Troubadour Theatres

Arts Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading arts organization is seeking an experienced Bar Manager to supervise bar operations at Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre. The role involves managing staff, overseeing inventory and stock orders, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and providing a high-quality visitor experience. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work flexible hours in a dynamic environment. This opportunity is perfect for individuals passionate about the arts.

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory or management role required.
• Confident and self-motivated with clear communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily bar operations and staff management.
• Manage stock inventories and ensure good health and safety practices.
• Lead duty management during performances and events.

Skills

Experience in a supervisory or management role

Clear communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Summary

We’re seeking an experienced, hard-working and motivated Bar Manager to oversee the busy bar operations at Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre, home to The Hunger Games: On Stage.

Job Description

BAR

Full engagement in back-office operations but also the ability to be a hands-on manager.

Carry out all inventories and stock orders to reduce waste and improve margins, ensuring correct stock management processes are followed by the team.

Maintain good H&S / HACCP practices, including working environments, licencing and food handling, ensuring that the team adheres to all H&S legislation and that all mandatory training is completed on time.

Demonstrate a good working knowledge of products and understand key perfect serves.

STAFF MANAGEMENT

Line management of the Hosts, Duty Managers and Supervisors.

Own the recruitment, training and performance reviews of the bar team as required, including contract delivery and right to work checks.

Perform investigations, disciplinaries and grievance meetings according to best practice and company policy.

DUTY MANAGEMENT

Duty manage 3 performances per week, leading the venue, theatre and bar teams, as well as security, ensuring standards of service are maintained at all times. This may increase during peak performance weeks or to cover holiday.

Oversee the visitor experience operation during public hours, upholding all relevant policies and procedures, in particular those relating to relevant health and safety and licensing regulations.

Duty manage bespoke events as required, including private hires on dark days of the resident production.

ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE

Ensure bar sales records are reviewed daily, working closely with the suppliers to reconcile discrepancies and run the bar operation.

Complete and check daily / weekly payroll, ensuring all data is accurate for the finance team.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Ensure all Health and Safety policies and systems of working are followed, reporting any breaches to the Theatre Manager including reporting of accidents, incidents and near misses using the theatre's reporting system.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED:

Experience of working in a supervisory or management role.

Confident, enthusiastic, professional and self-motivated.

Ability to work under pressure and stay calm as well as prioritise tasks and use initiative.

Clear and effective communication skills with an ability to engage with individuals and groups.

The ability to work flexible shifts, weekends and late evenings on a consistent reliable basis.

Accuracy and attention to detail.

Over 18 years old.

Job Responsibilities

Previous experience of a similar role and interest in theatre and the arts.

Applications will close at 10am on Friday 20th Feb 2026.

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis and this job ad may close early subject to the hiring of a suitable candidate.

Troubadour Theatres is a company which specialises in large-scale installation theatres and studios. We build and operate go-to destination venues that are fully flexible, contemporary and impressive with the ability to showcase world-class entertainment whilst providing a greater audience experience for all.