Executive Bar Supervisor
Job Introduction
We’re experience makers.
And food fanatics. And we’re hiring.
Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring personality, your background and your desire for delighting others. In return we’ll give you all you need to thrive.
Because at Sodexo Live! We’re so much more.
Be part of something greater.
This is an incredible opportunity to join our team at Sodexo Live! St James’ Park, Newcastle United Football Club for season 2024/25. Following on from our biggest season yet, we are looking to start the new upcoming season where we left off.
With the opportunity to work at both Matchday and Non-Matchday Events, this is a great opportunity for for driven individuals to succeed in a fast and innovative catering environment and to join a world leading food and facilities management company, which can offer unrivalled opportunities for career progression.
We are looking for customer focused individuals, who want to be a part of something greater.
If this is you, apply to join our team now.
Role Responsibility
- Ensure and oversee bar setup prior to guests’ arrival, with all necessary mis en place in place.
- Conduct a comprehensive staff briefing prior to service, ensuing all staff are in correct uniform.
- Ensuring the necessary mis en place is completed ahead of service and peak periods, such as half time.
- To monitor staff working practices to ensure they are working efficiently and productively, adhering to company working practises, with reference to responsibilities and job description of staff.
- Ensuring that both bar and floor staff are attentive to guests needs, working in a timely manner to minimise any wait times.
- Managing resources, ensuring a sufficient supply of stock, equipment and consumables on the bar at all times.
- Ensuring all drinks prepared are in line with service guidelines.
- Extensive knowledge of product stocked, pricing and relevant promotions, and competence in cellar management.
- Maintaining a safe and tidy working environment, with any defective equipment reported.
- Deal with customer and staff complaints effectively and efficiently.
- Actively upselling products and maximising revenue capture.
- To accurately monitor any wastage, ensuring this is recorded through the Zonal till system.
- Reconcile all end of day banking, ensuring PCI Compliance at all times.
- Ensure area is fully cleaned with stock secured at the end of shift.
- Complete adherence to all licensing legislation, including that which is company specific.
- Rewarding and recognising staff, working to develop potential and provide on the job training.
- Complete, sign and comply with all relevant documentation, company policies or procedures.
- Be flexible & adaptable to changes, working in different areas as necessary due to business demands or in line with any reasonable request.
- To comply fully with all regulations relating to Health and Safety.
The Ideal Candidate
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Being friendly yet professional
- Good attention to detail and punctuality
- Experience within a hospitality, catering or bar setting
- Experience in managing a team
About the Company
Sodexo Live!
We’re Experience Makers.
And go-getters, fanatic foodies, and community pillars.
At Sodexo Live! build a career where ‘everyday’ is anything but normal. Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring personality, your background, and your desire for delighting others. In return we’ll give you all you need to thrive.
We Belong to a team that feels like family, ACT with purpose and be inclusive, Thrive in our career, while able to Be Live in the moment creating exceptional memories.
After giving it all, you’ll return home knowing that you’ve played your part in creating a truly unforgettable moment.
Because at Sodexo Live! we’re so much more.
Be part of something greater
Why choose Sodexo Live! –
At Sodexo Live! we believe in making every moment count, for the guests we serve and for our team members. We take pride in crafting exceptional events at the most prestigious venues on the planet, making every event a positive story worth telling. Whether at high-profile sports venues, cultural destinations, corporate events or once-in-a-lifetime social functions, you won’t just craft the moment… you’ll be immersed in the action. As part of the Sodexo Live! team, you belong to something greater. You bring people together and make a real impact in local communities through the power of shared experiences. You have the opportunity to gain the skills to thrive for a long-term career with a team that is inclusive and always ready to embrace the moment.
Globally Sodexo Live! contributes to the success of events such as Royal Ascot, the Tour de France, the Rugby World Cup and soon the Paris 2024 Games, and showcases exceptional venues such as the Eiffel Tower Restaurants, Bateaux Parisiens, Yachts de Paris, the Royal Academy of Arts in London, the Museo del Prado in Madrid, the Hard Rock Stadium, the Scottish National Gallery, and the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles.
Other venues in the UK include, Fulham FC, the ACC Liverpool, and Edinburgh’s magnificent Signet Library.
Sodexo Live! is part of Sodexo which provides catering, facilities management, employee benefits and personal home services to 100 million consumers daily in 56 countries. At Sodexo we believe in the difference a day makes. That’s why we are proud to focus on people’s essential needs: we see them as key to improve the quality of life. We know that by focusing on the tangible, the real, the concrete improvements, day after day, for millions of people, we have a big impact not only on individuals but also on society and the planet. We believe it all starts with the everyday.