venues.This is the Bootlegger, The Family, The Movement, The Place.To ApplyReady to take the lead at one of the most exciting bars in Richmond? Show us what you’ve got. Apply now and let’s make some magic.
Job Title
General Manager