Barback

Stonegate Pub Company; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pub and bar operator in Manchester is looking for enthusiastic Barbacks to join their team. No experience is required; just a guest-focused attitude and willingness to deliver outstanding service. Responsibilities include greeting guests warmly, maintaining a clean bar area, and collaborating with the team to enhance service standards. The role offers enticing perks such as discounts at managed pubs and early access to wages, creating an enjoyable work environment at one of Manchester's iconic venues.

Benefits

25% off food and drink via the MiXR App

Online discounts through Stonegate Xtra Rewards

VIP entry to venues

Corporate discounted rates at gyms

Early access to earned wages

Qualifications

• No prior experience needed, just a guest-focused attitude.
• Natural ability to deliver exceptional service.

Responsibilities

• Greet each guest warmly and naturally.
• Keep the bar area organized and appealing.
• Contribute to maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Collaborate with the team to improve bartending standards.

Job description

Stonegate Group is the UK’s largest operator of pubs, bars, and late-night venues,including Slug & Lettuce, Be At One, and Popworld, to name a few. We’re proud of our diverse portfolio and deeply committed to creating an inclusive culture that embraces individuality in all its forms—including neurodiversity. By fostering an environment where everyone feels welcome, valued, and supported, we reflect the vibrant communities we serve and empower our people to thrive.

The Opportunity

We are looking for our Barbacks to be what we call Party Starters at Ark. You don’t need any experience to become a Barback, you just need to be guest focussed and a natural ability to deliver service in a way that makes a night out for our guests something to remember.

• Greet each guest in a way that feels natural and welcoming to you
• Keep the bar area organised and visually appealing
• Contribute to maintaining a clean and safe environment for everyone
• Collaborate with the team to continually enhance bartending practices and standards

A little bit about us…

Venues is the party animal of Stonegate Group. From iconic nightclubs such as Ark or Rosies to our fantastic LGBTQ+ bars across the UK or Latin London venues to retro-tastic clubs, there is quite literally something for everyone! Our Venues team lives and breathes the electric atmosphere with our famous tours, events and get-up-and-dance music policy. We’re looking for the people who’d be the first on the dancefloor, so if that sounds like you, we want to hear from you. Ark Manchester is one of the most popular venues on the iconic Deansgate Locks and a minute\'s walk from Deansgate train station and tram stop. Each night of the week offers something different, so whether our guests fancy a quiet drink overlooking the canal or want to dance with their friends to some great live DJs, Ark has something for everyone.

What’s in it for you?

• Reward Card via the MiXR App – 25% off food and drink for you and ALL your friends across our Managed Pubs
• Stonegate Xtra Rewards – Online benefits portal offering discounts across the High Street and other retailers
• VIP entry to our Pubs and Bars
• Corporate Discounted Rates at David Lloyd and PureGym
• Stream – Early access to your earned wages

If you have a disability as outlined by the Equality Act 2010 and require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please let us know in advance so that any support, aids or adaptations can be put in place to assist you. Please contact Ark directly.